Cereal Box Tote

Recycle your cereal boxes into something useful.

Crafting Time: 30 - 45 minutes

What You Need:

• empty cereal box - The sample is made from a box saved from instant oatmeal.
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• additional cardboard, such as from the back of a pad
• scissors
• gift wrap paper
• cellophane tape
• paper punch
• brass paper fasteners

Directions:

1. Cut the top off the box. If you use a larger box and would like to cut off one side instead, just be sure to tape the top closed first.
2. Cut four, 1 x 12" strips from cardboard (you can also use poster board) for the handles.
3. Wrap the box and the handle strips in gift wrap. You can also use brown craft paper, possibly old wall paper. Secure the paper with tape.
4. Punch a hole in both ends of each handle strip. Punch two holes in each side of the box, near the top. Use brass paper fasteners to attach the handles to the box.
5. Use the box to store collections of sea shells, toy cars, etc. You can also carry what you need to a friend's for a sleepover, or use it as a gift "bag".
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By Marie E. Cecchini from West Dundee, IL