Pillow boxes fold from one flat die-cut sheet into a curved shape with tucked ends, and they work best for small things like jewellery, wedding favours, gift cards and product samples. Custom Cardboard Boxes sizes each one to its contents and prints it in full colour. They ship flat and take seconds to assemble by hand. Orders start from 100 units with free delivery.
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Distinctive curved-edge boxes that stand out from standard packaging. Perfect for small gifts, samples, jewellery, and promotional items with full-colour printing.
The curved surface of a pillow box creates a distinctive canvas for your artwork. Full CMYK printing wraps around the entire exterior, ensuring your brand is visible from every angle.
Each pillow box is die-cut to your specifications. From small jewellery-sized boxes to larger gift formats, we manufacture the size you need to fit your product comfortably.
Kraft pillow boxes are a popular choice for brands with a natural or handmade aesthetic. Recycled cardboard is also available. Both options are recyclable and print well with full-colour artwork.
Add matte lamination for a soft feel, gloss for brightness, spot UV for selective highlights, or foil stamping for metallic accents. These finishes enhance the already distinctive shape of the pillow box.
Pillow boxes are perfectly suited to jewellery, party favours, sample products, confectionery, and small gifts. The compact shape and easy-open tabs make them a practical and attractive packaging solution.
Production takes 8 to 10 business days after you approve the proof. Pillow boxes are efficient to die-cut and assemble, keeping turnaround times consistent across all order sizes.
Flexible minimum order quantities are available. We recommend starting at 100 units, which is a practical quantity for events, promotional campaigns, or testing a new packaging format.
All orders ship free within Australia. Pillow boxes are delivered flat, taking up minimal storage space until you are ready to fold and fill them.
The curved edges of a pillow box immediately set it apart from rectangular packaging. This unique form factor catches attention on retail displays and makes your product memorable in the hands of the customer.
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A free digital proof and mockup are included with every order. Physical samples can be arranged on request, with a sampling fee that depends on the complexity of the die-cut and design.
Standard production takes 8 to 10 business days after proof approval. Delivery within Australia adds 3 to 5 business days. Rush production plans are also available for tighter deadlines.
Minimum order quantities are flexible. We recommend starting at 100 units, which is a practical order size for events, gift packaging, and testing a new product format.
Fill out our quote form with your dimensions, quantity, and finishing preferences. We typically respond within one business day.
All pillow boxes are custom die-cut to your exact dimensions. There are no standard sizes. You provide the measurements and we manufacture accordingly.
Pillow boxes can be used for individually wrapped confectionery, tea bags, and other small food items. For dedicated food packaging, see our french fries boxes and popcorn boxes. For loose food products, a food-safe liner or inner wrap is recommended.
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Brilliant experience from start to finish
“I'd been searching for a packaging supplier for my new skincare line and Custom Cardboard Boxes absolutely delivered. Sophie walked me through the whole process, from choosing the right box style to finalising the artwork. She was incredibly patient when I kept changing my mind on colours and never once made me feel like a hassle. The finished product looks unreal. The print quality is spot on and my customers have been commenting on how premium everything looks. Couldn't recommend them more highly.”
Tegan O'Sullivan
Top-notch custom mailer boxes for our coffee brand
“We've just received our first order of custom mailer boxes and honestly, they've exceeded all expectations. Working with Ethan was an absolute pleasure. He was super responsive, always kept us in the loop, and even suggested a few tweaks to our design that made the final product look way more professional. The turnaround time was faster than we expected and the pricing was very competitive. We'll definitely be ordering again for our next roast release.”
Jarrod McLeod
Charlotte was absolutely fantastic
“Charlotte was absolutely fantastic to work with. As a small business owner just starting out with handmade candles, I had no idea what I needed in terms of packaging. She took the time to explain all the different options, helped me pick the right size and material, and the design team nailed my artwork on the first go. The boxes arrived in perfect condition and they look gorgeous. My brand feels so much more legit now. Thank you, Charlotte!”
Mia Chen
Exceptional quality and service, highly recommend
“We've been working with Custom Cardboard Boxes since we launched our botanical skincare range and they've been nothing short of brilliant. Liz has been our main contact and she's always gone above and beyond to make sure everything is sorted. The print quality on our boxes is crisp, the colours are bang on, and the packaging feels really sturdy and premium. We've tried other suppliers before but none have come close to the level of service and quality we get here. Will not be going anywhere else.”
Wild Honey Botanicals
Great product, slight delay on shipping
“The boxes themselves are fantastic. Really well made, colours came out perfectly, and the design team were really helpful during the proofing stage. Tom was great to deal with and answered all my questions promptly. Shipping took a touch longer than originally quoted, but I understand these things happen and the end result was well worth the wait. Overall a really positive experience and I'd still recommend them to anyone looking for custom packaging.”
Ben Kirkpatrick
Made my small business look like a big brand
“I recently launched my first range of protein bars and needed packaging that would really stand out on shelves. Michael was so helpful and patient as we worked through different design concepts and box styles. He even helped me adjust my artwork to make sure the print came out perfectly. When the boxes arrived, I was absolutely stoked. They look incredibly professional and the quality is outstanding. Custom Cardboard Boxes has genuinely taken my brand to the next level. Can't thank them enough.”
Priya Naidoo
Perfect custom belly bands for our soap range
“We ordered custom belly bands for our artisan soap range and they turned out beautifully. Amie was our point of contact and she was lovely to deal with. Really communicative and made the whole process dead easy. The print quality is crisp, the fit around our bars is spot on, and they've given our products such a polished, professional look. The pricing was also very reasonable compared to what we were quoted elsewhere. Already planning our next order!”
Samantha Russo
Fast turnaround and outstanding results
“We needed custom packaging for a product launch and were working to a really tight deadline. Eric was brilliant. He got everything sorted quickly and kept me updated every step of the way. The auto-lock boxes we ordered are sturdy, the print is sharp, and the whole unboxing experience looks premium. I was genuinely impressed by how fast they turned everything around without compromising on quality. Will absolutely be using Custom Cardboard Boxes for all our future orders.”
Daniel Whitmore
Excellent service, Kevin was a legend
“This was our first time ordering custom packaging and we were a bit nervous about the whole process. Kevin put us at ease straight away. He was super communicative, explained everything clearly, and made brilliant suggestions that improved our original design. The finished boxes look absolutely mint and arrived right on schedule. Our customers have already been raving about the packaging. Honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience. Cheers, Kevin!”
K. Nguyen
Really happy with the end result
“Ordered custom gift boxes for my online boutique and the quality is lovely. The cardboard is thick and sturdy, the printing is sharp, and the colours match my branding perfectly. Davis was my main contact and he was really easy to work with. Always quick to reply and happy to help with any changes. The only minor thing was a small delay getting the initial proof back, but once that was sorted everything moved along smoothly. Would happily order from Custom Cardboard Boxes again.”
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View productMore about custom pillow boxes
Pillow boxes are a distinctive packaging format characterised by their curved edges and compact shape. The form factor is immediately recognisable and stands out from standard rectangular packaging, making pillow boxes an excellent choice for brands that want their product to catch the eye. They are widely used for jewellery, small gifts, party favours, sample products, and promotional items.
For Australian businesses, custom pillow boxes deliver branded packaging in a shape that signals gift-readiness on shelf and in hand. The simple construction, a single die-cut sheet of cardboard that folds into shape, keeps production efficient while the full-colour printing ensures your brand looks sharp from every angle. Many event planners, wedding businesses, and boutique retailers use pillow boxes for packaging that makes a strong impression and reads instantly as a curated gift.
Pillow boxes also work well as part of a broader packaging strategy. A skincare brand might use cream boxes for their main product line and pillow boxes for sample sets or gift-with-purchase items. A retail store might use them for jewellery packaging alongside larger product boxes for their full-size items.
Every pillow box is custom die-cut to your specified dimensions. We provide a dieline template that accounts for the curved edges, so your artwork flows naturally around the shape of the box. The print area wraps around the front, back, and sides, giving you ample space for your logo, brand colours, and product messaging.
Finishing options include matte lamination, gloss lamination, spot UV, and foil stamping. On a pillow box, spot UV and foil accents are particularly effective because the curved shape catches light from different angles, making metallic and glossy elements shift and shimmer as the box is handled.
For brands that want a natural, eco-friendly look, an unprinted kraft pillow box with a simple foil-stamped logo is a clean, elegant option. This minimal approach works well for handmade jewellery brands, artisan food producers, and eco-conscious gift packaging.
Pillow boxes are manufactured from white cardboard or kraft board. White cardboard is the standard choice for full-colour designs with photography or detailed graphics, as the bright surface ensures accurate colour reproduction. Kraft board offers a natural, unbleached appearance that suits brands with an earthy or organic aesthetic.
All printing uses offset methods for consistent, high-quality results. The curved die-cut requires precise alignment during production, and our process ensures clean edges and accurate folding on every unit. Colour matching is handled at the proof stage so you can review the design before printing begins.
If you need packaging for larger items in your product range, our folding boxes and rectangular boxes offer a standard flat-panel format with the same full-colour printing and finishing options.
Submit a quote request with your pillow box dimensions, quantity, material preference, and any finishing details. We respond within one business day with pricing and production timelines. A digital proof is included with every order for your review and approval before printing begins.
Production takes 8 to 10 business days from proof approval, and shipping is free within Australia. Pillow boxes arrive flat-packed and fold into shape quickly, making them easy to store and assemble on demand.
