How to Make a Homemade Square Favor Box

Transform an old shoebox into a decorative favor box

Many people like to give party favors to guests at events such as birthday parties, baby showers and holiday get-togethers. Often, the favors relate to the theme of the party. For example, if it is a Valentine's Day party, you might give away chocolates or decorative hearts. One creative way to present party favors is in a homemade decorative box. Like the favors inside, the box can go along with the occasion.

Things You'll Need

• Shoebox
• Ruler or measuring tape
• Construction paper
• Markers
• Scissors
• Glue stick
• Ribbon
• Glitter pens
• Stickers (relating to the party theme)
• Colored tissue paper

Instructions

1. Measure the top and sides of the shoebox, using a ruler or measuring tape. Cut out pieces of construction paper that match the dimensions of the box. Use whatever color construction paper you desire.

2. Glue the construction paper onto the shoebox.

3. Measure the length and width of the box lid and cut two pieces of ribbon for each measurement. Glue the ribbon along the top of the shoebox lid to make an embellishment.

4. Draw designs on the shoebox or write words that relate to the theme of the party or event. For example, if you are throwing a baby shower, decorate the box with drawings of rattles and words such as "It's a Boy!" If you are throwing a birthday party, draw birthday-related pictures and write phrases such as "Jordan is 30!"

5. Add more embellishments to decorate the outside of the box, using the glitter pens and stickers.

6. Place the party favors inside the shoebox along with some colorful tissue paper.

References

• Your Decorating Hotline: How to Make a Decorative Box