DIY Pencil Case

Claudia, a member of the Paper Source Design Team, creates many of our terrific kits. Today, she offers up a project that is perfect for back-to-school. Learn to make an extra-special Chalkboard Pencil Box using one of our paper maché boxes.

Start with the following materials:

 

Instructions:

  1. Paint top, sides and inside (optional) of pencil box using chalkboard paint and poly brush.  Paint 2-3 coats, allowing box to fully dry in between coats.
  2. Decorate with washi tape as desired.
  3. Use a ruler and pencil to mark the center of the box approximately 1/2″ in from the bottom edge of the lid and on the front side of the box, approximately 1/2″ from the bottom.
  4. Punch holes and thread a length of ribbon through each hole, securing ribbons in place with knots on the inside.
  5. Prior to use, rub the entire surface you will be writing on with chalk.
  6. Wipe off and use chalk to write desired name, message or a design of your own!
  7. Now your custom box is ready to fill with back-to-school goodies!

With a craft this easy, you can make one for all of your kids. (And maybe the teacher, too.  Who knows?  There may be bonus points awarded!)

 

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