Who doesn't like being surrounded beautiful things that please the eye, create mood and comfort? If there is a woman in the house (and not one!), the warehouse is actively replenished with cute trinkets, for children and adults, for which you need to look for a secluded place.

A little patience and imagination - and you can make an exclusive box yourself. And even if it differs from those donated from the store, nevertheless, it will compete with them, because in handmade- a piece of your soul and the embodiment of individuality.

Shoe boxes, glasses and teapots are scattered throughout the house. Like rubbish, but it's a pity to throw it away. How to turn old boxes into fashionable boxes, the master class "Do-it-yourself jewelry box out of the box" will tell.

Our version of the box has different levels of difficulty. The easiest way is to take big box from under the shoes, paste over it according to the above scheme with a material dear to the heart (even with beautiful wallpaper) and limit yourself to this. If the box is white (you can also paint it) or without a picture, you can paste over it with pictures cut out from magazines (it’s good if the scissors are curly, or you can carefully tear off the picture) and put commemorative tickets, booklets and everything that is dear to your heart after a vacation or some event. This box is perfect for needlework or first aid kit. You can make inserts from another box to make it easier to find the right little thing, and jewelry is better preserved in such pockets. Well, if inspiration also tells you options for decorating the box, feel free to bring them to life. We offer a do-it-yourself casket master class with shoe box decoration.

Jewelry box out of the box

Tools and materials

Step-by-step instruction

We prepare the basis

Sewing the inside first

Jewelry mounts

You can stop at this stage of the do-it-yourself jewelry box master class and store all the treasures there together. For those who love the German order, we will make fastenings. In one tray we glue sponges, from which we first carefully remove the hard base. We apply glue to the bottom of the tray and glue the sponges. You can’t press it hard - the sponge soaked in glue becomes stiff, looks unaesthetic and sticks worse.

In the second tray we glue the "accordion" for decorations, for which we cut out a rectangle from cardboard, paste it over with a cloth and fix the partitions. Since the junction of the "accordion" with the liner is small, it is better to fix it with superglue so that it immediately sticks. Hold the edge until completely dry. You can make partitions over the entire area, you can leave part of it free. The grooves can be shaped into a cylinder during the drying process for easy storage of rings.

On the lid of the box of braid, you can make holders for hairpins, invisible. We measure out two strips of braid of the same length, slightly more than the length of the box. On the lid we make slots along the edges and insert the braid there. We stretch the ends to the top of the lid and fix with glue.
The same braid can be attached to the folding side of the box. It is convenient to work with a stapler here.

The most crucial moment is the lining of the top of the box

Box of postcards

This do-it-yourself master class of caskets from postcards is probably familiar to everyone, “who cares ...” - which of the Soviet girls did not sew original caskets from postcards for all sorts of little things? Now postcards have replaced virtual messages, so if you can’t find material to work with from old postcards, you can pick up suitable pictures on the Internet, print them out and stick them on cardboard. You can also buy modern postcards. Such a box can be made with children - it is accessible and interesting.

Tools and materials

• old postcards of a suitable theme;
• a needle with a large eye;
• embroidery threads.

Step-by-step instruction

One more original version do-it-yourself caskets master class on the video “Casket from the book”.

Proper and convenient storage of jewelry is an important matter. Of course, all chains, bracelets, rings and earrings can be placed in a large jewelry box and taken out as needed. True, this is terribly inconvenient, because they all cling to each other, get confused. And some even manage to get lost among others so that after six months their owner rejoices at the jewelry, as if she saw it for the first time.

So isn't it better to keep accessories close at hand and in plain sight? Very convenient for such purposes, you can do it yourself. As a basis, you can take any box or even your usual box-chest. But we will make the separators ourselves. To do this, we need an old towel and a piece of pretty fabric (you can use an unnecessary neckerchief, velvet will also look great).

How to make a box?

Cut the towel into pieces. Their width should correspond to the width of the base. We twist the pieces of towel into tubes, as shown in the photo. If they do not hold well, you can additionally fasten them with a thread. We put the resulting tubes in a box and cover beautiful cloth(by the way, you can use not a fabric, but a dense corrugated paper or any other thin and durable material). Now it remains only to put the separators. You can use wire or wooden skewers (it all depends on what kind of material you have chosen as a coating.

Even for those women who do not like jewelry and jewelry, on the dressing tables you can find one or two caskets. And what about those who cannot live without rings and bracelets! In this article we will tell you how to make jewelry boxes with your own hands.

Caskets, boxes, jars - all this is designed to store such trifles dear to the ladies' heart. Moreover, you can decorate the boxes in a variety of ways.

We offer our view on the decoration of boxes.

3. Little fashionistas will love this wooden box with fly agaric on the lid. In addition, it will be easy for small hands to open such a box - just pull one of the fly agarics. (idea )

4. In modern stores, you can often find blanks - boxes that can only be decorated. You can give such a blank the look of an old box using the “shabby chic” technique. (MK )

5. crochet the box will look very gentle on the dressing table, and also suitable as a gift. (original idea )

6. At first glance, this box is the creation of a skilled woodcarver, but in fact, it is all made of paper.( )

7. Rope box will be appropriate in a minimalist interior. But you can store in it chic jewelry. (MK )

8. The mistress of the copper mountain would certainly envy the placers of gems on your jewelry box. The fact that the gems are artificial can not be recognized. (The idea fromsite )

9. As children, we all enjoyed making mini-boxes from matchboxes. Remembering this fun, you can glue a chest of drawers for storing jewelry or handicraft supplies. ( )

10. The trihedral box made of unpolished glass itself looks like a jewel, especially when the rays of the sun hit the edges. (Master Class )

11. Kirigami is a type of origami that allows you to use scissors. With this technique, you can make beautiful storage chests.(idea )

12. Cardboard box combined with burlap? Why not. After all, the result is a very nice box. (MK )

13. If you do not recognize small forms, then try to make your box using a large box or container as a basis. For example, a jar of mayonnaise. You can decorate it with vinyl wallpaper and hemp twine.( )

14. If someone smiles at the fact that they see a doll on your bedside table, do not pay attention. After all, this is not just a doll, but a box!Master Class )

15. Even a plastic container can be given a glamorous look! It is enough to cover it with satin and decorate with beads, beads, artificial flowers. ( )

Currently, the decoupage of the box is gaining more and more fans, which is not surprising. After all decoupage not only allows you to express your Creative skills with their own hands, but also to receive interesting thing. There were even related books on sale. What is decoupage? This is a special technique with which you can transfer any image to the surface. In this article, we will consider the decoupage technique for the jewelry box.

Necessary tools for decoupage boxes

The technique of decoupage of the box involves the use of the following items:

• box blank (you can use a blank purchased at a specialized store);
• napkins for decoupage technique;
• sandpaper;
• PVA glue;
• decoupage glue;
• acrylic paints;
• sponge;
• brushes;
• screwdriver;
• adhesive tape or tape;
• various decorative elements;
• acrylic primer.

Decoupage technique

So, having collected the right tools Let's get straight to the art. Perhaps the most ideal material for decoupage is wood. At the same time, in this technique, you can process both the tea box and the plastic surface with your own hands. Whatever material you choose, in any case, the box must first be prepared. To do this, we process the surface of the box with sandpaper.

Then the workpiece can be primed with acrylic primer.

Metal elements are best removed with a screwdriver. The next step is toning the workpiece. To do this, paint over the box with acrylic paint.

The next step is directly transferring the pattern to the surface of the workpiece. Such transfer pictures can be purchased at a specialized store. To do this, we separate with our own hands the top layer of the decoupage napkin, on which the pattern is applied. We tear out the elements of the picture with our hands. Having placed the napkin on the desired field of the box, we apply decoupage glue.

Leave until completely dry. From above we apply varnish in several layers. The next step is to decorate the box with your own hands.

First, we return all the elements removed at the first stage of work. The decoration of the box depends solely on the style chosen for decoupage. In addition, the product can be ennobled using the craquelure technique.

To better understand the sequence of actions, watch the video at the end of the article.

Ideas for decoupage boxes

Decoupage of the box is a creative activity, so even if you are guided by clear instructions, you will get an original little thing. Let's consider the main ideas that are used when decoupage boxes. Among the most popular:

1. vintage;

Today, decoupage of the jewelry box is very popular among connoisseurs of beauty. And this is not surprising. With the help of such art, you can express your creative abilities, and as a result, acquire a valuable and exclusive thing. What is decoupage? This is a unique technique that allows you to draw a picture on different surface . As a working material, not only the box, but also a book and other items can be used. Today we will look at how to convert an old jewelry box.

Necessary tools and materials (MK)

To apply an image to a product, you must have the following materials:

• special napkins for decoupage;
• sandpaper;
• decoupage glue;
• wax candle;
• adhesive tape and various elements for decoration;
• screwdriver.

The exact list of tools and materials depends on what technique will be used to apply the drawing.. It should be borne in mind that before decorating, it is necessary to prepare the surface. Below we propose to consider detailed wizard class for decorating a box with your own hands in the decoupage style.

Decoupage technique

Having everything necessary materials and tools, you can proceed directly to creative activity. It is worth noting that wood is considered the best option for decoupage.. If desired, a book or plastic product can be used.

Stages of decoupage execution of a wooden box:

1. First you need to prepare the surface of the box. If we are talking about things made of wood, then the base should be carefully processed with sandpaper. High-quality surface preparation will be the key to successful decoration of the box. This is especially true for old products.

2. If the object has metal decorative elements, then it is better to remove them for a while. You can solve this issue with a screwdriver or other improvised tools. When the surface is prepared, you can begin to tint it. Here we are talking about painting it completely with acrylic paints.

3. At this stage, the selected pattern is transferred to the surface. Ready-made drawings can be purchased in special stores. The part with the image on it is carefully separated from the napkin.

4. Elements of the pattern are carefully applied to the prepared surface. Selected places on the product are processed with decoupage glue. After that, you will need to wait until the glue is completely dry.

5. At this stage, the thing is varnished several times. When the surface is completely dry, you can proceed to the direct decoration. To begin with, the old decorative elements are fixed in place. At the same time, they take into account in what style the product itself will be designed. In some cases, a rational solution would be to change or completely remove certain decorative elements.

It is necessary to take into account in what style the product itself will be designed. Decoupage of a wooden box provides for its decoration, up to the change of all decorative elements and accessories.

On video: Decoupage boxes with antique scuffs

Decoupage in different styles

Decoupage for beginners is a creative activity. Even the use of instructions does not deprive the product of originality. After such a technique, the box or book will become original in its own way. Before proceeding with the conversion of the product, it is worth considering all the available options.

Registration can be carried out in different styles:

• vintage;
• provence;
• shabby chic.

The most common option is decoupage in the style vintage . With the help of certain tricks, the box can be somewhat aged. To achieve maximum effect, experts recommend using the craquelure technique.. The effect of aging is created using paint, which is applied directly to the prepared surface. To start using dark colors, and lighter tones are applied on top of them.

Decoupage boxes in vintage style

Stages of decoupage in vintage style:

1. The first coat can be applied with brown paint, then wait for the surface to dry.

2. A second coat of paint is applied, only a lighter shade. The best option is white, light gray and beige.

3. When the paint dries, the places are lightly rubbed with sandpaper. Processing is carried out until the bottom layer of paint comes out.

3. At the final stage, the product is decorated. The best option here will become retro pictures, roses and other patterns. For decoration, the craquelure technique is also often used. Such a decoupage box will become original decoration for any interior space.

No less popular is decoupage in style. provence. Work is performed in the same sequence. Of course, there are some peculiarities here. For decoration use drawings of flowers or rustic motifs. It is rational to use paint of bed shades. The aging effect is also relevant here. Using the craquelure technique, you can create the appearance of cracking in the pattern.

Decoupage boxes in Provence style

Provence style is ideal for transforming a round box.

Jewelry box in style shabby chic decorated in almost the same way as in previous techniques. Characteristic features are bed tones, vintage pictures, images of flowers, twigs and other "delicate" details. Shabby chic is used for decoration various items regardless of their shape and size. This is especially true for products made in the form of a book.

Decoupage in shabby chic technique and using printouts (2 videos)

Interesting ideas for decoupage boxes (41 photos)