A hat box is a good way to store hats.You may have accumulated some of these boxes.Instead of getting rid of them, decorate them so that you can display them with pride.The article gives you ideas on how to decorate your hat boxes, including fun patterns like stripes and polka-dots, as well as sleek and colorful new paint jobs.You have a lot of options when it comes to decorating a hat box.
Step 1: If you want to do this method, you need to gather old magazines or newspaper clippings.
The ripped pages should have straight edges if the clippings are cut out.Mod Podge can be applied to both the surface of the hat box and the bottoms of clippings.The entire box needs to be covered.To clean up the finish, add another layer of Mod Podge.Use a pencil to mark the places you want to glue the clipping to and then glue it to the box.
Step 2: Cut out the illustrations you like from old children's books at a second-hand store.
There are straight edges on each side if you cut the images.Mod Podge can be applied to the hat box and the bottoms of the clippings using a paintbrush.The hat box should be covered with illustrations.This method can be used for a hat box in a child's bedroom.If you want the hat box to be more personalized to the room you plan on displaying it in, consider picking a particular theme, like children's fantasy books or nursery rhymes.
Step 3: You already have things around the house.
You can use any old wrapping paper or wallpaper.You need glue, scissors, a paintbrush, and a ruler.Place the hat box on the side of the paper.Wrap the paper around the hatbox and add 3 centimetres to each side before cutting it.Next, brush glue on the hat box and the wrapping paper pattern.The hatbox should be rolled along the paper so that it sticks.Place the lid on another sheet of paper and trace around it with a pencil.Cut the circle by adding an extra 1.5 centimetres.The overhanging paper should be stuck under the lip of the lid by brushing glue on both surfaces.Different patterns for the lid and drum of the hatbox will give your decorations a unique spin.
Step 4: You couldn't throw away those bags.
A sturdy shopping bag is needed along with Mod Podge, scissors, and a paintbrush.Mod Podge can be applied to the underside of the logo and the hat box's surface.Press the logos on the box until it's completely covered.To give it a clean finish, brush another layer of Mod Podge over the surface.The box is a good place to store your most cherished fashion items.
Step 5: You can reuse the spare fabric you have or buy it in a pattern that you like.
You need a paintbrush, a ruler, and scissors.To cut out individual pieces of fabric, use your hexagon template.To cover the surface area of your box twice, cut out enough.Glue the squares to the box.Continue smoothing the shapes onto the box until it is completely covered.If you want a clean finish, apply a layer of your glue over the decorated hat box.Store in a dry place.
Step 6: If you enjoy making flowers, try this method.
You only need fake flowers, polystyrene, and a pencil.Cut out the circular shape from the shape of the hat box.To cover the bottom of the hatbox, fill it with a circle.You can put the stems of your fake flowers in the arrangement you want.Add a bouquet of fake sunflowers or bright colors.Tie a ribbon around the hat box.
Step 7: You can surprise your loved one with a hat box arrangement.
The method uses floral foam, real roses, and plant canes.Place the floral foam inside the hat box.Put enough floral foam inside so that it can fit over the top of the hat box.Stick plant canes inside the foam and they will poke out the surface.There is a hat box over the plant canes.Put the stems of the roses into the foam between the box and the lid.Until the entire floral foam is covered in blooms, do it!Adding greenery such as ivy or ferns will compliment your roses.
Step 8: It's time to paint the harbor.
A painting is a simple way to update a hat box.This method uses chalk paint, a paintbrush, and cleaning wipes.To clean the surface of the hat box, wipe it down with the wipes.Next, apply a layer of chalk paint.You may need a few coats to cover the original surface.Before adding another layer of paint, let the paint dry completely.
Step 9: Your hat box is decorated with stripes.
Adding a pattern to your paint job can make the project more involved.Paint the surface with chalk paint after wiping down the hat box.Frog tape should be applied to the surface of the hat box after the paint is dried.There are spaces between the tape where you want the stripes to be.You can paint the spaces in between with chalk paint.Apply extra coats of paint if you prefer.If the stripes are even, peel off the frog tape.If you like the look of many thin stripes, put out your frog tape for extra wide stripes or keep them close together.
Step 10: It is easy to apply polka dots to your paint job.
Use a paintbrush, a stencil brush, and a polka dot stencil.You can choose the color of the surface of your hat box.Wrap your polka dot stencil around your hat box and tape it to it with painter's tape to keep it secure.To paint the open circles on the stencil, use stencil creme and a stencil brush.Move the stencil to the next part of the hat box after each circle has been filled.Wait until you have painted the whole surface with polka dots.Pink, black, and white are good colors to pair with each other.If you want your decorative paint job to stand the test of time, you need to wait for the paint to dry and spray a single coat of polyurethane on the surface.To make sure you cover all of the circles, move your paintbrush in a circular motion.
Step 11: A 3D mold can be applied.
If you want a more involved project, opt for this method, it takes 2 days to complete.Pick a mold that is like a bird or flowers and superimpose it onto your hat box.Air-dry clay can be used to fill a mold.Pull the shaped clay out of the mold by flipping it upside down.Attach the mold to the hat box with craft glue and paint over the entire surface of the color of your choice.Next day, apply a layer of clear wax over the entire surface of the hat box, including the molds.Dark crafting wax is used to add detail to the mold.This can add even more depth to your mold.You can try other shapes and designs, but you have to use a mold of birds.