The box is a very useful thing, because you can store various trifles in it: threads, buttons and even jewelry. In addition, a beautiful box can emphasize the style of the interior of a room or bedroom, it can be a wonderful gift for a beloved friend, and the process of decorating boxes can turn into an exciting hobby.
If you have an old wooden chest or casket at home, then you probably already thought about how you can decorate this treasure. If you think that the old box is absolutely useless, then know that with the help of various decorative elements it can turn into a unique piece of decor that can emphasize the style of any interior.
If you don’t have an old wooden box at hand, you can decorate an ordinary cardboard or plastic box of a suitable size
You can decorate the box using decoupage technique. To do this, you will need: – paper napkins with a beautiful pattern, – PVA glue, – a brush and varnish.
If this is not your first experience of decoupage, then you can complicate your task and “age” the box as much as possible, for example, by creating craquelures and using graphite grout. Try to choose such decorative elements for the box and such colors that would be in harmony with the surrounding interior as much as possible. For example, when creating Provence style chests, you can simultaneously decorate a chest of drawers or a dressing table to create complete harmony in the interior.
Another interesting way to decorate a box can be to finish its surface with pieces of porcelain or mirrors. When making a country style jewelry box, you may also need: – satin ribbon, – lace or embroidery.
Don’t be afraid to combine different textures. Be guided only by your own taste and imagination, this is the only way to create a truly unique, designer thing.
If you want to try creating an ethnic style jewelry box, try using various pieces of leather and fur for decoration.
In this style, you can create a truly chic thing. Use for decoration: – satin, – brocade, – various beads, – beads, – bugles.
If you put in enough strength and show patience, and your hand does not flinch, then the jewelry box can turn into a real work of art.
In memory of the trip or just at the behest of the heart, you can create a box in a nautical style. To do this, you will need: – shells, – various beautiful pebbles, – a decorative cord that looks like a smaller version of a rope, – pieces of cloth or paper in red, white and blue.
If you have a striped fabric that looks like a vest, you can use that. Cover the box with a cloth, for this you can use PVA glue or threads. Glue shells and pebbles on top, combining them with decorative cord patterns. Keep in mind that the shell may not adhere well to fabric, so look for a good quality all-purpose adhesive.