The Best Projects are Simple Projects

The Best Projects are Simple Projects

April 21st, 2010 @ 2:03 pm by Mrs. Dachshund
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Guys, I have a confession to make. I am sick of DIY projects. I still have a ton, but I am embracing the K.I.S.S. philosophy, for lack of time, if not for my own sanity. The other day I had to order some paper and envelopes from PaperSource, and I figured that I’d go ahead and order a few extra things since I was already paying for shipping.

Ever since I saw this card box, I’ve had my eyes on those cardboard suitcases from Paper Source. I loved the card box idea, and finally decided to order them. One more thing to check off the list, right? Right!

This card box was super easy. I ordered two suitcases, the large and the medium, cut the bottom out of the smaller one with a box cutter, and then traced that hole on the larger one and cut that out too. The holes definitely aren’t perfect, but no one’s going to see the inside! I taped the two suitcases together with a bunch of shipping tape until it was secure.

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After it was all taped, I cut a slit in the top. I drew the rectangle on with a Sharpie, and tried my hardest to make straight cuts.

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But alas, I’m terrible with a box cutter. The slot was all jagged, but nothing a little ribbon couldn’t fix! I threw a bow around it for a little added something. It adds security, too, I think!

I’m still debating whether or not this is big enough, though. As it is, it’s about 7 inches tall. I think it will be okay, but do you think I should add another tier?

What did you use for your card box?

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bohemianbailie (message) 980 posts, Busy bee

I am in love with these suitcase boxes and it is to perfect they match your invites perfect!!!

4/21/10 @ 2:06 pm (reply)

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Curlysue (message) 1,703 posts, Bumble bee

I think it’s big enough and I have to say that of all the gift boxes I’ve seen this is my favorite! It’s adorable And that stitching!!!

4/21/10 @ 2:07 pm (reply)

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peachesandtulips (message) 408 posts, Helper bee

Okay, I was looking for an excuse to buy those Paper Source suitcases!! I am totally making this. Thank you thank you thank you!

4/21/10 @ 2:08 pm (reply)

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Miss Hamster (message) 4,046 posts, Honey bee

Great job - I love how it ties in with your invitation colors so nicely! This is still on my to-do list and I’m starting to get a little nervous about it!

4/21/10 @ 2:11 pm (reply)

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Goldilocks1107 (message) 2,602 posts, Sugar bee

Love! What a great idea!

4/21/10 @ 2:12 pm (reply)

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alivoo01 (message) 2,625 posts, Sugar bee

That looks great and love the fact that the “unclean slot” was beautified with an awesome ribbon!!

4/21/10 @ 2:16 pm (reply)

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Gerbera (message) 4,481 posts, Honey bee

OMG! LOVE it!!! I was going to use those suitcases to house FG gifts. But hm…maybe I can use the red ones for card’box”!

4/21/10 @ 2:20 pm (reply)

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sunnydebs (message) 784 posts, Busy bee

I think it’s plenty large. And lovely!

4/21/10 @ 2:22 pm (reply)

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winter (message) 1,333 posts, Bumble bee

that is so cute! I wish I was that crafty! my dad just took a box and wrapped it in pink wrapping paper if you want to talk about easy peasy lol. And I definitely think that it is big enough.

4/21/10 @ 2:23 pm (reply)

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ablet (message) 176 posts, Blushing bee

Love it! I am going to copy this for sure!

4/21/10 @ 2:23 pm (reply)

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bridecat (message) 355 posts, Helper bee

Well done! Love the colors

4/21/10 @ 2:24 pm (reply)

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kaybee (message) 631 posts, Busy bee

I made a pinata that looked like a wedding cake! It was very time consuming but turned out great.

4/21/10 @ 2:26 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Lamb (message) 970 posts, Busy bee

Adorable!

4/21/10 @ 2:29 pm (reply)

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Miss Stripes (message) 1,063 posts, Bumble bee

So cute! And the ribbon around the card slot is pure genius! LOVE!

4/21/10 @ 2:31 pm (reply)

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Miss Sewing (message) 2,701 posts, Sugar bee

super cute! the stitching on the suit cases is so cute too!

4/21/10 @ 2:37 pm (reply)

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Mrs. French Bulldog (message) 7,730 posts, Bee Keeper

I love it with the red ribbon! TOO CUTE!

4/21/10 @ 2:39 pm (reply)

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Querida (message) 1,424 posts, Bumble bee

Great job! That’s too cute!

4/21/10 @ 2:40 pm (reply)

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Miss Dachshund (message) 689 posts, Busy bee

@kaybee: That does sound like a lot of work. I bet it looked awesome, though!

4/21/10 @ 2:42 pm (reply)

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Miss Trail Mix (message) 6,329 posts, Bee Keeper

This came out soooo good, your crafting skills are redonk!

4/21/10 @ 2:52 pm (reply)

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Ella1978 (message) 2,035 posts, Buzzing bee

Love this! I’d like to make a custom card box.. but only will if I’m out of things to do by the wedding. There is a simple white wooden wishing well at the hall. I can use it, and it’s free. It’s probably what we will go with, but I love yours!

4/21/10 @ 2:54 pm (reply)

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