Where to buy cardboard moving boxes?
There are more than 101 things to do with cardboard boxes, and besides building an actual skyscraper or luxury ocean liner, almost anything can be made out of a moving box. From napkin rings and picture frames to castles, airplanes, and rocket ships, it would appear that when it comes to cardboard, inventions range from the sublimely simple to museum-worthy art pieces.
invites the world to play with cardboard and build anything they can dream up. With 46 participating countries and almost 500 events in the United States alone, thousands of children around the world have the opportunity to bring their ideas to life with their cardboard creations. Here are a few humble ideas for a day of play with your moving boxes that will offer a welcome respite from the stress of moving.
1. Blast Off!
If the cost of rocket fuel is prohibiting your space adventure plans, build a cardboard rocket. Not only is this a zero emissions project, the materials you need to build your rocket are reusable and recyclable. Depending on the desired size of your spaceship, you’ll need either a large refrigerator or wardrobe box. A simple Google search “how to build a cardboard rocket” will yield loads of helpful hints.
2. Stylish Storage
If you’re like most people keeping your home looking tidy and stylish is a daily challenge. All you need is a couple of cardboard moving boxes, fabric or beautifully designed wrapping paper and you’ve suddenly got a great looking storage box. Gold screws bolts and spray adhesive will help hold a fabric or wrapping paper cover in place. Add a rope or an old belt if you want to add an accessory for carrying.
3. Happily Ever After
If you move during the fall or winter months building a cardboard castle during a rainy or snowy afternoon will keep the kids busy for hours while you organize the house. Built by Kids offers an easy tutorial, which, believe it or not, are not easy to find when it comes to building a castle out of cardboard:
4. Disposable Income
There is nothing like heavy furniture to bog down a move. Corrugated cardboard office furniture designed by is Ideally suited for anyone who moves a lot, or college students studying far away from home. Besides, your Prius will love it!
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