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DIY Desk Organizer Out of Cereal Boxes

By Karo @ CraftsyHacks.com
Combine form and function in this stunning cereal box organizer and spend barely any money or time while doing it. It's a practical recycled organizer anyone can make and use to declutter their office space.
Active Time: 30 minutes
Additional Time: 5 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 1 desk organizer

Video Tutorial

Equipment

  • Double-sided tape
  • Glue
  • Scissors
  • Retractable knife
  • Ruler
  • Pen

Materials 

  • Materials:
  • 2 x cereal boxes
  • Colorful paper
  • Wrapping paper

Instructions 

  • Gather your supplies, sit down in front of Netflix, and get ready to craft!
  • Start off by measuring the back and front of each cereal box. You want to create a small box and a large box, and the sides should form a smooth diagonal line.
  • Ensure the back of your small box is the same height as the front of your large box. This is what will give you that smooth, diagonal line.
  • Now, it’s time to line the interior. Cut panels of colored cardstock and adhere them to the inside of your boxes. I recommend choosing contrasting colors for some extra interest!
  • If you’re using glue for any of this, be careful not to soak the paper, as this will make it sag. If you’re using tape, line both the edges and the interior for a clean line.
  • Next up, wrap your boxes with your chosen wrapping paper. Treat it like a present, folding the excess under the bottom of the box.
  • To get those smooth lines, grab your craft knife or scissors and trim the excess off the top of the box.
  • And you’re done! Fit this on any flat surface and watch the clutter disappear into this bright, vibrant space provided by your new organizer.
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