Using a recycled box, create a piece of mixed-media art useful as a gift, to hold trinkets or send through the mail. Use of collage techniques is applied.
Transform an old box into a creative gift! This project is great for those rainy days when kids are bored and claim there’s nothing to do. It will teach them about recycling, using unusual items for art projects, designing and mixing up media. This project is also useful for those looking to give a unique gift or for those looking for unique packaging for an item.
Materials needed for this project:
- Cut the top flaps off the box and, if the box is apart, glue the bottom together.
- Wrap the decorative paper around the box as you woulod if you were gift wrapping a present. Use a generous amount of adhesive to attach the paper to the box. Fold the end papers to fit the inside of the box and affix them. Use a bone folder or the handles of the scissors to smooth out bubbles.
- Punch a hole in the “spine” of the box about an inch from the top.
- Add collage embellishments in random places all over the box.
- Affix the small envelope to the front of the box at an angle
- String the ribbon through the hole and the tag, tie the blank tag on to the box.
- Allow this project to dry completely before using.
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