Free dieline template
A box sleeve dieline is a flat strip of four panels and one glue flap that folds into an open-ended wrap around a box, tray or product. Enter the length, width and depth of what it wraps to download the template as a layered SVG.
Last updated November 12, 2026
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A sleeve is the simplest printed structure in packaging: top, side, bottom, side, then a glue flap. It slides over a plain box or tray, so the branding sits on the sleeve and the inner pack can stay unprinted.
Measure the outside of the box or tray the sleeve goes over, not the inside. Add a small allowance, about 1 to 2 mm on the width and depth, so the sleeve slides on without tearing but does not fall off. Thicker board needs slightly more.
The download is a starter template for laying out artwork. When you order, Cubit's structural team confirms the production dieline for your exact size and board before anything is printed.
Sleeves are a low-cost way to brand stock packaging and to run several product variants over one plain inner box.
| Use | Why a sleeve fits |
|---|---|
| Soap, candles, cosmetics | Shows the product while carrying brand and ingredient text |
| Food trays and bakery boxes | One tray, many flavours, each with its own sleeve |
| Mailer and gift boxes | Seasonal or campaign branding over a standard box |
| Subscription kits | Monthly artwork without retooling the box |
Measure the outside length, width and depth of the box or tray the sleeve wraps, then add about 1 to 2 mm to the width and depth so it slides on. Enter those numbers in the template.
Most sleeves are paperboard, commonly 16 to 18 point SBS or kraft. It prints well, folds cleanly and is stiff enough to hold its shape around the inner pack.
A standard sleeve is glued along one flap into a tube and shipped flat. Narrow belly bands can also be supplied with a sticker closure or interlocking tabs.
Yes. Inside print is laid out on a mirrored copy of the same dieline and shows as the sleeve slides off.
