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[FORMART Tutorial] DIY Blister Card Packaging Without a Mold – Make Your Own Transparent Figurine Shell

Blister card packaging is a popular way to showcase collectible figurines or small handmade products. Traditionally, it requires expensive molds and large order quantities, making it inaccessible for small creators. But now, with the FORMART Smart Vacuum Former, you can create custom blister packs at home—no molds needed!

🛠 Tools & Materials

📌 Tools Required

  • FORMART Smart Vacuum Forming Machine
  • Laser Cutter (e.g., FLUX Beambox or other CO₂ laser models)
  • 8mm Hole Punch
  • 8mm Locking Pins (or UV Adhesive for PET)

🧵 Materials

  • 3mm Wooden Board
  • PET Sheet (recommended thickness: 0.3–0.5mm)
  • Air-Dry Clay

📂 File Download

👉 Click here to download the DXF laser cutting file (Thingiverse)

🧩 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Laser Cut the Backing Plate

Load the DXF file into your laser cutter and cut the 3mm wood sheet. Assemble with glue or screws.

使用雷射切割機切割吊卡泡殼底板,圖檔來自 Thingiverse DXF 格式 | Cutting blister card base with laser cutter | レーザーカッターで吊り下げ台座を切断使用雷射切割機切割吊卡泡殼底板,圖檔來自 Thingiverse DXF 格式 | Cutting blister card base with laser cutter | レーザーカッターで吊り下げ台座を切断

Step 2: Create the Mold Base

Use air-dry clay to fill the bottom of your figurine and shape it to create a release angle for demolding.

使用紙黏土製作吊卡泡殼模具 | Using clay to sculpt blister mold | 粘土でブリスター型を作成使用紙黏土製作吊卡泡殼模具 | Using clay to sculpt blister mold | 粘土でブリスター型を作成

Step 3: Vacuum Form the PET Blister

Place the PET sheet on FORMART and vacuum form over your clay mold. Let it cool and trim along the edges.

FORMART 真空成型機製作公仔包裝 | FORMART vacuum forming figurine blister | FORMARTでフィギュア用ブリスターを製作FORMART 真空成型機製作公仔包裝 | FORMART vacuum forming figurine blister | FORMARTでフィギュア用ブリスターを製作

Step 4: Fold & Assemble

Fold the blister in half, punch a hole, and secure it with an 8mm lock pin or UV adhesive for PET.

完成 DIY 吊卡泡殼,展示透明與封裝效果 | Finished DIY blister card | 完成した吊り下げブリスター完成 DIY 吊卡泡殼,展示透明與封裝效果 | Finished DIY blister card | 完成した吊り下げブリスター

🎥 Tutorial Video: Complete DIY Process

Watch the full process from laser cutting to vacuum forming in the updated video below:

💡 Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What thickness of PET should I use?
    We recommend 0.3–0.5mm for easy forming and cutting.
  • Q: What if I don’t have a hole punch?
    You can use PET-specific UV adhesive instead.
  • Q: Can I reuse the blister shell?
    Yes! If undamaged, just clean it and reuse.

🚀 Conclusion: Start Your Custom Packaging Journey

From design to packaging, FORMART helps you go mold-free. Download the template and start your own blister packaging project today!

🛒 Ready to Start Your Blister Card Project?

With FORMART, you can bring your packaging ideas to life—whether you're a creator, maker, or educator.

Get started with free templates and build your first mold-free blister pack today!

📂 Download DXF File

🛍️ Get FORMART Vacuum Former

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