Features and types
Rigid cardboard boxes with lids: from Scotton
Scotton — on the market since 1974 — is the most represented brand in this collection with 65 references. The boxes with lids most requested for Christmas are the panettone boxes Fibra Oro (210×210×220 mm format), suitable for tall leavened products up to 1 kg without risk of deformation. For those who want to give a sweet and a bottle together, the panettone and bottle box White Forest (330×250×350 mm) is designed to contain both in a single coordinated package.
For non-food gifts or for those looking for a gift box with lid to use all year round, Scotton offers the Segreto Avana box in large format (440×340×370 mm) and the trunk with handle (330×250×390 mm in avana): both have a lid closure without seasonal graphics, suitable for ceremonies, graduations and corporate occasions.
The little houses with cord (210×210×210 mm and 245×245×180 mm format, avana finish with tree motif) are ideal for medium-sized party favours or individual gifts to display or hang.
Glued baskets for multiple compositions
I Scotton glued baskets have rigid base and straight edges: they support compositions with multiple products without bending. The 350×260×70 mm format (available in avana and Skin Caffè finish) is suitable for 2-3 medium items; the 400×300×120 mm Skin Caffè increases capacity for more elaborate compositions; the Christmas basket Fibra Oro (450×350×120 mm) is the festive version for corporate Christmas baskets.
ARPIMEX Christmas shoppers in four sizes
The ARPIMEX shoppers with Atelier Multicolor print cover four sizes: 12×16×6.5 cm (small gadgets and party favours), 18×23×10 cm (medium packages), 26×32×10 cm and 31×41×12 cm (bulky gifts). The integrated handle makes them practical for direct delivery or for setting up a gift table at a ceremony.
Bags and sacks in natural materials
The jute sack Piovaccari (H 50 cm, width 35 cm) is a rustic alternative to synthetic bags, often used for compositions with natural or eco appeals. The bottle carrier bag Ad Trend in printed paper with Christmas decoration (12×9×36 cm) is instead designed for single bottles to carry by hand.
Filling materials: wood shavings and straw
Piennepi PNP Plast Italy offers wood shavings in 1 kg and 4.5 kg formats (beige colour) and transparent shavings 4.5 kg. The beige version pairs well with avana baskets for a natural effect; the transparent one is used under coloured packages without covering them.
How to choose the right gift box
For Christmas and corporate baskets — if the gift includes a panettone, Scotton panettone boxes with lids in standard formats are the most practical choice: rigid lid, calibrated dimensions, Fibra Oro finish already elegant. For an even more refined presentation, complete with an ARPIMEX shopper of the right size and beige shavings on the bottom. For Christmas packages you will also find a dedicated selection in boxes for Christmas packages.
For weddings, baptisms and communions — Scotton little houses with cord in 210×210×210 mm format are suitable for medium-sized party favours. For a more structured single package (for example a bottle or a gourmet product), the trunk with handle or the Segreto Avana box are neutral solutions that do not recall any specific season. If you are looking for containers for confetti, you will find a specific selection in bottle boxes and in the wider catalogue of gift packaging and wrapping.
For gifts to carry by hand — ARPIMEX shoppers are practical for those who have to deliver gifts directly: available in four sizes, from the smallest for gadgets to the 31×41 cm for bulky parcels.
For compositions with multiple products — choose a Scotton glued basket based on the number of items. The 350×260 mm format is good for 2-3 medium pieces; the 400×300 mm or 450×350 mm for more elaborate compositions. Pair it with coordinated gift paper to finish the presentation.
For a rustic or natural effect — the Piovaccari jute sack is combined with compositions featuring dry products, jars or small objects. For very bulky or heavy compositions, a rigid glued basket with structured base is preferable.
FAQ
Which gift boxes with lids are good for 1 kg panettone?
Scotton panettone boxes in 210×210×220 mm format in rigid cardboard are sized for tall leavened products up to 1 kg. The Fibra Oro finish is the Christmas one; there is also a neutral avana version. If you want to add a bottle, the White Forest box (330×250×350 mm) holds both.
Are there neutral gift boxes, not just for Christmas?
Yes. Scotton baskets in avana, the Segreto Avana box, the trunk with handle and the little houses with cord in avana version (without seasonal graphics) are suitable for ceremonies, graduations and corporate gifts all year round. ARPIMEX shoppers in versions without Christmas decoration work the same way.
How do I choose the right shavings for a neat basket?
Beige shavings Piennepi PNP Plast Italy pairs with Scotton avana baskets for a uniform natural effect. The transparent version is used under coloured packages without covering them. Both are available in 1 kg and 4.5 kg formats.
Is the Piovaccari jute sack suitable for any type of composition?
The Piovaccari sack (H 50 cm, width 35 cm) is intended for light or medium compositions: single bottles, bags of dry products, small baskets. For very bulky or heavy compositions, a rigid glued basket with structured base is preferable.
Can I order online and pick up in store?
Yes. L'Arcolaio ships throughout Italy and to 21 European countries; alternatively you can order online and collect at the 5,000 sqm store in Pignataro Interamna (FR), just a few minutes from the Cassino junction of the A1. The shop is open Monday-Saturday 8:30–19:00, Sunday 10:00–19:00. To match candles or air fresheners to your gift parcel, also explore Cereria Di Giorgio present in our catalogue.
