Upcycled Birthday Box

How often do you turn ‘trash into treasure?’ Do you see a shipping box and think, I can use this! I’ve got a great idea for an easy wrapping idea – an upcycled box! Don’t throw away that box if you know you can send it to someone. Let me show you how!

First, choose a color scheme for your box. I’ve selected Basis Light Blue, Basis Soft Pink, and Lessebo Sweet Mint. Cut the 8.5″ x 11″ sheets into strips. For my box, I was able to measure 5 strips across by cutting them at a little over 2″ in width, but measure to your box to be certain.

Alternate the strips across the lid of the box and adhere. Use the remaining paper to cover the outer edges according to the measurement of your upcycled box.

Next, cut alphabet letters with die cuts in Lessebo Moss Green. Attach them to the bottom of each strip. I’ve created a birthday box so I’m spelling out the word happy. Alternatively, you can spell a name or the word MERRY for the holidays, CHEER for a care package, etc.

Cut a sentiment to pair with your word as you desire. I’m using Classic Crest Solar White and Lessebo Pitch Black for the word birthday. Adhere this over the large letters with a foam cut out.

Now it’s time to create some rosettes. I’ve used a special die cut for these but you can also fold an extra strip of paper at .25″ like an accordion. Fold back and forth and glue the ends together.

Tuck the middle down and adhere a die cut circle to the inside. Glue with a quick drying adhesive like hot glue to hold it together. Repeat the process with as many paper strips as you need.

From there, add an additional die cut circle to the centers in alternating colors. Additionally, add gems or other flair depending on your recipients style. Then attach to the box where you want – I went with the upper left corner, like a bow.

You are finished! Another option is to decorate the inside of your box like a care package. What a great way to recycle a “good box.” In addition, it’s a fast way to accomplish wrapping for birthdays and holidays.

How would you decorate yours? Let me know in the comments, then check out the CutCardStock website for even more color options! And thanks for joining me today!