If you're like me and love receiving monthly subscription boxes full of treats {whether beauty, food, crafts, etc...} then you probably have a stockpile going of leftover boxes that are taking up space. I know that with Birchbox, they have really stepped up their game in the "pretty" box department. I mean, look at all the colorful, neat designs they've been using over the last few months. And with so many boxes collecting, I knew I needed to start putting these pretty boxes to good use {I could never throw them out!}
With that said, here are some crafty ideas on what you can use subscription boxes for... even the plain brown ones!
- Stock cardboard
- Greeting cards
- Wall hangings
- Storage boxes
- Book ends
- Art display
- Gift boxes
For stock cardboard for crafting and other card related art, just cut the box up into different shapes.
For a unique take on a greeting card, just create and print out a message and glue on the box.
For wall hangings, I found some pretty neat little quotes on Pinterest, resized them and printed them out. I used washi tape to attach to the box for a bit more color.
For a cool bookend, I found literary quotes online and printed them out. Attach with glue or tape and add to your library for a pop of color.
For gift boxes, most subscription boxes have their name front and center on the lid, so I used cut pieces of cardboard, stock picture cards and washi tape to cover the name.
You can get as creative as you want, while recycling these boxes {that you paid for} and are so unique.
Maybe 'cause I'm a food blogger, but one thing I thought of is to fill them with edible gifts!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great idea! I so loved what you made from those boxes. I'm definitely not throwing away such boxes from now on. If the box is good with designs then I usually cut the design and use it somewhere. Your idea is also really great! :)
ReplyDeleteYou have great ideas. It seems like I'm always out of gift bags and boxes and don't realize it until I'm wrapping a gift before I'm supposed to leave the house. I've made too many stops on the way to pick them up. Now I wish I had these boxes!
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas! They are such pretty boxes, and should be reused!
ReplyDeleteThese are some fun ideas! I have gotten a few boxes in the mail and didn't want to just recycle them. My husband was just asking what I was going to do with them and now I have some good ideas. =)
ReplyDeleteThat's a great idea!!!
ReplyDeletePure talent, I wish I would have saved mine now. They look so beautiful and I love the idea of recycling! Thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteHow creative! Homemade cards are the best anyway. These turned out great! :)
ReplyDeleteI use mine for makeup storage they work great :)
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty boxes - these are such good ideas!
ReplyDeleteThose belong in some high-priced boutique---so cute! Very resourceful. Way to reuse stuff in such a beautiful way :)
ReplyDeleteOne of the best ideas I've seen in a long time! LOVE this -- they're fabulous!
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas in your post and in comments! I knew I was hanging on to mine for a reason!
ReplyDeleteVery creative - thanks for the ideas!
ReplyDeleteNice way to upcycle!
ReplyDeleteI'm not gonna lie, I kinda wanna subscribe now...just so I can have some pretty boxes!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is super clever! I usually just recycle them haha
ReplyDeleteI love re-using things into crafts (for me and for the kids!). Those are such pretty boxes - it would be a shame to throw them out.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! Those are some seriously cute boxes! I think I would frame/hang most of them and make a gallery wall of them! So nice! xox
ReplyDeleteI keep all of my boxes too! I just canceled all of my subscriptions since we're about to have a huge budget cut. :( But, I love subscription boxes, too. I keep my Try the World Boxes to store stuff in my craft room. Your upcycles are very cute!
ReplyDeleteFirst, love birchboxes! And you are so right, they need to be recycled, reused, re-anything because they are so darn adorable. Love your suggestions here and giving you a shout out on next Tuesday's Talk link up. Thank you for sharing this creative idea with us.
ReplyDeleteOh - great idea! How lovely they are!
ReplyDeleteI stopped my birchboxes a while ago, but I never thought of reusing the boxes! What great suggestions!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful way to recycle those boxes. I don't like to throw out good, heavy boxes either. Kudos!
ReplyDeleteI never know what to do with my boxes. They're all sitting on a shelf in my bathroom closet. At the beginning of the year BB said there was going to be something fun with them at the end of the year. I wonder what it is? I love your ideas though. They're all SO pretty!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up with us at the Momma Told Me Link Party! We hope to see you again soon!
~Jen
The Evolution of Mom
Oh my goodness. These boxes are BEAUTIFUL! Such good uses, too! Thanks for linking with #TwinklyTuesday!
ReplyDeleteIs that what the boxes come like?! They are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love these ideas! Particularly using boxes as bookends! Never would have thought! xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteThis looks so amazing! I can’t wait to try it. Pinned and tweeted! Thanks for being a part of our party. I hope to see you, tonight at 7 pm. Lou Lou Girls
ReplyDeleteSome really great ideas here! Love them, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome, creative idea to repurpose them! It's been awhile since I subscribed to Birch box, and I still kept the boxes, because of how sturdy they are! Now I see how pretty they are, I think it's time to start subscribing again! Thank you for sharing! It's fun co-hosting #OhMyHeartsieGirlWW with you! Have a fabulous week!
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever idea. I love how you decorated the boxes for a specific occasion or person. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteClever idea, Ashleigh! I always hate to throw away quality boxes like that. I have enjoyed co-hosting #OMHGWW with you!!
ReplyDeleteShellie
www.thefabjourney.com
Those boxes are so pretty and I do not get Gift Boxes as I am not in one of them clubs. But after seeing the boxes I might have to join some.
ReplyDeleteFabulous boxes and such a great idea! I have enjoyed co-hosting #OMHGWW with you, have a great week Evija @Fromevijawithlove x
ReplyDeleteVery good reuse of these boxes, when I sold Avon I kept all their boxes to reuse for storage.
ReplyDeleteSo nice to have you Co-Hosting with the #OMHGWW for the past few months, I love the camaraderie and friendships we build.
Hope you have a great week!
Karren
great ideas...so cretaive! :) although I really love those boxes because they are also super cute :)
ReplyDeleteabsolutely brilliant!!! i LOVE it <3 i love using them to send little tiny care packages to my friends :)
ReplyDeleteAH! Love this post and love the wall hanging idea! I have been using the boxes as drawer organizers for odds and ends in the kitchen, but it's such a waste of their prettiness.
ReplyDeleteSuper ideas! I really hate parting with my boxes, but repurposing them in these fun, creative ways makes me feel much better about parting with them.
ReplyDeleteWay to be resourceful! Those boxes are fantastic! I love the book end the most :)
ReplyDeleteI like this idea! I haven't gotten birch box yet, but it seems to be similar to Ipsy.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this idea, so creative! I'm a craft hoarder so I keep everything! I haven't thought to reuse subscription boxes for gift boxes, I'll definitely have to try it this month for Christmas! Thanks for the ideas :)
ReplyDeleteGreat Idea. Your creations look beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteGrrat idea of recylcing/reusing the boxes! Thanks for sharing it :)
ReplyDeleteAshleigh I love recycling, and your boxes are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI also love your new Header Banner, I have it saved for upcoming WW.
Hope you have a fabulous week!
Karren
What a cute idea!! These boxes are great to keep and place keepsakes in. Upcycling at it's best!! Thank you for sharing and linking up with us over at the Welcome Home Wednesdays Link Party!!
ReplyDeleteWhere did you get that pretty floral paper for the quotes you have printed and mounted on the boxes? These are the best ideas I've seen and I'm excited to finally do something with the 5 I've been holding onto!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a really cool idea because I am an organizing FREAK...OCD status. Now I have a cute/colorful of fixing up my makeup!
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