HI all, it's Bridget here again.
This week I am up-cycling a box my new wallet came in, into a gift box.
Here is the finished product.
What you need:
A old box
Scrapbook paper ( I used American crafts)
Chipboard (I used scrapmatts)
Texture paste
Stencil
other embellies (I used paper flowers and a flair)
Helmar Decoupage glue
Helmar 450 Quick dry glue
To start with be sure your box is clean and dust free.
Then I lay the box on top of the scrapbook paper and used it as a guide to measure out where to cut the scrapbook paper to wrap around the box.
Once cut out use a brush (my children just did a art project so all my brushes have vanished and I was left with this one) and apply Helmar Decoupage Paste.
Be sure to spread the glue completely over the paper. (hopefully you have a bigger brush than what I used lol)
Place the box back on the paper and wrap the box. Take your time with the corners.
I like to then use the Helmar Decoupage glue as a top coat, it gives a lovely shine to the paper.
After this has dried, using a stencil add some texture paste.
Allow to dry.
I was going to paint my chipboard white, but decided I liked the natural look with this paper. Helmar 450 Quick dry Adhesive is perfect to add this to my box.
I also used Helmars 450 Quick Dry Adhesive to add my other embellishments.
Here is my finished gift box.
I filled mine with roses chocolates. I think its a lovely way to say "Thank you" and has much more meaning than just buying a box of chocolates from the shops. Also it is great for the environment, one less box in the recycling bin. Have you made anything out of a box headed for the recycling bin? I would love to see! Until next time, Happy crafting!
