9 DIY Items That Can Be Made Out of Cardboard

Got a pile of shipping boxes in the storeroom? Do not throw them, or you will miss the fun! Back in the day, when cardboard was invented, the sole purpose of these boxes was to package and secure the shipping of goods. However, with emerging talent, artists and hobbyists recycle these boxes and give them a new life by crafting and arts.

Cardboard DIY has been loved by everyone, from children to the elderly. Whether it’s a college project or summer vacation fun time, keep reading and discover some cool and exceptional ways you can kill boredom and go creative!

Secure Shipping Boxes

These goodly cardboard boxes are gods of protection when it comes to shipping. Whether you're shifting from one place to another or travelling to another country, these boxes are sturdy, shock-proof and can adjust to tide shipping. You can create your own shipping boxes from a pile of cardboard boxes by measuring and cutting a large piece of cardboard, then folding the sides into a box shape. Finally, secure them with glue or tape. You will need a box cutter, scissors, a ruler and a marker. Sound fun?

Custom Cardboard Boxes for Branding

Are you the owner of a small business? Then, cardboard boxes are here to rescue. Businesses have shifted to custom cardboard boxes for both branding and protection. These boxes are highly customizable; you can print them to your liking, from exceptional designs to finishes that give a premium look, all while staying within budget. 

You can customise these boxes at home by using various methods, including hand-printing, using stencils with paint or markers, or using an electric branding iron for a stamped effect. Or you can customise boxes from any online packaging business.

Kids DIY Toys

To kill the boredom of vacations, cardboard crafts are a creative and fun way for kids. You will need basic tools like child-safe scissors, glue, colours, and a marker for decorating and of course, that cardboard from the storage room.

Launch a Rocket: Land straight to space without any gadgets, just with your handcrafted cardboard space ship. To assemble this, glue or tape the 2 boxes together using the overlapping flaps and then join the top and bottom boxes together. Ensure that the sides are taped together to form a box-like shape. Cut two rocket boosters from cardboard and attach them to the sides of your rocket, and your rocket is ready to launch.

 You can craft other toys like a cardboard marble run, a dollhouse, and shapes like an ice cream cone, a butterfly, make wings, costumes and other creative and fun things.

Google Cardboard Goggles

Google Cardboard goggles put virtual reality into your smartphone. These goggles are as close as you can get to being teleported to the photos or videos. To make a DIY Google Cardboard VR, you’ll need a template to cut corrugated cardboard into two bi-convex lenses with a 45mm focal length. Also, materials like magnets, velcro, and a rubber band. 

After cutting and folding the cardboard, you’ll insert the lenses into the designated holes and assemble the structure. Finally, add the velcro, magnets and rubber band for closure and phone security before inserting your phone and downloading a VR app and enjoy!

Cardboard Partition for Privacy

Do you live with an open floor and want to mark your territory? But low on budget? Then opt for a cardboard door instead of those expensive, generic panel room dividers. You can make a freestanding, sturdy and flexible door at home by using cardboard.

Berlin Boombox

This old school boombox was invented by Berlin-based designer & illustrator Axel Pfaender. He mixes modern technology and ’90s aesthetics, featuring a minimalist graphic design in black and white, making them more eye-catching. Building one from starch might feel challenging, but if you have items such as cardboard, speakers, an amplifier board, a power source and a little tech knowledge, then your own Berlin boombox is ready!

Mobile, iPad Stand

Netflix and chill can get disturbed when your hands get tired from holding an iPad and phones for so long. That’s where cardboard comes in handy. To make it, cut a piece of cardboard into a rectangle and fold it into a stable base, then cut two interlocking pieces wth slits that slot together. 

Jewellery Box

Create your jewellery box out of cardboard for free. To make a box, get your cardboard, scissors, and tape or glue, then cut the cardboard into specific shapes, attach the lids, and secure them together with glue. You can also add foam and cotton inside the boxes to ensure the jewellery's safety. Using cardboard for jewellery boxes is a clever way to avoid cost; it still gives full protection to jewellery from dust and dirt.

Home Decoration WIth Cardboard

Are you tired of seeing the same blank wall every day? Then pull out your shipping boxes and start giving your living room the life it deserves! With cardboard boxes that come in every house because of their need for shipping your product, you can craft picture frames, wall hangings, flowers, lampshades, and seasonal decorations like Christmas. You can make items like a tree, and for Halloween, a spooky village.

Conclusion

Take out some time to praise and give a new life to these goodly cardboxes, because the cardboard journey isn’t over here, and who knows, you will find a new hobby and talent through cardboard crafting. These boxes are your go-to solution for having fun on vacations and learning new things.