Bespoke Tins
Custom Star-Pattern Chest Tin Box
A chest-shaped custom tin with an arched lid and metallic star pattern for confectionery, holiday gifts, stationery and promotional collections. Size, artwork and inserts are customizable.
Custom Star-Pattern Chest Tin Box
Product Description
This gift tin is shaped like a small chest, with a curved top and a warm copper-rose surface covered in silver star graphics. The arched lid gives the package a keepsake quality and creates a stronger three-dimensional display than a flat rectangular tin. It can be developed for confectionery, holiday gifts, small toys, stationery, jewelry or promotional sets, using completely new customer artwork.
The star pattern in the photographs is a useful example of artwork continuing across a curved lid and body. On a production design, key text should remain on flatter areas where it is easier to read, while background patterns can wrap around the arch. The seam between lid and body should be considered during artwork planning so important elements are not interrupted. A metallic base color, opaque inks and gloss level all influence how the pattern looks under retail lighting.
Chest-shaped tins need careful attention to the opening path and internal volume. The curved lid may reduce usable headspace near the sides, so the real contents should be arranged before dimensions are approved. If products are stacked, the buyer should confirm whether movement is acceptable or whether a tray, divider or tissue support is required. For e-commerce, the raised lid also needs suitable carton protection.
We check existing chest-tin moulds against the product layout and desired capacity. If a suitable structure is available, artwork and insert development can proceed without a fully new shape. If dimensions change, the hinge or lid relationship, forming limits and carton efficiency are reviewed together. Metallic-looking decoration is matched to approved references through printing and coating trials. Final colors should be approved on formed samples, not only on screen.
Applications
Christmas confectionery, cookies, candy and individually wrapped treats
Jewelry, small accessories, stationery and children's gift sets
Corporate hampers, event packs and limited-edition promotions
Tea accessories, small self-care products and themed collections
Reusable keepsake storage for seasonal or collectible items
What Buyers Should Confirm
Provide the complete product layout, especially the height of items near the curved sides. State whether the lid should be removable or hinged, and whether the pack needs a tray, divider or tissue wrap. Share metallic color references, artwork zones, quantity per design and required arrival date. Seasonal orders should allow time for sample approval and transport.
Product Specifications
Item Details
Product Name Custom Star-Pattern Chest Tin Box
Material Tinplate selected to suit the product and target market; food-contact lacquer can be specified when required.
Size Custom size. Existing moulds are checked first against the product, fill weight, insert and packing plan.
Shape Rectangular chest form with a curved arched lid.
Structure Fitted chest-style lid and body; hinge or removable-lid option confirmed by mould review.
Thickness Commonly 0.23 mm or 0.25 mm; final thickness is confirmed after size and strength review.
Printing CMYK process printing, PMS spot colors, or a combination according to approved artwork.
Surface Finish Copper-rose and silver-star reference shown; custom metallic-looking, matte or gloss artwork can be developed.
Custom Processes Full-surface printing, registered patterns, embossing, debossing and reviewed metallic effects.
Inner Options Paperboard divider, PET tray, EVA/EPE liner, tissue arrangement or product bag.
MOQ Usually 3,000–5,000 pieces for custom printing; subject to structure, mould status and production plan.
Sample Time Typically around 10–15 days after artwork and construction details are confirmed.
Production Lead Time Typically around 30–45 days after sample approval and deposit; seasonal projects should be scheduled earlier.
Packing Export cartons with suitable inner protection; retail sleeves, labels or individual bags can be quoted separately.
Compliance Testing and document scope are confirmed for the contents and destination market before production.
Custom Options
Use an existing mould when the dimensions and product layout are suitable.
Adjust height, lid fit, corners and internal support for the actual contents.
Develop CMYK or PMS artwork with matte, gloss, metallic, pearl or other reviewed finishes.
Add embossing, debossing, inserts, paper cards, liners or outer sleeves where the pack requires them.
Prepare OEM/ODM samples for fit, appearance and packing checks before mass production.
RFQ Checklist
Question Suggested Answer / Information to Provide
What will be packed inside? List all items, dimensions and arrangement, including the maximum height under the arched lid.
What size is required? Share the product dimensions, fill weight and preferred pack layout. We will check existing moulds first.
What is the estimated quantity? State the quantity per design and the total forecast quantity.
Is custom printing required? Send editable AI or PDF artwork, brand colors and the print coverage you expect.
Are special finishes needed? Provide metallic color references, gloss level and artwork indicating flat and curved print zones.
Is an insert or liner needed? Confirm whether the set needs a tray, divider, tissue support or protective liner.
Are there market-specific tests? Name the destination market and any retailer or customer testing protocol.
Which trade term is preferred? Choose EXW, FOB, CIF or DDP and provide the destination port or delivery postcode.
Send the contents, desired capacity, artwork concept, quantity and delivery market. We will check suitable chest-tin moulds and propose the most practical structure, sample route and packing plan.