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Handmade Gift: A Box Of Memories

Create a personalised gift box for your friend, husband, parents or siblings

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/handmade-gift-a-box-of-memories • Posted by Cassiefairy

An easy upcycling project to turn a box and some wallpaper into a lovely handmade gift, packed full of memories.

You will need

Project Budget
Almost Nothing

Time

1 h 00

Difficulty

Nice & Simple
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Description

An easy upcycling project to turn a box and some wallpaper into a lovely handmade gift, packed full of memories.

Instructions

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    Cut a length of wrapping paper, offcut of wallpaper or a piece of fabric to fit around the old cardboard box you plan to use.

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    Cover the old box in double-sided sticky tape.

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    Peel the backing off the double-sided sticky tape and press the wallpaper/wrapping paper onto each side of the box.

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    Make a cut at each corner and tuck the excess paper inside the edges of the box.

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    Fold the ends in to a point, as if you're wrapping a present. Use double sided tape to stick this to the side of the box.

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    Use more double-sided sticky tape to secure the loose edges inside the box.

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    Write the word 'memories' or another message onto paper and use double-sided sticky tape to glue the banner to the lid of the box.

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    Fill with memories (photos, notes, tickets etc), sweets and small treats or gifts.

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    Wrap a ribbon around the box twice and tie into a beautiful bow.