Getting crafty with Duct tape

Keeping my scrapbook room clean and organized, is an on going project. It usually looks like a tornado hit it. But I am really trying to make an effort to get it in order, once and for all. Last week, my summer camp class made duct tape wallets. I still have some rolls left over, and decided to put them to use this week.

I needed a place to put some of my art supplies. I was keeping them in a bin, out of sight. But always having to dig through the bin, really slows down the creative process, so I decided that I want some of my frequently used supplies up on my desk, where I can see them.

I had a spare shoe box, and thought it would be perfect to use. So I started out with that. I cut off the lid, and went through the process of measuring, and applying the tape. Then I decided that I might want to keep the lid after all (oops), so I worked on covering it too. Even though I had cut the lid off, I think it still works just by setting it on top. So it worked out fine in the end.

I still needed more space for some of my markers, so I went through our recycling box, and came out with a store brand pop tart box. On a whim, I decided to let my kids try pop tarts for the first time. Big mistake. I see more pop tarts in my shopping future.  By the way, that's my wedding dress in the background. Don't ask.

Next, I cut off all the tabs. That is one sharp x-acto knife. I bought it on clearance when Archiver's went out of business last year. I miss that store so much! When using an x-acto knife, it's wise to use a self healing mat. I'm a scrapbooker, so I have more than one. 

Next step, measure out your strips of duct tape. I covered all sides of the box.

Ta da! It's not perfect, but it was just something I threw together quickly.

I went ahead and lined the rim of the box, just to give it a more polished look.

And here it is with some markers. 

I need more boxes. Way more boxes.