How to Refill a Musical Paper Music Box

Quick answer

Refilling your musical paper music box is easy: replace the used paper strip with a fresh sheet from Kikkerland's Refill Musical Box Paper 5 Pcs, then punch your own melody holes following the grid.

Steps to Refill Your Musical Paper Music Box

1. Gather Your Materials: Collect a fresh refill sheet from the pack, your music box set, and the hole punch tool. Make sure the sheet is clean and flat. Check that the sheet is not torn or wrinkled before starting.
2. Remove the Old Paper: Open the music box compartment and carefully slide out the used paper strip. Discard it or keep it as a reference. Take note of the direction the paper was inserted (arrow or note marks) to avoid inserting the new sheet backwards.
3. Insert the New Refill Sheet: Align the new sheet with the guide marks in the compartment. Slide it in until it stops, ensuring it lies flat against the comb. If the paper bunches up, it may be misaligned. Remove and reinsert slowly.
4. Punch Your Melody: Using the hole punch tool, press holes into the grid positions that correspond to the notes you want. Follow a pre-designed pattern or create your own. Punch firmly but gently to avoid tearing the paper. Test a few notes before committing to a full melody.
5. Test and Adjust: Wind the music box and let it play. Listen for missing notes or skipped sections. Add or adjust holes as needed. If a note doesn't sound, check that the hole is fully punched through and aligned with the comb.

Product Facts

• Refill Musical Box Paper 5 Pcs: Includes 5 refill sheets compatible with Kikkerland's Make Your Own Mechanical Music Box Set. Each sheet lets you create a new melody, so you can reuse your music box many times without buying a new one.