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Make every gift memorable with valentine pillow boxes, crafted from sturdy stock with a polished, elegant finish. Choose your size, color, and printing options with quick turnaround. Request a free sample and see the quality firsthand!
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Get Free Design Support with your box 3d Renders or Send Your Design File for Printing.
Upon design approval, we’ll print and conduct quality checks before shipping the boxes to you.
Technical Specifications
| Dimensions | Available in Custom Sizes |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone Color, Full Color & No Printing |
| Paper Stock | Eco-Friendly Kraft, Corrugated Cardboard & Premium Rigid Stock |
| Coating | Semi-Gloss AQ, Gloss UV, Matte UV & Spot UV |
| Default Process | Die Cutting, Gluing, Scoring, Perforating |
| Custom Options | Window Cut Out, Gold/Silver Foiling, Embossing, Raised Ink |
| Proof | Digital Proof, 3D Mock-Up |
| Shipping | Shipped FLAT (Free Shipping Across USA & Canada) |
| Help | For further inquiries and Quotes, contact us or email at sales@cratpackaging.com |
Valentine pillow boxes are the curved, football-shaped boxes that close by tucking two flaps into slots, sized for a single treat, a favor, or a small individual gift. Crat Packaging makes these Valentine pillow boxes in our own US facility for candy brands, bakeries, and event suppliers who need an inexpensive, fast-assembling box for small Valentine’s items at volume.
Key Features of Our Valentine Pillow Boxes
- Tuck-flap closure, no glue needed — flaps lock into side slots for fast hand-assembly during high-volume packing.
- Compact, individual-item sizing — built for one treat, one favor, or one small gift rather than a bundled assortment.
- Window options — a die-cut or clear window lets the candy or treat inside show through without opening the box.
- Low cost per unit — the simple construction keeps per-box pricing competitive for large party-favor or retail-candy runs.
- Food-safe stock available — for candy, chocolate, or bakery items packed directly against the box interior.
- Free setup and die charges — no plate or die-cut fees on custom pillow box sizes.
Specifications
| Box Style | Pillow (football) box with tuck-flap closure (see also our gable boxes for a handle-carry option) |
|---|---|
| Common Sizes | Mini (2.25″x1″x3″) for a single candy or small favor, Standard (3″x1.5″x4″) for a cookie or small treat, Large (4″x2″x6″) for a bundled favor — custom sizes available |
| Material / Stock | SBS cardboard, food-safe grade for direct food contact, kraft for a natural look |
| Printing | Full CMYK, PMS color matching, inside printing on request |
| Finishing | Matte or gloss lamination, spot UV on heart graphics, embossing and debossing, hot foil stamp |
| Add-ons | Die-cut or clear window, ribbon or twine tie, hang hole for retail display |
| Minimum Order | 100 units |
| Turnaround | 10–15 business days standard, 8 business days expedited |
| Setup / Plate / Die Charges | Free |
Customization Options
Sizes
Pillow boxes are typically the smallest packaging in a Valentine’s product line, sized for one item rather than an assortment. We cut to your exact product footprint — a mini size for a single chocolate truffle, up to a larger version that fits a bundled party favor.
Materials
SBS cardboard is the standard choice for its clean, printable surface, and food-safe grades are available for candy or bakery items packed directly inside. Kraft stock gives a more natural, rustic look that still takes foil stamping and spot UV well.
Printing and Finishing
Because the box is compact, the curved side panels become the main design surface — most buyers run full-color heart graphics or an all-over pattern across the visible curve. Embossing or debossing adds texture without extra ink, and hot foil stamping is a common upgrade for a higher-end retail candy line.
Add-ons
A die-cut or clear window is the most requested add-on, letting the candy or treat color show through as part of the design. A hang hole converts the box for peg-hook retail display, and a ribbon or twine tie adds a finishing touch for gifting.
Industries & Use Cases
- Candy and chocolate brands packaging single-serve Valentine’s treats
- Bakeries packing individual cookies, macarons, or small pastries
- Event planners and schools ordering bulk party favor boxes
- Wedding and corporate gifting programs adding a small branded favor
- Retailers stocking peg-hook candy displays for the February season
How to Order
- Request a free quote with your item dimensions and quantity.
- Our team provides free structural and print design support.
- Approve your dieline and digital proof before production.
- Production runs 10–15 business days (8 with expedited service), starting at a 100-unit minimum.
- Boxes ship flat-packed and ready for fast hand assembly.
Why Wholesale Buyers Choose Crat Packaging
Crat Packaging produces every pillow box in our own US facility, with no setup, plate, or die-cut charges and free design support on every order. The 100-unit minimum makes this style accessible for smaller candy brands and event suppliers ordering favors, and bulk pricing starts from around $0.75 per unit, depending on size, material, quantity, and finish. Standard turnaround is 10–15 business days, with an 8-business-day expedited option for orders placed close to the holiday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pillow box used for?
A pillow box is a small, curved box that tuck-closes without glue, typically used for a single candy, favor, or small individual gift rather than a bundled assortment.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The minimum order is 100 units, with bulk pricing starting around $0.75 per unit depending on size, material, and finish.
Can I add a window to see the candy inside?
Yes. A die-cut or clear window is one of the most common add-ons on this style, letting the contents show through the closed box.
Are these boxes food-safe?
Yes, food-safe SBS board is available for candy, chocolate, or bakery items packed directly inside the box.
How long does production take?
Standard turnaround is 10–15 business days after proof approval, with an 8-business-day expedited option.
Do you charge setup fees for a custom size?
No. Plate and die-cut charges are free, including for one-time seasonal sizes.
Ready to package your Valentine’s favors or treats? Get a free quote from Crat Packaging and our team will confirm pricing and timeline within one business day.
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