DIY Fabric Storage Boxes

I made these cute fabric covered storage boxes to go in my baby's nursery. 

As a first time mother, I am slightly overwhelmed by the amount of "things" babies seem to need. I am also not the most organized person. My goal is to make it easier on myself by having boxes to grab some things out of instead of having to dig in a drawer. 

To make these you need:
- cardboard boxes
- 2 types of fabric
- white glue
- scissors
- brushes

Step 1:

I used three matching boxes that I had on hand.   (These happen to be from Swanson Vitamins where I regularly order my supplements from.) I cut out the handles, cut off the top flaps, and cut three pieces of cardboard from a separate box to glue on the bottom (inside).

Comments

[angelfoley]

Love it--especially with the cat!--Looks just like mine. I have boxes that held 10 reams of paper--will give it a try!

[DeanAshby]

I love how simple cardboard boxes can be turn into storage boxes of art! You certainly have a flair for the handicraft. The best thing about this idea is how cheap and eco-friendly it is! You have given me a great idea to decorate my home office. I have loads of files that definitely need some good storage and I hate the idea of generic (and ugly) plastic boxes. Thank you so much!

[DeanAshby]

Thank you for the tips and for showing us how to do it step by step. I have used colorful fabric to match the rooms where these storage boxes would go. I have also used some slip-resistant material at the bottom to keep the boxes from slipping, since some of these are used for storage of delicate items. I don’t want someone to push it accidentally, and the items inside get scratches or broken. Great job for teaching us this in just easy and simple steps.

[kirnex]

They turned out great! The fabric is awesome, too. Thanks for sharing.

[ellajane]

This is incredible! How creative! I think this idea would make a great gift for my sister. There are some fabric stores in Philadelphia that I have been meaning to look at for another project I'm working on but I will definitely look for some matching fabric for this project. Is there a specific fabric you have found that works the best? Thanks for the instructions!

[laxcatcreations]

Thank you! Mine have proven to be very useful, I'm sure they would make a great gift. I found that the thinner material works best. The felt/ fleece type thing that I used on the inside worked but I had to use straight glue and I had to use quite a bit.

[rwntylr]

I can't wait to do this! I will make an extra for a cat trap, too. :)

[dmccomb]

Gorgeous boxes! (and gorgeous cat!)

I just happen to be accumulating some good sized boxes, and was wondering what to do with them. I think I see a trip to the fabric store in my future.