I’m all about quick and easy crafts these days. This one took me mmm. . . five minutes? maybe three. It’s so fast.
How to make a trash can out of a cereal box & wallpaper (or wrapping paper)
Step 1: Staple down the flaps (adds strength)
Step 2: Cut paper to size and tape down ( I used double sided tape for this part, so that the tape wouldn’t show. Everywhere else I used very strong packaging tape)
Step 3: For the opening, cut the paper at each corner. Fold to the inside and tape.
Step 4: Fold extra paper like you would wrap a gift. Tape down.
Step 5: Insert plastic bag (I use old grocery bags) and start throwing your trash away!
I made this trash can for my car about a month ago and it is such a lifesaver. I can just throw Penelope’s diapers in there, and not worry about them soiling the car (or worse, my purse). We use this all the time. I suspect you could also modify this to hold toys, games, etc for long car rides.
What a cute trash can. My brother made something very similar a couple years ago but his was wrapped in Christmas wrapping paper and used to hold salt for the icy sidewalk and front porch. I love simple crafts.
I’m luvin’ all your quick, cheap, creative ideas! Keep them coming, I’m going to try them out soon, when we move into our apt! Send me an email (txnbyubabe@hotmail.com) if you don’t have an invite to my blog :)
This is very cool. I like the step by step pix too. You could make a book of step by step DIY projects like this, and I’m sure it would be awesome. One quick question, where does one GET a cereal box of that size?? ;) I’m guessing costco, etc. The final project looks great.
You’re a freaken genius!
Yay Element!