Things You'll Need:
- Recycled box (size depends on how many guests are invited)
- Wrapping paper
- Colored plastic wrap/film (optional)
- Ribbon (matching the colors of your wedding)
- Tape
- Scissors
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Step 1
Gather your materials and select the appropriate size recycled box to use.
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Step 2
Cut a hole in the top of the box with scissors. The size of the hole should be large enough for guests to drop a card into easily.
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Step 3
Tape the box if necessary. This will help you with the next step of decorating the card box.
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Step 1
Cut the selected wrapping paper to fit the size of the box and begin wrapping (like you would wrap a present). Choose a solid color if you plan to use colored plastic wrap in your decorating.
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Step 2
Use scissors to cut the same size hole in the wrapping paper at the top of the box.
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Step 3
Cover the wrapped box with the colored plastic wrap or film you have selected and secure with tape.
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Step 4
Use the scissors to cut the same size hole in the wrap or film at the top of the box.
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Step 5
Cut enough ribbon to cover the circumference of the box, and secure the ribbon with tape around the entire box.
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Step 6
Place the bow (handmade or pre-made) wherever you think is appropriate, and fasten with tape.












