Bet you don’t know what one of the most versatile, free and accessible craft supplies is, and you probably have it sitting at home right now…Well, maybe you know if you read the title of this post, but I sure did not realize how cool cardboard was for crafting until very recently when I started seeing all the cool cardboard crafts and even furniture!
DIY Ideas With Cardboard
4. DIY Decoupage Cardboard Trays
Looking up for new ways to recycle cardboard boxes into DIY craft projects? With this tutorial from Karen Kavett, you will learn how to use cardboard to make hexagon trays, that are decoupaged with napkins to give them a beautiful design. They turned out super pretty and would also make for the perfect handmade gift idea.
5. Cute Storage Boxes From Old Boxes
This is such a cute and imaginative way to recycle diaper boxes. If you have a ton of sweaters, you can save a little bit of money and reuse and recycle what you already have into some super cute storage! With this DIY idea, you will definitely bring out the organization junkie in you.
6. DIY Cat Scratching Post
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Having three cats in the house, a scratch post is definitely a must-have for me. But they often cost a lot so when I found out this DIY Cat Scratching Post from cardboard tutorial from Maison Kuotidien, I was really ecstatic. Now, it’s on my craft list!
8. DIY Cardboard Pie Box
This DIY Cardboard Pie Box is such a unique way to store pie. It would be perfect for bringing your pies to your dinner plans or for sending your guests off with leftovers. The instruction are easy enough to follow so you can start recycling your cardboard boxes in no time.
9. DIY Cardboard Box Lap Tray
DIY Cardboard Box Lap Tray from A Centsible Life is a perfect craft for summer break. With this ingenious idea, you can easily transform a medium sized box into a cute lap desk for use on the bed or floor. Follow along with the complete instructions and start crafting this DIY together with your kids.
10. DIY Cardboard Owls
these crafts can be made with items that you already have in your home, and they’ll leave you feeling proud of the incredible decorations you’ve created with stuff that may otherwise just be wasting space or be dumped in the garbage. Watch how Stephanie Bergeron, with Deliberately Creative, makes these little darlings in her step by step tutorial!
11. DIY Pin Board
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Do you love diy ideas cardboard? This diy pin board idea is exactly the kind of thing I go looking for. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the pin board. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. We’ve got the complete tutorial for you right at the link.
12. DIY Belt Strap Bins
I am a big fan of fun crafts, and this diy belt strap bins idea is one of my favorites. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Ironandtwine at the link.
13. Vintage Kitty Camper Out Of Cardboard Boxes
This vintage kitty camper out of cardboard boxes idea is simple, quick, and exactly a clear how-to I keep coming back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Cuteness to see every step.
14. Rope Basket From Cardboard Box
Why not try an easy tutorial the easy way? This rope basket from cardboard box idea makes it simple. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Elizabethjoandesigns for the complete recipe.
15. Cardboard Viking Helmet With Horns
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Cardboard Viking Helmet With Horns – yes please. This one delivers on handmade goods without any fuss. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. The complete step by step version is linked above.
17. Make Drawer Dividers
Whether it is a weeknight or a get-together, this make drawer dividers idea fits right in if you love craft ideas. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Thekrazycouponlady at the link.
18. DIY Cardboard Pom Pom Maker
Give this diy cardboard pom pom maker idea a try the next time you want DIY projects. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Thecrafttrain to see every step.
19. DIY Cardboard Table
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This diy cardboard table idea nails easy crafts, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the cardboard table. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Try it yourself with our full recipe tutorial.
20. DIY Cardboard Pendant Light
My family always asks for step by step instructions like this, and this diy cardboard pendant light idea is one we keep making. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out 3’s full tutorial for all the details.
21. DIY Cardboard Easel
Ever crave a fun DIY? This diy cardboard easel idea is the one I keep going back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Artbarblog has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
22. Hanging File Boxes Repurposed from Cardboard Crates
I have always loved fun crafts, and this hanging file boxes repurposed from cardboard crates idea is a great example why. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. You can grab the whole recipe from Smallfryandco at the link.
24. Black Cardboard Swallow
Why make it complicated? This black cardboard swallow idea keeps an easy tutorial simple. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the black cardboard swallow. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Head over to Krokotak for the complete recipe.
25. DIY Cardboard Letter with Découpage
DIY Cardboard Letter with Découpage? Sign me up. This is handmade goods done right. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Check out Attentiontobalance’s full tutorial for all the details.
28. Collapsible Cardboard Tent
Try this collapsible cardboard tent idea next time you’re after a clear how-to. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Handmadecharlotte to see every step.
29. DIY Cardboard Cat House
Happinessishomemade really knows an easy tutorial, and this diy cardboard cat house idea shows it. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Happinessishomemade for the complete recipe.
30. Prevent Overspray With Cardboard
Around here, this prevent overspray with cardboard idea disappears fast whenever I make handmade goods. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Check out Thekrazycouponlady’s full tutorial for all the details.
31. Recycle Cardboard Boxes into Pretty Storage Boxes with Editable Labels
Looking for a fun DIY that actually works? This recycle cardboard boxes into pretty storage boxes with editable labels idea is it. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Catchmyparty has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
32. Custom Magazine Files
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I will admit it, I am obsessed with fun crafts, and this custom magazine files idea proves it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the custom magazine files. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Our full tutorial walks you through every step.
34. Cardboard Skeeball
No need to overthink a fun DIY – this cardboard skeeball idea is refreshingly simple. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Mybeaubaby for the complete recipe.
