Craft Project: Scissor and Paper Edger Holder

A holder made out of recycled cardboard for scissors or paper edgers.

I wanted a way to organize and store the specialty scissors used for trimming paper for scrap booking and other projects. I came up with the idea presented here.

Approximate Time: 1 to 2 hours

Supplies:

Recyclable corrugated cardboard
Cutting tools (craft knife, box cutter)
Band saw
Glue
Cardstock
Decorative elements

Instructions:

First, cut corrugated cardboard into 4x4 inch squares.

Use band saw if available, if not, use craft/box knife.

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Cut as many pieces as you need. My project required 3 pieces for each scissor, plus 2 end pieces.

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Glue pieces together with white glue. I added 4x4in. pieces of cardstock between every third piece as separators.

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Place end pieces on cube, then add weight to the cube and let dry for a few hours.

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Decorate the cube if desired, use colored paper, cloth, collage pictures from magazines, etc.

By Creativeman from Chatsworth CA

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By 05/11/2010

What a great idea. I'll bet you always know where your scissors are. I think I'll make one of those. Thanks for a good tip.

By 04/29/2010

Great organizer but I have one question.How do you find the one edger you need/want?

By 04/21/2010

Great idea! Maybe glue fabric remnants or decoupage pictures from magazines, etc. to dress it up the sides?

By 04/20/2010

Wonderful idea! I loose my scissors nearly eve other day. Now I'll be able to find them & they will stay sharp too! Instead of building a holder, I will put several pairs of scissors in with all the knives.