13 Cardboard Box DIYs for Kids
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When we were kids, it was always exciting to get new toys, especially when they came in a very large cardboard box. The mystery in the box leaves us dizzy. Even though the contents are actually small, the bigger the box, the more excited we are always. Now, don’t get us wrong, we’re always grateful for the gift itself, but in some cases, the box is actually our favorite part of the entire gift. Cardboard boxes hold endless possibilities when you’re an imaginative kid, and when you’re a DIYer and know how to get crafty, it can be turned into anything you like!
look at these 15 Fantastic DIY Cardboard Crafts This is a great opportunity to make with your kids. Apart from the fact that if you’re creative enough you can create anything you like, these crafts are also very affordable so they’re great!
1. DIY Cardboard Snowball Launcher
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When it comes to playing in the snow, probably the first thought that comes to your mind is not that cardboard is the best play material. Even though it’s thicker than paper, cardboard will still break down when wet and become fluffy very quickly. However, All For The Boys is here to show you how to break that rule! Rolls of thick cardboard like paper towels and gift wrapping paper are thick enough to withstand snow that hasn’t yet begun to melt, making it the perfect tool for making snow toys! Our favorite idea is this snowball shooter that lets kids have a truly exciting winter day by launching them farther than they can possibly throw.
2. DIY Modular Dollhouse
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Maybe your child is a little older and would prefer to do something calmer, quieter, and more detailed than a snowball launcher? Then maybe you’ll love this cute little cardboard dollhouse idea from Deko! We love the way they keep the details simple by drawing on them with a black marker for an outline effect, but if you have some fancier styles, you can also use markers, paint or even glitter for creativity and color!
3. DIY Cardboard Guitar
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Is your child a budding musician or eager to learn because they see you playing guitar at home? Well, cardboard guitars are easy to make if you just cut out the outlines, but they don’t really play and your kids have to use their imaginations when it comes to plucking the strings. Do it, love it, however, have a better idea! They walk you through the process of making a 3D guitar out of multiple layers of cardboard so it has a hollow center and finish it off with tied strings that actually make a little plucking sound when the kids play them .
4. DIY Cardboard Washer
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Are your kids getting to the age where they like to pretend, but they also just want to follow you and do whatever you’re doing? So why not combine the two and give them toys that will help them learn and feel like they’re helping you with chores? We love this cute DIY cardboard washing machine idea from Estefi Machado that your kids can actually load!
5. DIY Cardboard Camper
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Are your kids outdoor enthusiasts who love summer because you take them camping, and they get to free-range the lakes and woods you settled on every year? Then you probably know exactly how much they miss living in the fresh air when winter hits. Sure, they can play in the snow outside, but it’s not the same as a full camping experience! To tie them up until your first spring trip, try making them into an absolutely awesome cardboard camper from The Merry Thought! They will be able to have the best camping experience imaginable until the real camping season comes again.
6. DIY Lumberjack Axe
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One of the best parts of working with cardboard is that it is a versatile material, so it can be combined with many other materials for maximum crafting power. We love the way Make It, Love It uses cardboard, wood, and a leather toy axe that’s perfect for playing with the shredder!
7. DIY Cardboard Flip Car
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Maybe your kids are a little older and interested in DIY supplies and making things that really work, not just shapes and pretty things? Then we have a feeling they’re going to love The Cardboard Collective for making this awesome flip! Their tutorial shows you how to combine cardboard with cork and paper clips to make a really moving little car that will drive no matter which side your kid flips it as he rolls it with his fingers on the floor .
8. Cardboard Warrior Helmet
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Have your kids recently learned about gladiators at school and are now obsessed with the idea of leading a Roman army or becoming a swordsman? Then this amazingly detailed cardboard warrior helmet by All For The Boys is something they’ll get a lot of use for! These are affordable so it’s ok if they’re involved in some rough and tumble play, but they also look cool and your kids will want to take care of them while they’re playing, it’s a great deal for them Good study program.
9. DIY Cardboard Monster Feet
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When we were little, cardboard was a total lifesaver when it came to making costumes when our kids were little. Sure, you can buy a lot of stuff in the store that’s great for playing dress up, but kids grow fast, and the cost of pre-made dress up clothes can really add up. Instead, we’ve always loved making our own! DIY Dress Up Clothes Don’t have If you’re willing to think creatively and work with unconventional materials, you’ll need sewing skills, so check out these hilarious monster feet from A Happy Wanderer. Your child will be growling like a savage baby in no time!
10. DIY Cardboard Kaleidoscope
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True kaleidoscopes are amazing things at any age, but we found that they became less popular from an early age. Even so, maybe you want to share with your kids something you’ve loved since childhood, or just do a craft with them that involves learning more about things like reflection. In that case, we thought you should check out how Handmade Charlotte makes a cool DIY kaleidoscope from simple materials like cardboard and tin foil!
11. Big Cardboard Doll House
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We’ve shown you a great cardboard dollhouse option, but what if your style is more colorful than you’ve seen on our list before? In this case, check out how Dollhouse-11 uses paint and colored paper to create a really fun eye-catching dollhouse design! Great for spare wallpaper, gift wrapping paper, or patterned scrapbook paper!
12. Cardboard Roll Pumpkin Stamp
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What if your kids are super DIYers who actually spend more time making toys at home than playing with them? Well, cardboard is still a very useful tool for you! If you’ve never made cardboard stamps before, you’re sure to get this real treat. Make It, Love It shows you how to combine two empty cardboard toilet paper rolls into circular paint stamps that can easily be turned into pumpkins with a little creativity! This is by no means the only shape you can make, but we thought it was fun.
13. Cardboard Boat
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Whether your child is obsessed with pirates, Vikings or naval battleships, cardboard is a great tool to help them explore creativity and do what they like. iKatbag shows you how to make awesome cardboard boats that, while not actually suitable for water, look very accurate and make great props for dolls and figurines. We love the Viking style faucets on these, but you can make any shape you like!
Have you made other awesome cardboard DIY projects and crafts with and/or your kids that they absolutely love but you don’t see on our list? Tell us how you made them, or link us to a picture of your work!
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