Learn How to Make a 3D Baseball Hat Gift Box Out of Cardstock Paper. Perfect for Birthdays or Father's Day! Free SVG File Template and Step-By-Step Tutorial and Video.
Hit your next gift out of the park with this thoughtful 3D Baseball Hat Gift Box! It’s sure to be a big hit with the sports fan in your life.
I designed this file to look just like a baseball cap. Can you believe it's made out of cardstock?
The best part of this hat is that it's a fully functioning gift box! You can hide a present or even a few treats inside of this 3D gift box.
Give this gift box for a birthday, on Valentine's Day, or as a Father's Day gift!
It's a thoughtful gift that can be customized to fit the recipient's favorite sports team.
This post comes with a free SVG file download so you can make this project with your cutting machine.
Looking for even more Father's Day gift ideas? Click the links below!
- Father's Day Toolbox Gift Box
- #1 Dad Father's Day Layered Mandala Card
- We Love You This Much - DIY Father's Day Card (Kid-Friendly)
Table of Contents
What Size are the 3D Baseball Cap Gift Boxes?
This box measures approximately 4.5” wide, 6.8” long and 4” tall.
You can increase the size of the hat gift box in design space, but be sure to increase all of the pieces at the same time or they will not fit together properly.
If you use a 12" x 24" piece of cardstock you can increase this box to be even larger than the hats in the photos.
Scoring Tips & Tricks for the Best Results
This project works best in combination with the Cricut Maker and the Scoring Wheel Tip. The scoring wheel applies up to 10x more pressure than the scoring stylus which allows you to use thicker materials with ease.
The scoring wheel leaves extra-deep score lines which make it easier to fold your 3D projects.
You can still use this project with an Explore machine paired with the scoring stylus but the score lines won’t be as deep.
It's possible to make this hat without a scoring stylus or wheel but you will need to manually fold the paper where the score lines would be.
Before you cut out this project, don’t forget to change the cut lines along the box to scoring lines. This is really important!!
3D Paper Baseball Hat Gift Box Supplies
- Baseball Hat 3D Gift Box Template Cut Files (linked below)
- Cricut Explore or Cricut Maker
- Fine-Point Blade
- Metallic Cricut Pen
- Scoring Stylus or Scoring Blade
- StandardGrip Mat
- 3 Sheets of 12" x 12" Cardstock
- Cricut Scraper (for shaping the hat)
- Craft Clips
- Bearly Arts Craft Glue (This is my favorite tacky adhesive)
- Use the code SRP10 to save 10%
DOWNLOAD THE FREE BASEBALL HAT GIFT BOX SVG FILE HERE
STEP #1: UPLOAD THE 3D BASEBALL HAT GIFT BOX CUT FILES
Need help uploading your SVG file? Click here to read my blog post that will walk you through this process.
Open Cricut Design Space and click the + to create a new project.
In the Design Panel on the left, select "UPLOAD."
If you are a Design Space PRO, you can skip to step #2.
Click "UPLOAD IMAGE."
Click "BROWSE" or drag and drop the file.
Navigate to the file on your device to click "OPEN" to add it to Cricut Design Space.
On the Prepare Screen, you can change the name of the project and add tags. Click "UPLOAD."
Once you have the file uploaded, select it and click "INSERT IMAGES" to bring it onto your canvas.
STEP #2: PREPARE THE BASEBALL CAP CUT FILES IN CRICUT DESIGN SPACE
UNGROUP
Begin, by selecting your file. Then click, "UNGROUP" in the layers panel.
SCORE
Next, switch the cut lines along the tabs of the hat to “SCORE.” After that, switch the cut lines on the rectangular pieces to "SCORE."
Don't SKIP this step!
PEN
Next, switch the cut lines (that look like stitching) the hat to “PEN.” This needs to be done to both hat pieces as well as the brim.
Here's a closeup of the file. Be sure to set the pen line to the inner most line and the score line to the outermost line.
ATTACH
Attach the "SCORE" and "PEN" lines to their associated cut lines to ensure they stay in the correct position.
STEP #3: CUT OUT THE 3D BASEBALL HAT GIFT BOX
Start by removing the clear liner from your Cricut mat and then set it aside.
Place the cardstock paper onto the mat and press down firmly on the paper to adhere it to the mat. This step is really important when cutting out cardstock to ensure you get the best results possible.
*PRO TIP - For the very best results, always check your blade before cutting cardstock. If it's covered in tiny cardstock pieces, push on the plunger to reveal the blade and gently blow on it to remove any debris.
Don't forget to load your scoring stylus or scoring wheel so that the machine can create your score lines. This helps to give you a guide for where to fold.
Insert the mat into the cutting machine and press "GO."
Once the machine has finished cutting the design, remove the mat from the machine. Repeat this process until you've cut out all of the pieces for your Baseball Hat Gift box.
Flip the mat right side facing down and gently peel the paper away from the mat.
Lay out all of the baseball hat giftbox pieces. You should have a total of eight pieces cut out.
STEP #4: ASSEMBLE 3D BASEBALL BRIM
Let's begin by assembling the baseball brim.
There are two pieces that create the baseball hat brim. Apply adhesive to the brim that does NOT have a stitching lines.
Place the piece with the stitching lines on top and press down firmly to seal the pieces together. This creates a sturdy base for your gift box.
Now let's work on assembling the side supports.
Begin by applying adhesive to the tabs and aligning the two pieces together.
Fold the tabs along the score line along the entire length of the side supports.
Apply adhesive to the tabs along the entire length of the side supports.
The side supports will now be placed around the circle. Make sure to tuck the tabs underneath the circle. This creates a clean finish.
Join the ends of the side supports together with adhesive.
Adhere the circular base to the brim. Press down firmly along the inside of the circle to make sure the two parts fully join together.
STEP#5: ASSEMBLE BASEBALL HAT
Let's begin by shaping our hat pieces. This step is REALLY important if you want your hat to have a rounded shape.
The pointed part of the hat should be shaped inward to mimic the shape of a baseball cap.
To do this you can use a cricut scraper of the edge of a table. (This technique is clearly illustrated in the video tutorial)
The bottom of the hat pieces should be rounded so they will fit around the circular base.
Your hat pieces should resemble the photo below.
Taking the time to shape your pieces before assembling them together will ensure they fit together and gives the hat a more realistic finished look.
Gently fold all of the tabs along the hat panels inward towards the wrong side of the hat.
Now it's time to begin assembling the hat.
Warning, this is the trickiest part of this project! It might take a round of practice before you get it just right!
Apply a line of adhesive along the wrong side of the hat following the curve of the hat panel.
Wait about one minute to allow the line of craft glue to become tacky.
Bend the hat panels inward towards each other and line the score line along the tabs with the edge of the other panel.
I find it's easiest to do this in sections. I start by aligning the first 3-5 tabs at the bottom of the hat. Hold them in place for a few seconds while they dry and then move upwards onto the next section.
Be sure to look at the hat from both the front and the back to make sure the score line is aligned with the edge of the other panel.
Repeat this process with the remaining section.
Use a craft clip to clip the top of the sections together and allow it to dry.
Repeat this process with the remaining hat piece that has two sections.
Now it's time to bring the two sections together.
To do this apply adhesive along the tab and overlap the sections, making sure to align the bottoms of the hat. Allow the adhesive to dry before moving on to the next step.
There should be an equal amount of spacing in between the stitching lines that mimics the other sections that are joined.
Join the remaining panels together using the same technique.
Adhere the "button" to the top of the hat.
STEP #6: FILL GIFT BOX WITH TREATS
Now it's time to fill your Baseball Hat Gift Box with paper shred and your recipients favorite treats! Once you've filled up the gift box, place the lid on top.
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Great ideas for dads..appreciate the step by step instructions.
I am so excited to make this with my littles . Thank you for the detailed instructions.
This is such an adorable idea!
So amazing. I will definitely give this a go!
Cute
Cant wait to try
Thank you for your wonderful projects and the giveaways. Love the videos that really help with getting your projects made.
This is too cool
Love all the great ideas!
I will definitely create this and follow step by step for my husband this Father’s Day! Thank you!
Love this! I am actually going to make some for my son's baseball team. Thank you for the pattern and instructions.
Your tutorials are amazing, the best set of instructions, videos, and picture step-by-step are the most detailed out there!
Omg! I love and I can’t wait to make it.
This would make great gift for my husband. It would be just right for his snacks.
Looks like fun! I want one. I buy a lot of plain T-shirts for myself and I think it would be neat to put something on them.
This is so cute and creative!
Such a great and innovative project.
Very cute project!
can’t wait ! This is going to be amazing ! and just maybe i win 🙂 good luck to everyone from a cricut beginner ❤️
How unique! Thank you for the tutorial
Great project! Maybe add a sports team logo for the sports fan?
I am SO EXCITED to make this for my husband for Father's Day and personalize it with a Colorado Avs theme! He's a huge fan and he's been really down lately with Chemo treatments and not feeling well. The Avs games are the only time he shows any life or excitement. I think he'll love it!!
Thanks so much!!!
OK, ok. Ya got me. At first glance I thought, CHEESEY. But really it is for Father's Day and most any dad would appreciate this clever card full of his favorite treats.
So cute!
I have made these baseball hat boxes and they are absolutely adorable! Thanks for the instructions! You make cricuting so easy!!
These are great! You could also use these as favors for a birthday party! Such a nice idea 🙂
Super cute Idea
This is a creatively adorable gift idea for dad!
This is awesome for Dad gifts.
Great instructions, easy to follow! Thank you
This is a really cute idea for birthday party favors. Or the softball/baseball end of season get together. Or just summer outdoor get together with family.
I'd like to try my hand on making this!
These will be perfect for the baseballs I made for a championship little league team!
These will be perfect for party favors. I know that all the people that love baseball would love these. Can’t wait to make these!
This is such a cute idea!
These hats are perfect for Father's day to even put a new wallet and birthday for a boy!!! Can't wait to make one-----
Those hats look amazing!
Love learning all the fun things you can do with cricut the ideas are endless
This is cute! I may do this for my kiddos with their initial on the front!
Nice!! A lot of work but great directions!
These Baseball hats look great! They seem easy enough to make with the right glue. Thanks for the step by step instructions and pictures!
I am such a newbie to Cricut. Honestly I got lost at "Attach the "SCORE" and "PEN" lines to their associated cut lines to ensure they stay in the correct position"
I love your videos though. Maybe one day I will actually try making something.
Great idea for Dad, he will never suspect there is Candy inside LOL
This is a great gift idea for the men in the family.
Nice little project, I'm sure filling it with candy will incentivize the little ones.
Such a cute idea and perfect for dads and graduation decorations!
awesome idea!
what a great project for the kids to help do
What a cool idea! Great for a birthday party.
Can't wait to share with my Cricut friends, how creative/
Wow that seems so quirky and fun to make!
Adorbs!
Cute hat box!
Instructions were very easy to follow. Thank you
So adorable my husband will fall out with laughter, He loves NY Yankee ball caps
I love and need this
This is just slightly different from the Cricut one, but it looks like it is a lot easier to put together. Looks very similar, and I'm all for easier. Thanks.
Such a cute idea! Especially after a softball game!
You can do so many amazing things with a cricut machine.
How cute!
How cute, my daughter would make this in a heartbeat.
I need to look into craft clips.
I saw this earlier, thanks for the instructions. I'm going to make one for my husband. You have such great ideas!
Very instructive and comprehensive video! Thank you!
so cute i love that design and cant wait to use it Thanks!
Super adorable
Just downloaded this svg and I'm super excited to make it!!
I learned something new, I've been using Bearly Arts glue for a year now and didn't realize I should be letting it sit for a minute before adhering to the next piece. Thanks for the tip!
I love step-by-step instructions.
Always such amazing ideas!
These caps are great! My grandson is in the all star team! Would be super cute prizes for the team members! Thank you!
Great guys gift!
So smart and cute!
Would love to have a cricut to make the 3D Baseball Hat Gift Box for the family.
checking out the Candy selection, I love Rolo
You do some amazing work!
Looks like so much fun to make! Thank you for the in depth tutorial!
This design is just too adorable! My boys would love this for a party.
Such a great design.
Love this idea!
Wow.. Great idea! Very great step by step instructions. It must have taken you awhile to create this post. Thank you!
Grateful for this clear tutorial. Thanks
This is so cute. The instructions are great. Thank you!
This is one of the cutest projects
So many cool ideas can't wait to get started
Everytime I review this, I discover something new
What a clever and cute idea! Thanks for sharing!
My favorite # is three, and with this project, #1- one get’s to make it, #2- fill it with treats and #3 give it someone special. Luv it, thank you so much
Fun gift!
What a fun craft! I will definitely be doing this soon☺️
I like this!
Thank you for all the great ideas and instructions! All great projects.
very cool Kim! Need a cricut looks very fun to make!
These are so cute! I know a few people who are always wearing baseball caps that would probably get a kick out of receiving these for a gift.
WOW! Such a great idea and project!
Just in time for the warm weather. Thanks.
These are such a fun idea. I know the Dads will enjoy the hats filled with goodies. Thank you for the file.
These are so darling!
These Dad hats are adorable!
My grandson plays baseball, and his team has gone all the way to the championships...now for the ALL Star series! This would be so much fun to make for him! Thank you!
Thank you for the step by step directions!
What a clever idea for gift wrapping!
Great instructions. Thanks for all the images that makes it easier.
What a sweet idea!
I LOVE this idea for my Nephews baseball team party! thanks for sharing
Adorable! Father's Day and SF Giants!!
Such great ideas for Father's Day! Thank you
My little grandson just finished his first year at t-ball and he loves candy this is a great idea!
LOVE your blogs!!!
This is going to be great!
I need to try these
I guess I'd better get some candy ready!
This is such a cute idea! Thank you for sharing this!
Super cute gift idea! Love your blog post! Thank you!
Great Idea. Thanks for the tutorial.
So excited about all the cool things I can do with a Cricut
My daughter would probably like to play around with this too. Make one in pink 🙂
love it!
I've been seeing everyone's cap on facebook. I think it's heavy enough to hold other stuff too other than candy.
Love this! Who knew you could make a hat with a Cricut! Perfect for anyone!
Perfect for Birthday party favors!
I love this project! It would be a great gift for all the men in my life (3 sons, 2 brothers). Thanks for explaining each step so thoroughly.
What a cute, fun and unique idea! I can't wait to try my hand at making these hats!
If you make this, don't forget to customize with your favorite team logo!
A very innovative project! Perfect for dads and grads!
So cute!
I can't wait to try this!!
Very interesting!
I am wondering if it only cuts vinyl or can it cut different shapes of fabric?
This is SO CUTE!! My Grandson would LOVE this!
I love and I can’t wait to make it.
Thanks for the file and the instructions!
Tomorrow is Father's Day!!! This would be perfect!
Great video. Thanks Kim!
I have friends who are nuts for baseball--this would make a great gift!
This is a great gift, not just for Fathers Day, but Birthdays etc
Happy Fathers Day to all the Fathers out there.
Nice little project, I'm sure filling it with candy will incentivize the little ones.
You can do so many amazing things with a cricut machine.
Happy Father's Day to all dads!
Love this idea! Thanks for sharing!!!
Super creative! Well done.
Amazing project!!
Your work is AMAZING!
My kid saw it and wants one now. Guess I gotta make her one lol
Thanks for always posting such clear detailed directions, it’s terrific! Cute hat box.
Perfect for the championship game
Put a team logo on the bill and VOILA!!
Thanks for this clear tutorial on a fun project. Two-thumbs up.
so cute!
This is way too adorable, thanks for sharing!
Watched this several times! Something new always catches my eye!
Love the step by step instructions, made it so easy to follow!
So so cute
Thanks for the tutorial. Customized it with my kiddo's favourite team - Blue Jays.
This is a really cute gift idea, my nephews would adore it!
Perfect project for the littles!
Love it!!!
Thank you for such clear instructions
Looks super fun to make!
Almost D-Day!!
I know quite a few people who would love this template for their family, thanks for posting!