Tiny Box Maker
UK Made Custom Luxury and Sustainable Packaging.
Handmade bespoke packaging, made in the UK, for brands that need something exceptionally unique.
Tiny Box Maker is Rachel Watkyn OBE’s UK-based bespoke packaging manufacturer, based in Redruth, Cornwall. The business creates handmade custom boxes, semi-bespoke gift boxes and luxury presentation packaging for brands that need packaging made around the product, not the other way round.
It was born after Tiny Box Company bought a factory in Cornwall in 2016, previously known as The Box Office. Rather than losing the knowledge and skill that already existed there, Rachel kept the key team in place and built Tiny Box Maker around British manufacturing, craftsmanship and proper box-making expertise. Tiny Box Maker is now one of the few rigid box-making factories left in the UK.
The main difference between Tiny Box Company and Tiny Box Maker is simple. Tiny Box Company offers a huge range of off-the-shelf packaging. Tiny Box Maker creates packaging from scratch. If a brand needs a box for a luxury product, a product launch, a press sample, a pitch, a one-off event, a high-end gift or something so unique, it's near impossible to find something similar, this is where Tiny Box Maker comes in.
Bespoke Packaging Tailored To You
Tiny Box Maker specialises in bespoke packaging, creating boxes tailored to the product, brand and customer experience. Their team can help with box styles, paper choices, foiling, inserts, finishes and all the small details that make packaging feel considered rather than cobbled together five minutes before launch. Their bespoke service covers repeat products as well as one-off promotional, gift and presentation items.
The beauty of Tiny Box Maker is that it is not limited to standard packaging formats. The team can produce custom boxes for luxury goods, jewellery, cosmetics, perfumes, candles, food gifts, corporate gifting, product samples, photography, keepsakes, investor pitches, press kits and premium retail launches. If something needs to arrive, open, present or be remembered in a specific way, the box can be designed around that moment.
Semi-Bespoke Packaging
Tiny Box Maker’s semi-bespoke service is designed for businesses that want custom packaging without needing to start completely from scratch. It allows brands to choose from a selection of standard box sizes, then make the packaging their own through paper choice, colour, finish and branding. It is a practical route for businesses that want something more considered than off-the-shelf packaging, but do not necessarily need a fully bespoke box structure.
This makes semi-bespoke packaging especially useful for quick and simple personalisation. A brand can keep the reliability of a proven box size while still creating something that feels tailored, polished and properly aligned with the product inside. In very Rachel terms, it is custom packaging without making the whole thing needlessly complicated.
Inserts & Extras
Tiny Box Maker can also create internal and external extras that make a box work properly, and a design that can really stand out. This includes card inserts, foam inserts, satin lining, sleeves and belly bands. These details matter because luxury packaging is not just about how the outside looks. It is also about how the product sits, how it opens, how it is protected and whether the whole thing feels intentional from the first touch to the final reveal.
Paper & Materials
Material choice is another important part of the process. Tiny Box Maker offers a wide range of paper types, including Wibalin® papers in different finishes such as Natural, Matte, Fine Linen and Buckram, as well as recycled options and specialist papers from leatherette to animal print, there are no limits! This helps brands choose packaging that feels right for the product, whether that is understated, colourful, textured, classic, modern or very much “please make this look exceptional”.
Tiny Box Maker's Story
For Rachel, Tiny Box Maker fits naturally into the wider Tiny Box story. It gives businesses the option to go beyond stock packaging into fully customised UK-made packaging, while still keeping sustainability, quality and practical advice at the centre. It is packaging for brands that know the box is part of the experience, and for people who have reached the stage where “that will do” will absolutely not do.
If you want to explore the full service, visit Tiny Box Maker. You can also learn more about Rachel’s wider business journey on her Portfolio, Tiny Box Company, Dragons’ Den and Awards pages.
About Tiny Box Maker
What is Tiny Box Maker?
Tiny Box Maker is a UK-based bespoke packaging manufacturer in Redruth, Cornwall, owned by Rachel Watkyn OBE. The company creates handmade custom boxes, semi-bespoke gift boxes, luxury presentation packaging and branded packaging for businesses that need packaging designed around their product.
What does Tiny Box Maker specialise in?
Tiny Box Maker specialises in handmade bespoke packaging, including custom gift boxes, luxury rigid boxes, hinged boxes, presentation boxes, product launch boxes, sample boxes, pitch boxes and branded packaging. The business works with brands that need packaging to feel premium, practical and completely tailored.
Is Tiny Box Maker packaging made in the UK?
Yes, Tiny Box Maker produces handmade packaging in the UK from its factory in Redruth, Cornwall. The business is one of a small number of rigid box-making factories left in the UK and combines traditional handmade techniques with modern manufacturing processes.
Does Tiny Box Maker make luxury packaging?
Yes, Tiny Box Maker creates luxury packaging for products such as jewellery, cosmetics, perfume, candles, gifts, samples, presentation items and high-end retail goods. Their bespoke service includes box styles, paper choices, foiling, inserts, satin lining, sleeves and belly bands to create packaging that feels properly considered.
Can Tiny Box Maker create fully custom boxes?
Yes, Tiny Box Maker creates fully custom boxes tailored to a brand, product or campaign. Their bespoke packaging service can include custom box style, size, paper type, board thickness, branding, inserts and finishing details. They can also help guide businesses through the design process if they are not sure where to begin.
What is the difference between bespoke and semi-bespoke packaging?
Bespoke packaging is made specifically for the brand and product, including the size, structure, finish, branding and internal details. Semi-bespoke packaging uses existing popular box sizes and styles, giving businesses the option to choose colours, finishes and personalisation at a lower cost and with a simpler process.
Who is Tiny Box Maker best suited for?
Tiny Box Maker is best suited for brands that need premium, custom or highly considered packaging. This includes luxury brands, jewellery companies, beauty and cosmetics brands, food and drink businesses, photographers, corporate gifting teams, agencies, product launch teams and businesses creating samples, pitches or high-end presentation boxes.
Why is Tiny Box Maker part of Rachel Watkyn’s portfolio?
Tiny Box Maker is part of Rachel Watkyn’s portfolio because it extends the mission behind Tiny Box Company into fully customised UK-made packaging. It reflects Rachel’s commitment to sustainable packaging, British manufacturing, craftsmanship and helping businesses create packaging that properly represents their brand.