Sanbo Boxes

Get ready for some origami fun—Gay Merrill Gross style!
Gay had a gift for turning traditional folds into whimsical delights. One of her most charming creations? A clever combination of a cat’s head and a classic sanbo box—together forming an adorable origami cat-box that’s perfect for gifting candy, trinkets, or smiles!
This two-piece design fits together snugly—no glue, no tape, just pure origami magic. Gay's playful spirit inspired others to follow suit, using the sanbo box as a base for all sorts of animal creations.
In this class, you’ll learn:
The traditional sanbo box
Gay’s Cat Box and Dog Box
A festive Reindeer Box by Ms. Ryuko Nashimoto
A gentle Elephant Box by Shoko Aoyagi
A sweet Bunny Box by Zsuzsanna Kricskovics
And a roaring Dinosaur Box by Garcia
Join us and fold your way into a menagerie of delightful gift-ready boxes—each with its
own quirky personality!