What this construction is
A cylinder box is a rolled tube with a fitted lid, and it presents a piece with no corners anywhere. A bangle, a coiled chain or a rolled bracelet sits in it the way it is worn, which a square box cannot do without wasted space.
Velvet on this construction, specifically
A rolled tube covered in velvet has one vertical seam, and pile direction has to run the same way around it or the tube reads as two different shades from opposite sides. It is the detail that decides whether the box looks turned or wrapped.
Getting the fit right
Wall thickness and the lid fit are set together — a rolled wall flexes slightly, so a lid that fits a rigid box will be either tight or loose on a tube. The fit is confirmed on a physical sample, always.
The mistake to avoid
A cylinder rolls. Without a flat, a foot or a base pad it will not stay where it is put on a counter, and that is a design decision rather than something to solve later with a stand.
Where it is used
Bangles, coiled chains, rolled bracelets and gift sets, plus anywhere a brand wants a shape that stands out among rectangles on a shelf.
Why velvet
Velvet is a cut-pile fabric with a longer, softer nap than microfibre suede. It is the traditional jewellery lining and still the one most buyers associate with a gift.
Putting your logo on velvet
Velvet does not hold a hot-stamp the way board or leatherette does. A metal plate, or a lid card, is the more reliable way to carry a logo on a velvet exterior.
Cutting the interior in velvet
A velvet slot closes on the shank under its own spring. The pile hides the cut edge, so the slot can be made slightly generous without looking loose.
Brush with the pile. Avoid pressing a heavy piece into the same spot for months at a time, or the pile takes a set.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Piece dimensions | Sets the interior |
| Velvet colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Logo artwork | Vector gives the cleanest die or screen |
| Velvet on this construction | A rolled tube covered in velvet has one vertical seam, and pile direction has to run the same way around it or the tube reads as two different shades from opposite sides. |
Frequently asked questions
Is velvet a good choice for a cylinder box?
A rolled tube covered in velvet has one vertical seam, and pile direction has to run the same way around it or the tube reads as two different shades from opposite sides. It is the detail that decides whether the box looks turned or wrapped.
How does velvet wear on this construction?
Brush with the pile. Avoid pressing a heavy piece into the same spot for months at a time, or the pile takes a set.
Can it be made in our colour?
Yes — the velvet is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What logo methods suit velvet?
Velvet does not hold a hot-stamp the way board or leatherette does. A metal plate, or a lid card, is the more reliable way to carry a logo on a velvet exterior.
Can I see it before ordering?
Yes. A physical pre-production sample is made to your specification and the bulk run is held to the sample you approve.
Make your cylinder boxes
Tell us the piece, your brand and the quantity you have in mind. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.