DIY Affirmation, Prayer or Wish Box Ideas
We’re sharing DIY affirmation, prayer or wish box ideas as we team up with the fabulous ladies of the Handcrafted Society today.
This month our theme is something geometric and the inspiration for this post came in the most unlikely place.
I was looking for sleep away camp care package ideas when I heard about some flight attendants who had fellow passengers write marriage advice on napkins to a couple who was traveling to their destination wedding.
The following day, one of my favorite vloggers shared she keeps her fortune cookie messages in a special keepsake box.
I also keep sentimental ephemera and it’s always fun to dig back through the treasure box to relive each moment.
So, I wanted to share simple ways you can create a time capsule, gift of encouragement or a place to hold your favorite memories with a DIY affirmation, prayer or wish box ideas.
DIY Affirmation, Prayer or Wish Box Ideas…
Supplies:
- Scrapbook Paper or Napkins (I bought these from Michaels)
- Box (I bought this box from Michaels, you can find the mint box at the grocery store)
- Cardboard Tube (you can also use a paper towel tube)
- Craft Paint or Spray Paint (if your box needs to be painted)
- Scissors
- Glue
- Glue Brush
- Double Sided Tape, optional
- Pen or Markers
- Ribbon, optional
Steps:
Gather your supplies and make sure your work surface is clean.
This project can be messy, so consider laying a tarp down to cover your work area.
Paint or spray paint your box or tube.
Be sure to read all the instructions on your craft paint or spray paint container, paint in a well-ventilated area and allow plenty of drying time between coats.
Once your box or tube is completely dry, use glue and a glue brush to apply your paper medium of choice.
I used star napkins for the box and lids.
And star scrapbook paper for the DIY wish tube.
Keep in mind, if you’re using napkins you’ll need to separate the layers as most napkins are 2 or 3 ply.
I applied one coat of glue to get the napkin to stick to the box.
Then used another goat of glue as a top coat.
Napkins are delicate like tissue paper, so be careful as you’re applying the glue top coat.
Decoupage is one of those perfectly imperfect techniques.
It’s totally fine if you’re DIY affirmation, prayer or wish box comes out a little wrinkled.
Another thing to note is that I had to use both double sided tape and glue to get the scrapbook paper to stick to the tube.
Once you have the paper secured to the tube, you’ll need to add glue around the inside of the opening.
Twist a small piece of napkin remnant.
Secure the napkin remnants inside one end of the tube until the hole is completely covered.
Next, using caution and care as scissors will be sharp, cut scrapbook paper into strips.
Keep in mind, you’re going to write a note on each strip so don’t make them too small or narrow.
Finally, add your messages of encouragement, words of affirmation, daily quotes, prayers or wishes to the box or tube.
Once you’ve finished adding notes, treats or sentimental items to the tube, repeat the process shared above to close the other end up.
Enjoy or gift!
What We Love About DIY Affirmation, Prayer or Wish Box Ideas…
What we love about DIY affirmation, prayer and wish box ideas is that they can be used in a variety of ways.
They’re easy to slip into a care package no matter if you’re sending the littles something special at camp, a student away at college, a soldier at basic training, or a loved one who needs a pick me up.
You can use them for students or teachers heading back to school, wishes for newlyweds and new parents, and those going through medical treatments or difficult times.
You can also use them to create a time capsule of your year.
Truly, the possibilities are endless.
So, be as creative as you like!
Up Next on the Handcrafted Society Blog Hop…
Be sure to check out what the rest of these fabulous ladies of the Handcrafted Society are sharing.
You’ll be inspired!
Until next time, I’ll see you on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest.
Many blessings,
CoCo
This is such a sweet idea! I could see creating this for someone heading off to college or a new mom. I’m thinking I will make one for my mother, who lives in assisted living. Love the star pattern! Great post!
That is such a great idea, Missy. My Mom volunteers at an assisted living place and the ladies she visits would love these so I’ll have to make some for them too. I swear sometimes it’s the smallest things that makes people happy and lets them know you’re thinking of them. Big hugs, CoCo
CoCo this is just the sweetest idea! You are certainly a star in my eyes! I can’t wait to make an encouragement or wish box for my grand little, and I know she will love it! Sending big hugs your way friend!
You are so sweet, Michelle, thank you! I’m always looking for fun things to send the littles. I know they already have most of what they need at their fingertips but goodness do I miss the days we played til hours fueled by nothing but pbjs, rocket pops and our imagination. Hope your grand little loves this too. They’ve been a hit to everyone I’ve sent it to so far! Big hugs, CoCo
This is such a fun idea, CoCo! The five-sided star is one of my favorite geometric shapes, and I adore how you incorporated it into your project! You’re right, there are endless ways you could use these cute boxes and tubes! Thanks for sharing your creativity, pinning now!
So excited you like this idea, Donna. I send a lot of care packages so I’m hoping it will show others how easy it is to send something special too. It’s always fun to get a little happy mail. Hugs, CoCo
CoCo – I love this idea. I may make one of these for Cindy. 100 days of positive quotes. The star napkins are so cute. Of course, I absolutely love the gold stars. Thank you for always showing us that caring for people doesn’t need to be elaborate or expensive or time consuming. It just needs to be thoughtful. Pinned. Hugs to you.