I can’t remember the last time I bought a big box of diapers from Costco, but for some reason I hung on to the last one and I’ve been using it as a catch-all box under my sewing table. Alongside it I kept a big garbage can, where I’d throw out both non-recyclable and recyclable trash. Then when it overflowed, I’d have to pick through and pull out the recyclables. Even though I usually didn’t throw out anything icky in my craft trash can, digging through garbage is not how I want to spend time!
What an eyesore, right? Not what I had in mind for my pretty craft space! So I decided to conceal the trash and recycling in the diaper box, while keeping them separate.
I used a big Cheerios box for the recycling bin and swapped the big trash can with a smaller one in our bathroom that somehow got chipped on the rim. Since it would be concealed in the diaper box, I didn’t mind using it here. I like how they’re contained together, but the two bins can be removed separately when needed.
I cut off the tops of the boxes, which I will save for other craft storage!
Then I covered the boxes with kraft paper (mine is from IKEA just because I was there, otherwise I would have gotten it at the dollar store). Looks like I’ve separated the bins just in time for snot rag week…so glad I’ll not have to pick through that! Eew.
Then I jazzed up the outside with some scrapbook paper. I cut 1-inch strips and cut them into parallelograms. I cut half facing one way and the other half facing the other way.
Joining them together, you make a chevron or zigzag pattern.
I glued them on all the way around, spacing each row about 1.5 inches apart.
Much better. Fits perfectly. Didn’t take too much time, used stuff I already had, and it was the perfect craft for when you’re sick but feel the need to accomplish something.
Linking up to these craft linkys.
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It looks great. I made something like that but is for legos.
Wow! That looks very nice and creative!
Great idea! I could definitely use one of those! I tried this for the man room and it worked pretty well too…when he uses it!
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That is almost too pretty to use for trash!
What a wonderful idea!! Very creative of you, Steph!! I’m with V, that is certainly too pretty to use for trash!!
How are my fav piggies ?!!! Sorry, I haven’t been around much. I’m keeping to my new year’s resolution to cut down on my online time and spend more time on the things I’ve been neglecting.
Have a great weekend!
Very creative and also very handy! Love the design. Thanks for sharing.
Yay! I love this!
What a wonderful idea!!
It looks so nice! Almost like stained glass :)
Looks great. I love little things like that which can make an area look so much more pulled together. I hope you turn in the box tops to a school, they really add up! Stop by sometime domesticdeadline.blogspot.com
I love this. Thank you so much for sharing! I am your newest follower and I would be honored if you would link up your super cute blog over on my blog stalkin’ page.
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great job. it looks much better.
megan
craftycpa.blogspot.com
What a great idea. I’m your newest follower. I’m having my 1st link party tomorrow (Monday) it would be great if you would stop by and add your project. http://diyhshp.blogspot.com
Very creative. i have also made a box similar to this. But yours is lovely.
you have a fabulous idea and I like your covering – reminds me of a quilt. Very useful idea! Thank you so much for your nice comment, I appreciate anyone that takes the time to click over to my blog and read. :)
Thought I’d drop by, and say hello! Boy, your girls sure are getting big, and cuter every day I bet! Hope all is well with you. Have a great day!
Steph, this is awesome. So very smart and so very cute!
Thank you so much for joining the More The Merrier Monday Linky Party. Be sure to come back next week. I look forward to seeing more of your projects.
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That looks fantastic. Way to use old boxes. Have you been peeking in my office and closet,lol.
Why waste money when you can make great containers and baskets with little time and imagination
Great idea
Denise
Extreme Personal Measures
What a great way to reuse materials :)
Very very smart! I will be doing something like this, for sure!
Love this idea! Followed you over from Tip Junkie’s Tip Me Tuesday :o)
This is a great idea. I need a narrow trash can for a narrow area I have. Can’t seem to find something, I think this will work and it’s way cuter then the brown paper bag that is falling apart from the grocery store.
What a great idea, thanks for sharing
What a great use of an old box! I have the same problem in my craft room and you’ve inspired me!
Genius! Thanks for the idea! :)
Awesome way to upcycle and promote recycling too! And, as always, done with terrific style and flair! Thank you so much for linking up to “A Little Birdie Told Me…”
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