Crafting With Empty Food Boxes

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In any home, it's likely that a pile of food boxes accumulates in an instant.

 

Cereal, pasta, cookies...name it! I usually collapse my boxes and stack them in a paper bag before they head off to the recycling bin. But I look at them longingly and think, "Is there a way I can give you guys new life?" And often, the answer is a resounding YES!

Here are some examples on how I transformed empty food boxes from "blah to TADA!":

This is a stationery caddy made from three identical food boxes. I cut each box in graduating heights, covered them in wrapping paper, and glued them together. It's a tidy way to keep greeting cards and envelopes within arm's reach...TADA!

This is a gift bag made out of an empty macaroni box. I wrapped it in scrapbook paper, used ribbon as handles, tucked the gift inside the tissue, and made a matching card. No need for a box, because this is sturdy on its own...TADA! 

I also use empty food boxes to neatly store ribbon. I trim the boxes in uniform sizes and wrap the ribbon around the box and secure the ends with tape. This will make them easier to store and keeps the ribbon in good condition until they're ready to be re-used...TADA!

With the help of some pretty scrapbook paper, I'm turning more empty food boxes from blah to TADA! 

I glued the scrapbook paper on the boxes to disguise the labels, then I cut them down to size. I completed the look with stamped prints and embellishments. 

Look at the charming postcards that I created:

This are just some of the ways I turn empty food boxes from "blah to TADA!" I hope it inspires you to recycle and repurpose the ones you find in your home.

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