Making a Paper Jewelry Box: Simple Guides To Follow
August 5, 2010 by admin
Filed under Jewelry Box Blog, Making a Paper Jewelry Box: Simple Guides To Follow
Jewelry box is known for the safekeeping of jewelries and accessories that we often use, it is also known for its elegance and design. However, not all people can afford to buy a jewelry box to keep their accessories. Sometimes it is impossible for some people to have one that they can buy, but this should not be an issue, if you can’t but one, then why not make one?
Making a paper jewelry box is something fun and easy to do. You won’t need to spend a lot of money and you can even use the stuff found in your house. All you need is your imagination and creativity to have a good outcome. You can do this for yourself or for a friend or special someone, making it more special because it has a personal touch.
In making a paper jewelry box you will need construction paper, small box, scissors, glue, buttons, lace, pelt paper, old magazines, and other stuff that you might want to add. You can use whatever material you want as long as it is available and easy to add on your jewelry box.
First, you will need a small box that will be your jewelry container. If none is available, you can make your own box by doing origami. It does not matter what size of the box you want to use as long as it can hold all you accessories in it. It would be better if the box is a little bit hard so it can last and withhold the weight of your jewelry pieces.
Next, use the scissor and cut magazine pictures, this will serve as the outer cover of your jewelry box. After that, use the glue to stick it to the box, use your fingers to press it against the box and to smooth out the magazine pieces. Make sure that you have covered all the outer spaces of the box.
Then start cutting and sticking the laces on the sides of the box to make it more presentable. It is important to take your time and not to hurry in making your paper jewelry box to have a good result. You can always try other options or materials of your choice, just be creative and do not be afraid on trying something else.
You can also add buttons and stick it on the corner of the box to add some details. After doing the outer part of your paper jewelry box, let it dry and hold it in place, then start doing the inner part. For the inner part, cut a piece of pelt paper and stick it inside the box to make it look neat.
Lastly, make a cover for your jewelry box and do the same procedure to complete the look. Now you are finished doing you personal paper jewelry box. You can now try to put your accessories inside it and keep it in a safe place. It is nice to do something that you can use.
Making a paper jewelry box is very easy to do; it can also be a fun thing to create while enhancing your skills and imagination. Not only will you enjoy, you will also have the benefit of having a jewelry box to home your jewelry pieces and accessories.