Gable gift boxes are also referred to as “barn boxes”, due to the pitched roof style top. These type boxes are primarily used without the aid of gift wrap, because of the actually style, as WELL as the fact that they can be found in several different colors and designs. Gable boxes come in VERY handy, when the gift is a small pet, such as a rabbit, guinea pig, etc. with a few small holes poke through the pitched roof, for ease of the animal’s breathing ability; plus the pitched roof allows room for the pet to move more freely, without cause of stress. These boxes are actually, primarily used for bakery gifts, such as pastries and cakes, with the handle giving ease of carrying. Gable boxes are constructed of biodegradable and recyclable materials.
Gable gift boxes are used by many restaurants, diners and bistros for “take out” orders, as well. These come in very handy, due to the handle on the box. They can also be used to store make-up, jewelry and other “accessory” products—these boxes don’t have to be used primarily for “gifts”, because of the fact that they do come in a wide array of decorative colors and designs.
You can find gable gift boxes at any gift shop, or specialty shop, but there are many web sites that offer this style gift box, as well. To name a few: www.mrtakeoutbags.com, www.boxandwrap.com, www.bayleysboxes.com and www.nashvillewraps.com. The prices, for gable boxes vary, due to design and size. I’ve found a Bebom Stripe Mini Gable Box, 4”x 2.5” x 2.5” per case of 100 for $39.80 ($0.40 each) leading up to a Natural Brown Kraft Mini Gable Box, 9” x 6” x 6” per case of 100 for $50.10 ($0.50 each). I’m sure you can find less expensive prices, or larger quantity cases, online, if need be. Also, to save yourself money, search for specials and “deals” such as free shipping and handling and discounts for a specific purchase amount.
When searching and shopping for gable gift boxes, you’ll want to make sure that the sizes you choose will accommodate the size gift or item that you will be placing in the box. For example, if you are placing cakes or pastries in the box, you’re not going to want to “stack” the items, as to avoid possible damage to them; in which case you will most likely want to look for a box bigger than what you actually “need”, this way, you can simply stuff tissue paper or some other form of packaging paper in “wads” in between the items, to keep them from sliding.
Whatever your reason is, for purchasing gable gift boxes, or the gift you plan in giving them in, shop around. Make sure that you find exactly what you have in mind; don’t just “settle” you can also visit your local specialty and gift stores and shops, as WELL, if you’d prefer. Either way, remember that they CAN be “reusable” and are biodegradable, so these 2 facts can set your mind at ease that you ARE, in fact paying for the best quality!