Here’s another quick washi tape project to inspire each of you. I took a run to Michael’s in hopes of finding the crafting tape that others have been posting about. No luck. Sometimes I hate asking for help, because 9 times out of 10 they tell me ‘no’ and minutes thereafter I find it. Rolling eyes, right?
This visit was no exception. I asked. They said, “No.” So, I kept strolling down all of the aisles until I stumbled upon some tissue tape by Jim Holtz idea-ology line. Oh my goodness cute and it had a vintage flair. Win-Win!! This stuff is not cheap, but I justified it with a coupon {smile}.
So, let’s grab our supplies and get this project started.
Supplies:
and an X-acto knife.
We then start to wrap.
You’re going to wrap the tape from one side down
and around to the other side and trim.
And you’ll do this until you can’t see your kraft colored box anymore.
So far, So easy. Right?
Once the bottom is covered, you can call it quits and fall in {love} with the
mis-matched packaging as seen below —or— you can move on to the lid.
I had planned all along to do the entire box.
Alrighty then, let’s move on to the lid. Soooo, you can do this one of two ways.
Start by wrapping the tape around the lip/edging of the lid of the box as you can see
below –or– you can do the side to side taping first to cover the top. Either way,
you’re going to have to do the lip/edging. When you do it is completely up to you!
After you’ve placed your tape on the lip/edging, you’ll want to make a slit in
all four corners of the tape with your exacto knife (see below).
Then you’ll press each flap over and down like so.
I did the lip, then the side to side to cover the top of the box and another layer on the lip.
I really liked how this tape layered. However, everything is really a matter of preference
to your specific project. Isn’t that great? There’s so much freedom in art and crafting.
Once you’ve folded over all four sides — your box is done!
I quickly moved on to box number two.
….and Voila!
Super fun, right? Washi Tape is so much fun to work with…
Be sure to check out my Washi Tape Chipboard Decor too!
Be sure to check out my Washi Tape Chipboard Decor too!
Holli says
04/13/2012 at 5:14 amReally cute!!!!!
Claire says
04/13/2012 at 5:33 amAdorable and SO beautifully styled in your photos! I ended up finding the crafting tape in a section of their newest products (card blanks, stamps, printed cardstock and ink). It was on a display in the middle of the aisles.
Claire @ alittlesomethinginthemeantime.blogspot.com
Danni Baird @ Silo Hill Farm says
04/13/2012 at 5:40 amCute boxes and love that tape design. Still haven't found washi tape…..arghhhhh!
Renewed Upon a Dream says
04/13/2012 at 6:32 amOh very cute. That tape you found is so pretty!
Holly @ A Baker's House says
04/13/2012 at 7:36 amThis is a great idea! Thanks for so many pictures along the way. I'll have to give this a try.
Nat and Holly says
04/13/2012 at 8:44 amThese boxes are beautiful Kelly! I love that tissue tape… I'll have to be on the look out for it at Michaels. Oh, and I have that same things happen ALL the time. I usually don't ask anymore, I just wander around the store until I find it 🙂
jess says
04/13/2012 at 10:16 amI love that tape! They turned out absolutely beautiful!
Michelle @ Michelles Tasty Creations says
04/13/2012 at 10:23 amYou have the greatest crafting ideas! I love finding another crafter to follow. I followed you over from Southern Lovely and would love it if you linked up this and any other posts you would like to. http://www.michellestastycreations.blogspot.com. Have a great week.
Hugs,
Michelle
Bliss says
04/13/2012 at 4:39 pmI was at Michaels today and saw this stuff but didn't know what to use it for. I should of read these posts sooner!
Bliss
Sara Grace says
04/13/2012 at 6:19 pmisn't Washi Tape so awesome?! Love this craft, too!
Maureen Hayes says
04/13/2012 at 8:42 pmI love this and I happen to have that exact tape sitting around, I had ordered it from Stamoington for another project and them couldn't get the other pieces I needed, now I know what to use it for! I love the uses people are coming up with for Washi tape, it is inspiring. I am glad it isn't just my Michaels that has such crummy customer service, at least I am not suffering alone! I have begun to order online a lot more, I get better service and better prices!
Kelley @ TheGrantLife.com says
04/13/2012 at 8:55 pmOhh.. another great washi project! And yes.. the workers at Michaels have NO IDEA where things are! Grrrrrr
Roxanne Reinhart says
04/15/2012 at 9:41 amI love your new boxes – very cute. I am your newest follower. Found you through Sunday Social.
Holli says
04/15/2012 at 12:00 pmso I know I already commented but can I just say you have awesome tutorials!! I'm not very crafty by nature, just a "wannabe" but your posts make me feel like even I can do it. I'm so looking for these paper tapes. I'll link it back to you if I ever do anything with it 🙂 thanks again for great inspiration!!!!
Katie @ Paisley Print Shoes says
04/16/2012 at 7:14 amwhat a fun idea!! i never would have thought of it!
Erin says
04/16/2012 at 10:02 amHow cool. My friend is constantly talking about washi tape. I'll have to go find some. Thanks!
Amy F says
04/16/2012 at 11:22 amI JUST found the washi tape at Michaels. And it's half price this week. Double score! Great project!
Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says
04/16/2012 at 7:56 pmSo clever Kelly!! they look incredible!
4 Sisters @ bringingbeauty.blogspot.com says
04/17/2012 at 3:55 pmThis is brilliant! Thanks for sharing at Bringing Beauty!
Donna Wilkes says
04/17/2012 at 8:42 pmI so sad. I just found you. I am a washi tape fanatic and I was too late for the party. Boo-hoo. I love your gift box. I use washi tape on small glassine envelopes that I also stamp. I put small notes (from images I get from The Graphics Fairy) in each. Try Pretty Tape (Facebook) also known as cutetape.com (i think- I have her on speed dial for quick ordering!) Happy taping!
lindsay says
04/18/2012 at 5:15 amThese are so stinking cute! I need to get my hands on some Washi tape and try it out. I've been seeing all these cute projects. Just one more thing to add to my list!!
Bethany @ A Fish Who Likes Flowers says
04/18/2012 at 4:41 pmThese are seriously cute! I've never tried washi tape before (don't gasp at me, i know I'm behind the curve) but I love this idea! Thanks for the inspiration!
Partycraft Secrets says
04/18/2012 at 10:28 pmsoooo cute – I'm off to the store to pick up some more tape… as soon as I finish teh dishes… sigh!
Sarah says
04/19/2012 at 7:22 amI love these! I searched all over Michael's too and didn't have much luck next time I will look for tissue tape. These are just adorable! Thanks for sharing them and your yummy cookies over at The Winthrop Chronicles!
Katie @ Little Becky Homecky says
04/19/2012 at 8:21 amThat is so cute! Great job! I need to get my hands on some washi tape asap!
Pam says
04/19/2012 at 1:04 pmAdorable
Kelley @ TheGrantLife.com says
04/19/2012 at 9:25 pmThanks for linking up last week! Im featuring this tomorrow 🙂
Heather says
04/20/2012 at 7:24 amThanks for sharing this tute! Love it – so pretty! I have never used Washi tape but think I need to get on the bandwagon now! Do you remember what isle you found the tissue tape in, at Michaels…I have the same experience as you….look for 10 minutes, finally find someone to help who says they don't carry the item, then find it on my own 2 minutes later!!! Ha! So glad I found your blog – I am your newest follower. Please visit my blog to say hello – I love to make new bloggy friends 🙂 Follow me back if you would like to keep in touch!
Lowri says
04/21/2012 at 2:44 pmAwesome idea – I have some of this tape AND some boxes – can't wait to try it!
Thanks for sharing
Lowri 🙂
Create With Joy says
04/22/2012 at 10:36 pmI love your project – have tons of Washi tape lying around just begging to be used!
I host an weekly party called Inspire Me Monday. I would love for you to share this with us, and to add us to the list of places you share your creative talents each week! Our current party is now open! 🙂
Create With Joy
http://create-with-joy.com
Abbie says
04/27/2012 at 7:38 amSo, SO cute!
I still have yet to jump on the washi tape bandwagon, but I don't know why not? It's obviously fabulous stuff! : )
Thanks so much for linking up!
Holly McMannes says
06/07/2012 at 1:38 pmFYI. Just to let you know the guy’s name is Tim Holtz , not Jim. I know his T looks like a J when he signs his name.