Why DIY trinket boxes? After all, it's just as easy to buy one, isn't it? Of course, but that's hardly the point of crafting, is it? With a DIY trinket box you can make something out of nothing, characterize it to your personality or desired style, make it in a size you can't find in the stores and because it's crafting, you can have fun and a sense of achievement. Your next craft project might be among these DIY trinket boxes.
I knew I was going to find DIY trinket boxes made from some unusual or quirky things. I never imagined paint chips!
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I wonder if you could do similar with tongue depressors?
More for gifting than keeping your own trinkets but still a cute idea.
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It shows letters but why not trinkets? See also idea #21, which shows you how to make "rolls" to hold the jewelry, which you could put in the cavity.
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I know you saw one just previously, but I wanted to show that you can decorate to taste too.
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This is so cute.
What a great way to upcycle something we no longer use.
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DIY trinket boxes from old board games. So clever!
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Handy with a hook? Get crocheting.
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Find an old box and give it a makeover. Buttons are cute but you could do paper decoupage too.
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With so many colors of Perler beads, you can coordinate your boxes with your room décor.
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If you're looking for DIY trinket boxes that are a serious crafter's project, this will tickle your fancy.
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How precious would it be to present your bridesmaids with one of these, or your girlfriends for Christmas?
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Make your own trinket boxes and decorate other items to match/coordinate.
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Here's another way to customize an Altoids tin. Easier than the previous example.
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Wow! Glass cutting? Never thought about that as a doable home craft. The tutorial proves otherwise.
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Fancy turning your hand to woodworking? Use a bigger log to make a bigger box.
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Oh my! This is genius! Don't you think?
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Buy a boring old set of drawers and give it a bling-y makeover.
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Got a box, some Washi tape and foam rollers? You're all set.
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I know, I know. This is the third Altoids tin but it is completely transformed with polymer clay.
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You can use foam rolls to hold earrings too.
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Now that is what you call making something out of nothing!
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Cover wooden boxes and chests with gorgeous papers.
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Another cool repurposing project.
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If you're creative, you really can produce some fabulous things from a cardboard box!
So what do you think? Any DIY trinket boxes here you think will be gracing your vanity in the near future?