The eternal problem all housewives: lack of space to store the necessary things. But maybe the problem is not in small cabinets, but in their incorrect filling? Competent organization of storage is still a difficult science. One of the most milestones in its comprehension is systematization and division. The manufacture of the proposed products will help to put things in order huge number stacks, make it easier to find what you need and save precious space.
We make boxes with our own hands for storing things of a simple design
Consider several options for assembling storage boxes with your own hands: simple and quick to perform, and also a little more difficult to manufacture, but more decorative in terms of appearance option. The article will describe two options for creating boxes in detail, as well as illustrations (photos) of the stages of work of four different examples.
To make the first one, we need the following:
1. Cardboard box of the right size.
2. Glue (either "Crystal" transparent, or "PVA").
3. A piece of fabric.
4. Large paper clips.
5. The tape is narrow, or ribbons.
steps for making a box for underwear (1-4) 
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For the manufacture of the second option, we need materials from the first list, except for the last item, and in addition to them the following:
1. or magazines.
2. Primer.
3. Paint.
5. Needle and thread.
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To make simple do-it-yourself storage boxes, you should adhere to the following work order:
1. Cut off the top cover pieces of the workpiece, if any. Or glue them to the inner surface of the side walls if you want to strengthen the structure.
2. Make a cross mark on the cut. Its center should correspond to the dimensions of the bottom of the workpiece, the side elements - to the dimensions of the four walls. Step back from the marking contour by 1.5-2 cm and point another one. It is on it that the fabric for decoration will be cut.
3. Cut out the lined cut segment, smooth it and unfold it on a flat plane. Evenly cover the bottom of the cardboard blank with adhesive and lower it into the center of the prepared fabric coating. Press down and let the glue dry completely.
4. Cover one of the sides of the workpiece with adhesive and attach the corresponding part of the pattern to it. The lateral allowances made earlier must be bent inward, under the glued canvas. We bend the top allowance inside the workpiece and fix the top of the canvas with paper clips (so that the fabric, when wet, does not move down), remove them after complete drying. By the same principle, we act with all the other sidewalls.
5. The corners of the workpiece with the joints of the canvases are masked with tape or tape, which is also glued. The inner space of the product can be left empty, but it is better to close it with a cloth. This is done in exactly the same way as when decorating the outer part, only with a slight difference in allowances. The top allowances are bent under the canvas. The side allowances at one corner are glued like this: the allowance from one canvas is glued to the adjacent wall, and from the other, it is folded under tightly.
newspaper tube box 
making from newspaper tubes (1-4) 
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felt box
Small things are scattered all over the house and there is no place to put them? Uncomfortable when they are dumped in one heap? There is an exit. Make your own decorative cardboard or plastic containers the right sizes.
This is perfect solution. Small things will not only be sorted and lie in their places, this way of decorating will decorate the room. Stylish accessory- this is better than threads lying around, key chains or toys scattered in the corners.
Newspapers
Stylish and extraordinary beautiful boxes for storage from newspaper tubes will please any hostess. Such a product can be bought ready-made, many needlewomen are engaged in such decoration of boxes, or you can do it yourself and not overpay for the work.
In addition, handmade baskets make the hostess proud and warm her soul.
How to make a box from newspaper tubes:
- From one newspaper spread we make 8 stripes. We cut to length. In order not to waste time in vain, fold it along the first bend and again. Take utility knives and cut everything at once.
- One strip - one tube. How to make stripes: take a knitting needle or a long skewer, put the newspaper on a flat table. Next, attach the knitting needle to the very edge of the strip so that this edge forms a small triangle. Start winding up the paper. It will turn out a tube with a void inside. When you reach the end, lubricate the tip of the PVA so that the structure does not unwind.
- The next step is painting the tubes. You can leave them like that, newspapers will also look beautiful, or you can take stain and paint. Only the paint needs to be diluted, otherwise the tubes will bend badly.
- For the manufacture you will need only one part of the shoe box. You can take the bottom, top or side elements. It all depends on what size you need.
- Then make dashes on the rectangle with a pencil. Glue the tubes on them. Clamp them well right away.
- On top of the first glued tubes, attach the second part of the box, it should fit the size of the bottom. At the bottom, put an object that is the same size as the future basket. Put something heavy inside so that the structure does not move.
- Start weaving. You will need paper clips or paper clips. Start one tube after another, and press the ends to the top of the box. Continue in this manner until you reach the desired height. Do not use tubes glued initially, they serve as a frame. You will fix them in the same way at the very end.
- At the end, stick flowers on the storage box, or decorate with beads. Choose accessories to match the decor of the room.
This box can be painted at the end. In this case, the dye does not need to be diluted, the structure will be dense and will not bend.
It is not difficult to make such containers, but for a long time. This work requires attention and a lot of time.
Fabric or wrapping paper
Boxes can be decorated with fabric or wrapping paper. You get an unusual accessory that can be used to store towels, under things or for small things.
Also, such a box will look beautiful in the kitchen if there is nowhere to put cookbooks. This storage box is also suitable for thread, yarn and floss.
Manufacturing:
- For the manufacture of boxes you will need an unnecessary cardboard box, fabric suitable type and accessories for decoration. Also prepare glue, scissors, crayon or soap, pins, a needle and thread, or take sewing machine. A tape measure or ruler will also come in handy.
- Cut off the pieces that cover the top. Take a ruler and measure the bottom. You can attach a piece of fabric to the bottom and outline with chalk.
- Then you should measure the length of the walls and the height. You need to add another 2 cm to the length, and 10 cm to the height.
- We sew the cut parts. You can make the same for interior decoration.
- We place the box in the prepared case, and bend the top (the remaining 10 cm from the height) inward and glue it.
- At the end, you can decorate the container with leaves, flowers, ribbons. Use whatever comes to mind. This is where your imagination comes into play.
Such beautiful boxes for storing clothes will create comfort in the house and please the eye.
Decoupage
You can make different boxes for things, toys and other little things. Craftswomen offer many options for decorating boxes, which then turn into attractive storage.
One of the ideas is decoupage. The home organizer can be made with or without a lid.
Tools needed for work: decoupage glue, patterned napkins, acrylic primer, brush and acrylic varnish.
Master Class:
- First, the glossy box must be rubbed with fine-grained sandpaper.
- Next we take acrylic paint and cover the outside of the box. Use a sponge. We paint evenly, and leave the box to dry.
- We take a brush, moisten it in decoupage glue. We apply a napkin to the painted area and apply glue to the napkin, it is not necessary under it. You can also use acrylic lacquer.
- We leave the container to dry and at the end we fix everything with acrylic varnish.
Every woman can create boxes for storing things with her own hands. You can also involve your child in the process.
Rope harness
An ordinary bucket can be decorated with an ordinary decorative cord and you get a stylish container for things.
It can be placed in or on the rack, put soft toys inside.
You will need a rope harness, a plastic bucket without a handle, a hot glue gun or other good glue.
Process:
- Start from the bottom. Twist the tourniquet with a small spiral, glue it in the center of the bucket. Press firmly on the rope so that it sticks.
- Spread a small section of the bottom of the bucket with the composition and lay the tourniquet with a snail, in dense rows.
- Thus, increase the tourniquet until the entire bottom is decorated. Then move on to the walls. If you want to do something more fun, add rich colors that give Summer mood. Pre-paint the cord.
- After completion, process the sides and inside to make the product look more attractive.
Such a decorative item for storage with your own hands can be made quickly, if you are not distracted during work.
If you take a thick tourniquet, but the work will go even faster. Due to the larger diameter, the cord will close the bucket faster.
A handy accessory can also be used for fruit.
Metal grid
A container for storing toys or, for example, dirty laundry is made of metal mesh.
A woman is unlikely to cope with the manufacture of such a variant of the box, but a man with ease.
So what to do:
- You will need a round bottom. It must be wooden.
- The mesh is tightened around the bottom, measured right amount and cut off.
- Attach it to the bottom of the bottom. Wheels are also screwed there so that the basket does not scratch the floor.
- A bag is placed inside. You can fit a metal mesh and outside.
It turns out a very budgetary do-it-yourself laundry basket.
old sweater
If there is an old jacket or sweater in the house, do not rush to throw it away and give it away. You can give them a second life by decorating cardboard boxes and at the same time make another box or container for storing small things.
Also, this method is good if your underwear already has little space in the closet, and it does not fit anywhere.
Procedure:
- Cut off the sleeves with the neckline so that you get a straight line.
- Pull it over the box and draw the length with chalk. Sweep the jacket underneath.
- Then stitch lower part on a typewriter. Put the sweater on the box again, fold the edges inward and glue.
- Via glue gun or ordinary glue make handles.
These boxes look great in the closet. With their help, you can sort shorts and T-shirts, and stick a designation on the side (what lies there).
This is very convenient, and you do not need to turn over the closet floor every time to find the right clothes.
Organizer
Cases for things are different types, depending on what a person plans to store in such an accessory for the home.
Clothes organizers are very easy to use. The storage case can also be taken on a trip.
Tools for work: scissors, glue, ruler, decor paper and a box.
Master Class:
- The height of the wardrobe trunk should be equal to the height of the place in the cabinet where it will be stored.
- Do not cut the box into different pieces, as some recommend. Just cover it with decor paper. Finish the bottom.
- Cut the lid from the box into equal parts (by measuring the width or length, depending on how the partitions will be located). Cover the parts with paper and send to dry.
- When the planks are dry, install them inside as you need. You can make long cells or, for example, make a lattice so that one pair of socks fits in one cell.
Such a box with things is convenient to store, get, transport, and you don’t have to dig through a pile of underwear to find something that matches in color.
Many say: “I store almost everything in such accessories, from underwear to kitchen utensils.” Indeed, it is practical, comfortable and stylish.
Try making one storage box and you won't be able to stop.
Randomly lying things only clutter up the space. It is far from always possible to place them correctly and conveniently in cabinets. The ideal solution become storage organizers. Manufacturers offer a choice of plastic boxes, textile boxes, shoe boxes and other similar devices.
Plastic storage box
Inexpensive and practical option- This plastic boxes for storage. These containers are often affordable price are lightweight and take up little space. When buying, it is important to make sure that the shell is strong, otherwise the material (due to thinness) may be damaged during the first use of the box. Best Options:
Name
Price in rubles
Characteristics
Material - polypropylene, dimensions - 35x22.5x13 cm, weight - 0.15 kg, country of origin - China, suitable for storing things, small things, stationery.
Affordable, easy to clean.
Small size, looks fragile.
BranQ Optima. City"
Material - plastic, compartment volume - 12 l, decorated with an original print, dimensions - 40.3x25.1x18 cm, weight (packed) - 470 g, country of origin - Russia.
Sturdy, roomy, interesting design.
Overpriced, expensive.
Material - polypropylene, body color - smoky transparent, volume - 16 l, dimensions - 37x26x20.7 cm, country of origin - Russia.
Good quality, convenient cover, smoky color prevents fading of things inside the box.
Textile storage boxes
good choice becomes a decorative fabric container for things. Often, a fabric made of polypropylene fibers is used for its manufacture. These storage boxes have excellent volume and are complemented by a handle for easy carrying. Characteristics of popular models:
Name
Price in rubles
Characteristics
Handy Home "Spring"
Material - polypropylene, type - folding, ornament - floral, country of origin - China, dimensions - 52x30x30 cm, package weight - 80 g, suitable for storing things, small items, etc.
Easy to assemble due to zippers, takes up minimal space when folded, has a handle, beautiful design.
More expensive than analogues.
Handy Home "Polka"
Material - polypropylene, type - folding with a zipper, ornament - peas, country of origin - China, dimensions - 30x40x25 cm, package weight - 365 g, suitable for storing clothes, small items, shoes, etc.
The presence of a handle, easy to assemble, good workmanship, folds up, takes up little space.
Not very convenient form for transportation.
Prima House П-121
Material - spunbond, color - red, orange, blue, purple, beige, brown, green, dimensions - 20x60x30 cm, country of origin - Russia, there are transparent inserts, a separator insert.
Comfortable, roomy, there are separate, easy and simple to open / close, a variety of colors.
The absence of any images.
Cardboard containers
An alternative to plastic and textile storage boxes are cardboard containers. They are lightweight, durable and relatively inexpensive. There are also cardboard boxes that are covered with fabric and supplemented with a handle to make them easy to move. A good choice for storing things, including children's toys, will be the following options:
Name
Price in rubles
Characteristics
Eve " black gold»
Material - thick corrugated cardboard, dimensions - 25x32x16 cm, country of manufacture - Russia, image - patterns, weight per package - 260 g, convenient for storing children's things, toys, shoes, important little things.
Optimal dimensions for the purpose of storage on cabinet shelves, dense material, low cost.
Relatively small capacity.
Valiant "ABC" (2 pieces)
Type - coloring box, material - cardboard, design - black and white images for coloring, there are slotted handles, dimensions of each box - 28x28x31.5 cm, weight (total) in the package - 820 g.
Affordable price, foldable, can be painted at your discretion.
Container with lid DS17-6AS
Materials - cardboard, fabric, rope, color - beige, dimensions - 36x45x27 cm, country of origin - China, there is a decorative detail in the form of a heart.
thick cardboard, cloth-covered, good capacity, original look, presence of artificial leather handles.
It's expensive.
rattan box
The original purchase will be a box made by rattan weaving. This is a very durable and reliable storage container that will last for years. It can be used to decorate a room. Interesting options:
Name
Price in rubles
Characteristics
Basket with lid Pattern MAR-02 L
Materials - rattan, fabric, dimensions - 48x36x58 cm, color - dark brown, country of manufacture - Philippines, cover - folding, decoration - removable apron made of natural fabric.
Spacious, stylish and versatile design, convenient flip cover, washable apron.
Materials - rattan, cotton fabric, there is a cover with 3D embroidery, color - brown, dimensions - 38x26x48 cm.
Convenient, original design, good quality.
High cost, less roomy compared to analogues.
Basket with cover 4488M
Materials - rattan, cotton fabric, there is a cover with 3D embroidery, color - brown, dimensions - 43x31x54 cm.
Great capacity, stylish look, high quality manufacturing.
It's expensive.
laundry organizer
Organizer is ideal for storing linen. It is a box (box), which consists of several compartments. This is practical device, which takes up a minimum of space, and which is convenient to take with you on a trip. It is intended not only for linen, but also for other things of daily use. The organizer allows you to competently and clearly organize the space of any room. A few interesting options:
Name
Price in rubles
Characteristics Homsu Hipster Animals MP002XU0E03S
Type - 4 in 1, number of sections - 45, main color - gray, patterns - drawings and inscriptions, composition - spunbond (100%), dimensions - 60x40x10 cm, country of origin - Russia, suitable for storing underwear, socks, tights and other accessories.
High-quality, excellent design, a large number of small sections.
small height organizer, due to which the capacity is reduced, there is no cover.
Homsu New Year MP002XU010H0
Type - a box with a lid, size - 57x25x27 cm, body material - 100% spunbond, dividers - 100% cardboard, number of boxes - 3, color - red, country of manufacture - Russia.
Good volume, spaciousness, easy to open / close, there are handles and straps for easy carrying.
Monochrome pattern, expensive.
El Casa MP002XU0E13D
Production materials - MDF, polyester, dimensions - 32x32 cm, color - beige, pattern - floral, country of manufacture - China, intended for storing linen, clothes, textiles, etc.
Easy folding / unfolding, design mobility, special inserts that support the shape of the organizer, low cost.
Shoe boxes
When buying boxes for storing things, pay special attention to the boxes where you can put your shoes. It is important that they are made of durable and reliable material that will not tear after the first use of the box. Often shoe storage boxes are made of transparent plastic. There are options that fit only one pair, but there are boxes designed for several shoes at once. An interesting purchase will be:
Name
Price in rubles
Characteristics
Material - transparent plastic, country of manufacture - Russia, closes with 2 latches, has a handle, designed to store one pair of men's shoes, dimensions - 61x34x13 cm, weight - 880 g.
Dense, easy to carry, does not bend, good capacity.
It's expensive.
You"ll love "My Shoes"
Material - transparent polypropylene, country of manufacture - China, dimensions - 33x20x12 cm, package weight - 165 g.
Easy to assemble, does not take up much space, the shoes can be delivered using the side cover without removing the box from the shelf.
Too flexible plastic, looks fragile.
Material - transparent polypropylene, closes with 2 latches, has a handle, country of manufacture - Russia, dimensions - 31x18x10 cm, package weight - 210 g.
Affordable price, easy to carry, takes up little space, easy to open, well-chosen size.
The material is not strong enough.
Video
There are several ways to decorate your home. Do-it-yourself storage boxes will become wonderful decoration interior. They will give your home a much cleaner look. Depending on the size, boxes can be used to house various little things, shoes, toys, textiles, things for needlework. Decorating the finished base will help to realize any of your ideas, and creating vaults on your own will help to make them unusual and attractive options. Here are a few tutorials on how to make them.
Textile soft box
One of the most convenient options boxes for small items or knitwear are made of dense fabric. To make them you will need:
- Take 2 pieces of fabric and cut out a scan of the boxes from them. In this case, one pattern should be slightly larger than the other.
- Take a contrasting thick fabric and cut it into a braid at an angle of 45 degrees (you can take a ready-made bias trim).
- After preparing all the main details, proceed to tailoring. First, sew a large workpiece along the side seams.
- If you plan to make several boxes at once, then you will need transparent plastic. Make a small window out of it, process the edges with an oblique trim and sew on front side future storage.
- Sew handles from woven textile tape on the sides with a cross stitch.
- Sew along all the seams a small blank.
- From plastic mesh(you can take covers from folders for documents) open the rectangles that match the size of the sides of the box.
- Fold the blanks so that their front sides are facing one another. Align the top edges and stitch them with a slight indent. Leave one side free, you will need it so that you can turn the box inside out.
- Place plastic nets inside the side parts.
- Sew the remaining seams on the outer piece.
- Turn the box right side out so that side ribs have not moved.
After this work, you just have to trim the top of the box with an oblique trim, stitch the fabric at the bottom. Similarly, you can make an organizer for shoes, watches, socks or underwear. To do this, you only need to make cardboard cells inside the box, pasted over with a cloth. Carefully select the dimensions for the future organizer, they must match the things that you will place in it.
It is really possible to make a textile box in another way - take a cardboard box as a base and paste it over with a bright dense fabric. In such beautiful box You can store children's books or any other things. It is stronger than the first option.
Weaving from newspaper tubes
Weaving from newspapers has the same principles as making furniture from vines. If you wish, you can easily cope with this task. First you need to cut
the bottom of thick cardboard and make a lot of newspaper tubes. At the bottom, fix the vertical guides for future weaving. They should be located at a distance of about 2 centimeters, and their ends should be sandwiched between two pieces of cardboard bottom.
The creation of the side parts of the storage is carried out in a circle. Lay a newspaper tube with alternating guides. The layers should fit snugly and the material should be under tension, not loose. After completing the work, you need to varnish the resulting box with varnish on both sides, finally giving it a shape. In appearance, the finished storage will look like wicker rattan furniture.
Finishing the box with natural materials
AT last years many began to appreciate simplicity and elegance. Therefore, gifts are often
began to pull with hemp ropes. This material can also be used for finishing boxes. To do this, just stick the rope tightly along the contour with hot glue. Cover the inside of the box with linen.
To make the storage elegant, sew an insert from linen so that its side parts are greater than the height of the box, then the free edge will wrap outwards. The linen insert can not be glued to the bottom, then you can wash it or replace it with a similar one made of dense fabric.
Storage box with lid
Many housewives store small items for sewing or needlework in shoe boxes. But mismatched storage does not look nice in a closet or on shelves. Of these, you can literally make antique-style suitcases in just 10 minutes. For this you will need to have:
- wide brush with stiff bristles;
- acrylic paint;
- thick cardboard or plastic corners(in construction stores choose the most narrow options imitating the sheen of metal or the texture of wood);
- leather or braided straps;
- glossy paper for photos, matches.
First you need to paint the box so that it looks like an antique. If you took the classic removable lid option as a basis, then use glue and adhesive tape to secure one side so that it rises and does not come off. Finish all corners of the storage with cardboard or plastic, fasten it with hot glue or Supermoment. Imitate scuffs with dark red, paint the corners with it if necessary.
Fasten the handle on the front side with a glue gun, make two parallel strips on top of the “suitcase”. Additionally, you can decorate the suitcase with lace or other elements to your taste. Burn the glossy paper along the edge and glue it to one side of the box. You will need it for labelling.
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In order for everything to be in perfect order in a house or apartment, each little thing has its rightful place, a good housewife needs storage containers.
In this article, the site news portal offers you several options for making do-it-yourself storage boxes from improvised materials that can be found in every home.
You can put bedding, towels, children's clothes, photographs, toys, needlework, etc. into ready-made boxes. Boxes can also be a place to store dirty clothes waiting to be washed.
DIY storage basket
To make such cute baskets for storing small things, you will need a plastic bucket (suitable for sour cream or mayonnaise), wooden clothespins, glue, a tourniquet and a small piece of beautiful openwork fabric.
Wooden clothespins must be disassembled and the halves glued to a plastic bucket so that the basket still seems to be wooden.
Then make a bag out of the fabric that will match the volume of the plastic bucket you have chosen and put it inside. Wrap the handle of the bucket with a tourniquet.
You can also wrap the bucket with cloth or knitwear if no wooden clothespins are available.
You will need a capacious cardboard box, a decorative rope harness and glue.
Cut off the top of the box. Lubricate the box with glue, and then carefully wrap it with a rope bundle from the bottom up. The rope harness will give the box strength and practicality. Place a cloth bag inside the box.
DIY storage container
If there is a man in the house, then this option for making storage containers would be appropriate. The entire container is made of a metal mesh, wheels are attached to the bottom, which will allow you to easily move the object in any direction.
DIY storage box
If the house has unnecessary tight knitwear (for example, a sweater or scarf), then any cardboard box can be transformed and made useful and beautiful.
DIY storage box made from newspaper tubes
This option for making a storage box is laborious and requires a large number time, but the result will pleasantly surprise you, because it will look like it is made from rattan.
DIY storage box
This option is suitable for lovers of everything unusual and extraordinary. Here you can get such a stylish suitcase for storing small things from the most ordinary shoe box.
Storage Ideas
And a few more options for making boxes and other containers for storing things.
