Valentine’s day Wooden Gift Box
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There were rooms and rooms of stuff. This was my first time there and it was a bit overwhelming. So much stuff and even a few boxes. But I was out of luck. All the boxes were overpriced. At least they were for me, who is used to free. I found some boxes, but the price was $10. I could have gotten a new one for that price at Michael’s. Instead I bought this. It was on sale for $2.
Not exactly a box, but it was a start.
Here is a picture of the sanded side and you can see the rectangular shape which is the stubborn glue. It has now officially been renamed the cigar box from glue hell!
And that Salvation Army store was an eye opener for me. Have you ever been to one? What did you buy.
And even better this Valentine’s Day Wooden Gift Box can be used all year long (my favorite part).
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I love this, Mary! I think it looks great. What a clever way to use the thrift store bowl.
After going thru all that trouble to buy that bowl I just had to use it.
Love your little box you created, did you try Goo-Gone to get the glue remains off? I’ve had good luck with that.
I’m glad to see the party will be open for awhile, I plan to have some Valentine’s Day posts but just haven’t gotten to them yet!
Tania
Tania I don’t know what that is. In fact I never expected to have so much trouble with it. I’ll keep it in mind for the future. Thanks. And we’ll be looking forward to seeing your projects here too.
Mary, this is darling! You managed to come up with the best ways to recycle objects and this wooden gift box for Valentine’s Day is no exception! Great job in making this!
Gail thank you so much. I had so much trouble with this one I ended up writing the post last night. But everything turned out for the best in the end.
Mary, this is a beautiful wooden box. It gives me great pleasure to see that one of my ideas inspired great ideas on others. It gives a bit more meaning and value to what we do in blogging, hopefully give others inspiration and a bit of beauty. Thank you!
Thank you Jasmine. I was racking my brain trying to come up with a project when I saw yours. And that is when the light bulb came on! And just in time too because I was running out of days. I really love your project with the overlapping trees.
Mary, I really like how you decorated the cigar box, that glue was being a stinker huh?!! The paint and fabric are lovely. The chocolate looks delicious. I hardly go to thrift stores because the prices are usually higher than I like to pay for second hand stuff. However I always thought that the Salvation Army was cheaper with their prices but then again you’re in New York so maybe that has something to do with the higher prices. That’s one of the reasons I love garage sales, the prices are usually irresistible.
Keri it was my first time at a thrift store, I really didn’t know what to expect. But I’m glad I shopped my house instead. I guess I’m lucky that my dad doesn’t throw anything away. I too like going to yard sales but right now I don’t know if there are any going on. I mean it is kind of cold and there was snow…
That’s ok everything worked out in the end. 🙂
I have come to believe that there is no obstacle you cannot overcome! I really do love the shape of that cigar box though…and I do think you can use it year round.
Haven’t been to a Salvation Army store, but we have a Goodwill store that I imagine would be similar. Hit or Miss.
Have a great day my friend.
Hugs, LYnn
Lynn I was very frustrated to find that my first visit to a thrift store in 20 years yielded only a ceramic bowl. But the cigar box is definitely a keeper. Thanks for your support.
What a wonderful box and your color choices are so pretty together! I love how the bowl fits perfectly inside! We have Salvation Army stores nearby. All kinds of fun things can be found. -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
I did luck out Marci in that the box and bowl were a perfect fit. Maybe I should come to your Salvation Army store next time.
Mary, The gift box is fabulous! It has a wonderful old world charm to it. The fabrics you used are just perfect for that look. Glad you were able to use your candy dish too!
I totally agree with your old world charm assessment Laurie. I am so glad I took the fabric with me when I went on my trip.
Hello Mary,
what a lovely box it has become! I think I really love it because it’s not red and one still gets the message: Valentine. You’ve got the perfect fabric for the hearts. And the bowl looks great too with or without chocolates – are there any left?
Have a great Sunday,
Marjan
Marjan the chocolates are almost gone. But the fabric is great! I wanted to use it for all year not just Valentines. After all it is only one day.
LOL, Silly glue. We always use thinners or lighter fluid, but your glue looks like it’s super tough. Your box turned out amazing though Mary, love the pattern on the fabric. So timeless
We tried that too. I was really confounded by that cigar box. But at least I found a way to cover up the mess.
I love this box! The fabric hearts are lovely! And I those chocolates wouldn’t last a day in my house! 😂
T’onna they are going pretty fast here too.
I love the box Mary! I think it turned out so pretty! Love the colors. Glad you decided to go subtle instead of red that way you can use it after Valentines Day as well.
I’ve been to a Salvation Army store a few times, but go to Goodwill more because we have one just a few miles away. I love looking through both, and sometimes I get lucky and find good buy.
Yes I really didn’t want the red, it is so limiting. Maybe I should look for a Goodwill store around my area Linda.
What a great of re-purposing! I also love that you can use this box year round and not just on Valentine’s Day. The upcycling on this project really enhances the box and shows how it can serve another use.
I really wanted to avoid the Valentine’s Day red in your face look. This can be given as a gift on its’ own. Thanks Brooke.
Mary I have never been to the salvation army but to goodwill for sure. That would have been the price of a new box at Micheals easily and you did well in looking through your dad´s stuff! Who knows what else you might find! The cigar box turned out so pretty and the hearts so cute and I like that it can be used all year long!
Actually Katrin we went to Michael’s first and a box was $10. But I thought I could find one cheaper at the thrift store. Boy was I wrong. I’ll have to look for a Goodwill next.
I knew this was your Valentine’s Wooden Box as soon as I saw it at one of the link parties, Mary! It has your signature “crafting with fabric” and I love your non-traditional Valentine’s colors and pattern. You must be having so much fun with access to all your favorite retailers while in the US. Happy crafting and thanks for the Valentine’s link up!
Oh thanks Marie. I had not realized that I had a signature style. I am having a ball not going sight seeming but going to all the craft stores. Can you imagine how much fun I’d have if I was here when the weather is warmer? I’d go to all the yard and garage sales.
Mary, that turned out really good. If you ever have stubborn label glue, just use lemon oil (essential oil). It works like a charm! My daughter told me that trick and I couldn’t believe it. Thanks for hosting and don’t let little things get in a way of enjoying your time with your sons 🙂
Now that is a good tip Jas. I’ll have to try that one next time. I most certainly will not let anything get in the way of my time with my sons.
So cool Mary, but I can tell you the chocolates would last about a NY minute around me :).
There are products made specifically for removing stickiness that you can find at any hardware store while in NY.
XXX
Doreen I will not be tempted once I finish them all. 😉
I’ll have to look for the products you are talking about. This was one gooey glue.
I hope you are enjoying yourself!
To tell you the truth I love that it’s not red or pink! I am already looking for inspiration about this year’s valentine craft so I have a lot of reading to do in this link party!
I couldn’t deal with red or pink either, Katerina. I think this is my non-red season. I even got rid of the red Christmas decor. I’ll be looking forward to see what you come up with.
Haha I love how you made your sons go to Salvation Army with you, Mary! It can be such a fun place to get some great finds. So glad you’re getting to spend some quality time with your kids! I love how you got creative with your Valentine’s Day box. Stubborn labels can be a crafter’s nightmare. It’s like they don’t even think of us when they plaster them on there! 😉
Celeste there was a reason why I named it the cigar box from glue hell. Unbelievable. I am having such a great time here with my guys. And they are even helping out here and there.
Mary we say in Ireland you can make a silk purse out of a sows ear ,you take the ordinary and make it something beautiful,love your Valentines Day gift,I like the white on the beautifully made box and your hearts are beautiful,its so nice to not have red/pink everywhere.The bowl found a home and fits in so well.
Mary I agree the red and pink it a bit too much. I think this is a subtle way of doing Valentine’s Day without the overkill. I am so glad you like it and than you for your sweet comment.