You may or may not be aware, but I am a former scrapbooker. I don’t have a lot of time for that hobby anymore, but don’t tell my growing scrapbook paper collection that! I am completely addicted to those little 12×12 sheets.
One of the reasons I love scrapbook paper so very much is that it is so versatile. You can do just about anything with it! Except wear it… maybe. The point I’m trying to make: Scrapbook paper is not just for scrapbooking. It’s also an easy way to give just about anything a fun and colorful makeover. Like this decoupaged crate! Which now happens to be holding a big stash of my own scrapbook paper collection.
I recently had an opportunity to play with the new The Hand+Made collection from Jen Hadfield and Pebbles Inc. It is full of fun bright colors and a lot of gold accents. I have LOTS of big plans to use more of these supplies, but they’ll have to wait until after the holidays.
From the Home+Made collection you will need the following for this project:
Supplies
12×12 Paper Pad
Ombre Wave double sided paper
Chalkboard Sticker
Other supplies needed
wooden crate
decoupage
sponge brush
You can find inexpensive crates just about anywhere these days. This one is from a local home decor store. What drew me to it was that it was already stained and the extra hardware it contained. Before we decoupage the crate we need to remove all of the hardware.
Cut the scrapbook paper according to the slats and size of the crate. Apply decoupage to the crate with sponge brush, applying one sheet of paper at a time. Press firmly for good adhesion and smooth to remove any bubbles. Any excess decoupage that happens to seep out from under the paper will dry clear.
After adding the paper, realign the hardware to find the holes for the screws. Use a paper piercer or some other sharp instrument to poke holes in the paper to mark their positions.
Because the crate gives the entire project a rustic feel, I inked the paper with distress ink to match accordingly.
Apply a layer of decoupage on top of the paper once the ink is dry. Once the decoupage is dry, reinstall the hardware.
I added one of the chalkboard stickers to the front of the crate for labeling. Don’t forget that on new chalkboard surfaces you need to “cure” them by rubbing them all over with chalk then wiping it off. Then you can write whatever you wish on them.
This wooden crate happens to be the perfect size to fit several of my 12×12 paper pads! It’s a great addition to my craft area. And the colors and patterns really brighten up the space!
Isn’t it amazing wall a little paper and glue can do??
Julie says
August 22, 2018 at 3:40 PMThis is lovely, what a great use for your paper collection
Sheri says
August 20, 2018 at 1:55 PMLove this. Thanks for sharing at To Grandma’s House We Go DIY, Crafts, Recipes and More Wednesday Link Party! Pinned it to Pinterest! Hope to have you join the party next week!
Emily says
August 19, 2018 at 12:59 PMWhat a beautiful way to store craft supplies. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Mi bitácora artesanal says
August 13, 2018 at 2:11 AMUna idea estupenda. Decoración muy propia para el fin a conseguir: almacenaje de papeles y abalorios scraps. Felicidades por todo. Saludos y feliz semana!!!
Jann Olson says
April 3, 2018 at 8:57 PMDecoupaging is so fun. Love how fun and colorful this crate is! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
T'onna | Sew Crafty Crochet says
April 2, 2018 at 7:17 PMSuch a gorgeous crate! The scrapbook paper you used is beautiful!! Pinning!!!
Sheri says
April 2, 2018 at 2:04 PMTotally cute! Pinned! Thanks for sharing at the To Grandma’s House We Go DIY, Crafts, Recipes and More Link Party. Hope to see you again this week!
Leanna says
March 28, 2018 at 9:22 AMThis looks great. I would never place one of those ugly plain crates on an open shelf, but with this fix it looks wonderful. Thank you for the inspiration.
Create With Joy says
March 26, 2017 at 5:49 PMI love your project Michelle – you always share such fabulous work!
Congrats – you’re one of our Featured Guests at Inspire Me Monday at Create With Joy – thanks for sharing!
Sara says
March 25, 2017 at 3:59 PMIt looks great! I love the combination of all of the patterns you chose:) Thanks for linking up at the Home Matters Link Party! We hope to see you again next week:) #HomeMattersParty
Julie says
March 24, 2017 at 5:10 AMI love how you did this, you gave it a totally different look and feel. So pretty. I have a small scrapbook paper addiction too so I understand!
Melissa Ruddy says
March 21, 2017 at 4:40 PMWow. Love the colors. It is amazing how much life decoupage papers brought to a plain brown crate.. Nice job.
Ginger M Cochran says
March 20, 2017 at 11:50 AMGreat project! I’d be honored if you visited my blog and linked up to my new linky party, Support Your Fellow Crafters! http://superstinkyboys.blogspot.com/2017/03/support-your-fellow-crafter-linky-party_20.html
Christine says
March 20, 2017 at 10:02 AMYou did an amazing job, it turned out great! Thanks for sharing his at the DI & DI Link Party.
Margo says
November 9, 2015 at 8:43 AMYour crate turned out just beautiful! I can’t wait to try this!
Alli @ Tornadough Alli says
October 14, 2015 at 11:42 AMOMG this is so stinking cute! I love all the patterns and colors on this! I need to get myself a crate or two so I can try this! Love it 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing with us at #ThrowbackThursday we hope to see you again this week!
Helen Gullett says
October 13, 2015 at 7:36 PMThis is fun project! Love the papers you used for your crate! Found you from Inspire Me Monday link up 🙂
Theresa @DearCreatives says
October 12, 2015 at 10:37 PMI used to scrapbook quite a bit. I’d love to make one of these to hold pretty papers. Love the diy. Pinned & shared. Thanks for joining the Inspiration Spotlight party.
Linda says
October 11, 2015 at 11:09 PMLOVELY! Pinned … Couldn’t be nicer. Have a great week. Linda @Crafts a la mode
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
October 11, 2015 at 11:33 AMI love decoupaging and haven’t done it in quite some time. Thanks for the inspiration to get going again! It can be such a fun way to change up your home decor too for the seasons!
Lou Lou Girls says
October 11, 2015 at 10:57 AMThis looks absolutely amazing! Pinned and tweeted. You always bring the most amazing creations to our party. Thank you! I hope to see you again, this Monday at 7 pm. It wouldn’t be a party without you! Lou Lou Girls
Create With Joy says
October 11, 2015 at 3:44 AMI love your crate! Thank you Michelle for sharing your lovely project with us at Inspire Me Monday at Create With Joy! You are one of our Featured Guests at this week’s party -#197!
Joanita Theron says
October 10, 2015 at 3:43 AMThis is awesome! Thank you so much for sharing!
Joanita @ Snickerdoodle Sunday
Linda at Mixed Kreations says
October 9, 2015 at 7:36 AMOh how pretty! What a fun way to dress up a plane crate. Love the different colors of scrapbook paper. Great for storage and pretty too!
Susan says
October 8, 2015 at 11:03 PMThis is so lovely and I can make one of my own from supplies I already have! Thanks for sharing at the #ThisIsHowWeRoll Link Party on Organized 31.
Denise/DIY Crush says
October 6, 2015 at 1:40 PMI never knew a crate could look that cute!! Love it! I’d love to invite you to my new link party!! It’s still going on with only a few entries. Three of them get featured this Thursday!! Please come over! http://www.diy-crush.com/blog/4-non-scary-stick-puppet-spider-tutorials/
Brooke Riley~Re-Fabbed says
October 5, 2015 at 3:12 PMVery cute and clever! LOVE it.
Joanne @ Sea Glass Cottage says
October 4, 2015 at 7:28 PMWhat a great project and a way to pretty up a crate for storage! Thanks for sharing this project.
Keri says
October 4, 2015 at 12:43 PMThis is so cool!! I love how you dressed this crate up!! 🙂
gail says
September 30, 2015 at 2:20 PMwhat a fun (easy) decoupage project Michele! I love the papers you chose. 🙂
gail
Cheryl Lawson says
March 26, 2018 at 10:22 PMHi Michele,
I love to decoupage and really love the crate you did. Whata a colorful storage idea! Thanks for sharing. Happy Easter to you and your family!
Cheryl