Have you ever heard the saying, "Life is short, buy the shoes?" It's a sentiment most men and women alike can get on board with, because honestly, who doesn't love a new pair of shoes? It's even better when you can find endless projects for the shoeboxes those new beauties come in.
It doesn't matter if you have one pair of shoes or many. Most people can probably agree that they don't have room for shoeboxes in their closet. These DIY projects are excellent for clearing up closet space and putting the boxes to good use. Think outside the box with some of these — just don't throw it away. You'll need it!
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How to make a paper towel roll holder from a shoebox
Knock two items off your to-do list with this simple DIY. Clean your closet and organize your kitchen all in one day! All you need is a few supplies you probably already have, including an unused shoebox. This fun project is a practical way to clear up needed space in two super important rooms in your home, all while letting your creative juices flow. Get the tutorial here.
Knock two items off your to-do list with this simple DIY. Clean your closet and organize your kitchen all in one day! All you need is a few supplies you probably already have, including an unused shoebox. This fun project is a practical way to clear up needed space in two super important rooms in your home, all while letting your creative juices flow. Get the tutorial here.
Card organizer
Whether you're a self-proclaimed sap or a creative maven, this project is for you. Clean up those cards you have lying around — ones you've received and ones you're waiting to use — with this simple DIY. The options for the craft are endless, but to keep it basic, all you'll need is a shoebox, a piece of scrapbooking paper, a hot glue gun and scissors. Organize your office space or craft room in a matter of stylish minutes.
Whether you're a self-proclaimed sap or a creative maven, this project is for you. Clean up those cards you have lying around — ones you've received and ones you're waiting to use — with this simple DIY. The options for the craft are endless, but to keep it basic, all you'll need is a shoebox, a piece of scrapbooking paper, a hot glue gun and scissors. Organize your office space or craft room in a matter of stylish minutes.
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Planter
Everyone loves brightening up a room with flowers. Feel even more accomplished with your latest centerpiece when you create the planter yourself. Quickly transform an old shoebox with a ball of yarn, and your flowerpot is ready to go.
Everyone loves brightening up a room with flowers. Feel even more accomplished with your latest centerpiece when you create the planter yourself. Quickly transform an old shoebox with a ball of yarn, and your flowerpot is ready to go.
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How to make an underwater play set from a shoe box
Sometimes keeping the kiddos happy is more difficult than it seems. Spend an afternoon giggling with them as their creative sides run wild in making this family-fun DIY. Simple crafts will get the job done, including Popsicle sticks and a few other things you might just find lying around the playroom. This project is sure to be bubbles of fun. Get the tutorial here.
Sometimes keeping the kiddos happy is more difficult than it seems. Spend an afternoon giggling with them as their creative sides run wild in making this family-fun DIY. Simple crafts will get the job done, including Popsicle sticks and a few other things you might just find lying around the playroom. This project is sure to be bubbles of fun. Get the tutorial here.
Bathroom caddy
Clear up unwanted clutter on your bathroom sink or vanity by adding a custom tray. Pick some scrapbooking paper to cover the outside of an old shoebox, and add your essentials. Keep it clean and classy, and don't overcrowd the box. Instead, opt for the things that you need to have on hand and easily within reach, like Q-tips, cotton balls and toilet paper.
Clear up unwanted clutter on your bathroom sink or vanity by adding a custom tray. Pick some scrapbooking paper to cover the outside of an old shoebox, and add your essentials. Keep it clean and classy, and don't overcrowd the box. Instead, opt for the things that you need to have on hand and easily within reach, like Q-tips, cotton balls and toilet paper.
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Sewing kit
Crafters, rejoice! This project not only allows you to be crafty, but it helps tidy up your space, so you can stay organized and on top of your game. Use an old shoebox as your blank slate, and then decorate it however you want. Fill the box with your sewing essentials, and keep it in a spot where you'll always be able to find it exactly when you need it.
Crafters, rejoice! This project not only allows you to be crafty, but it helps tidy up your space, so you can stay organized and on top of your game. Use an old shoebox as your blank slate, and then decorate it however you want. Fill the box with your sewing essentials, and keep it in a spot where you'll always be able to find it exactly when you need it.
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Jewelry box
Create a safe space to protect your most precious jewels and baubles. Every girl needs a jewelry box, and what makes this one extra special is the time
and love you’ll put into creating your own. Showcase your favorite pieces of jewelry in a designer box designed for the queen that you are. Get the tutorial here.
Create a safe space to protect your most precious jewels and baubles. Every girl needs a jewelry box, and what makes this one extra special is the time
and love you’ll put into creating your own. Showcase your favorite pieces of jewelry in a designer box designed for the queen that you are. Get the tutorial here.
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