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Punch Box with a sample scroll message.


Punch Boxes are 3 inches square.


Originals from the 1920s.

 


Handmade Punch Boxes:
"Sweet Words" or "Custom"

Our Punch Box is a creative update of a mostly forgotten artifact from the 1920s and 30s. They're playful objects with little compartments containing paper scrolls that are only revealed when "punched" out.

The front and back of each Punch Box is adorned with letterpress imagery designed by Lea, and the scrolls are full of sweet words appropriate for Valentine's Day or anytime you want to say, "You're neat. I like you." They'll work for friends and family too!

If you like surprises, go ahead and order "Sweet Words". If you'd like to see what's on the 12 "Sweet Words" scrolls before ordering, click here. You can also order a "Custom" Punch Box below and we'll put whatever you want on your scrolls (20 words max per scroll).

Each Punch Box is edged with Japanese washi tape and contains 12 compartments sealed with colorful gampi tissue paper. They're carefully assembled by hand in our studio in Oakland, CA.

Materials: Letterpressed paper and matboard, Japanese washi tape, gambi tissue paper, paper scrolls, adhesive
Making: Assembled by hand
Size: 3" square, 1/2" deep
Packaging: Glassine envelope with sticker


$20.00 per Punch Box (Sweet Words)

Quantity:


$32.00 per Punch Box (Custom)

Quantity:

Note: Custom Punch Boxes are made to order. Once you complete checkout, you'll be given a link to a form where you can submit your custom scroll messages.


Video and comments from our Kickstarter product launch:

Our Kickstarter campaign ended successfully in November with $8,500 raised. The Punch Boxes seen in the video were early prototypes. The final cover and backing design for "Sweet Words" and the "Custom" edition being sold here is what you see in the photos at the top of this page.

 

I love this idea! -Cindy

I love it! Good luck! -Jill

Your work is so beautiful and inspirational! We can't wait to see what colors, fibers, and text you dream up. Very best wishes! -Alisa

Lea, what a cool project! Such a fun and endearing way to say lovely things to lovely, beloved people! Here's to your many backers to come! -Sandra

This is super cute, I really hope you make your goal! -Sara

Lea, what a wonderful idea! I'm always looking for something different to give my wife on Valentine's Day, and this year you've solved that search. -Dean

I gave my girlfriend one of your tiny valentines a few years ago, and I'd love to give this to her this year as my wife :) -Alex