{"id":1943,"date":"2025-07-24T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cos.p10.sol1.net\/uncategorized\/craft-diy-easy-to-make-cardboard-box-art-easel\/"},"modified":"2025-07-25T06:31:39","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T06:31:39","slug":"diy-cardboard-box-easel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/cospedia\/diy-cardboard-box-easel","title":{"rendered":"Craft DIY: Easy-to-make Cardboard Box Art Easel"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1943\" class=\"elementor elementor-1943\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f31778f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f31778f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b046ff4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b046ff4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"531\">Looking for a simple, budget-friendly way to spark creativity at home, in the classroom, or your art space. A DIY cardboard easel is the perfect solution.<\/p><p data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"550\">This fun and practical project transforms ordinary cardboard into something truly useful and a little bit magical. Using recycled materials and just a few basic tools, you can create a custom easel that works for any space or purpose.<\/p><p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"773\">Whether you\u2019re a parent encouraging your child\u2019s imagination, a teacher looking for an affordable classroom resource, or an artist in need of a lightweight display stand, a cardboard easel is a smart, eco-friendly choice.<\/p><p data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"1089\">By upcycling cardboard, you\u2019re not only reducing waste, you\u2019re giving it a second life. In this guide, we\u2019ll take you step-by-step through building your own cardboard easel.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-29323ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"29323ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"237\">\ud83e\uddf0 <strong>What You\u2019ll Need:<\/strong><\/h3><ul><li data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"294\"><a title=\"1 large cardboard\/carton\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=carton%20box&amp;pb=10&amp;categories=421060&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 large cardboard\/carton<\/a> box (e.g., a shipping or moving box)<\/li><li data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"294\"><a title=\"Scissors\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=scissors&amp;pb=10&amp;categories=507619&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scissors<\/a> or a <a title=\"snap cutter\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=snap%20cutter&amp;pb=10&amp;categories=422010%7C4220%7C42&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">snap cutter<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"294\"><a title=\"Duct tape\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=DUCT%20TAPE&amp;pb=10&amp;categories=425050&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Duct tape<\/a> or packing tape<\/li><li data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"294\"><a title=\"Double side tape\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=DOUBLE%20SIDED%20TAPE&amp;pb=10&amp;categories=509360%7C5093&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Double sided tape<\/a><\/li><li data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"294\">Optional: <a title=\"Paint\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=paint&amp;pb=10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paint<\/a>, <a title=\"markers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=coloured%20markers&amp;pb=10&amp;categories=252520&amp;brands=&amp;symbols=&amp;sortBy=Popularity_ASC&amp;p=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">markers<\/a>, <a title=\"crayons\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/search?searchTerm=crayons&amp;pb=10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">crayons<\/a>, or stickers for decoration<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6b48a30 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6b48a30\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5cbc91e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5cbc91e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"545\"><strong>\u2702\ufe0fStep-by-Step Instructions:<\/strong><\/h3><h4 data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"669\"><strong data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"585\">1. Choose and Flatten the Box<\/strong><\/h4><p data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"669\">Open the cardboard box completely using a snap cutter or scissors and lay it flat. Remove any flaps if necessary.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"878\"><strong data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"703\">2. Cut Two Equal Panels<\/strong><\/h4><p data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"878\">Cut out two large rectangular pieces from the box. Each should be around 40cm x 60cm (adjust depending on your preference). These will form the front and back of the easel.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"1085\"><strong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"912\">3. Form the Easel Shape<br data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"481\" \/><\/strong><\/h4><p data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"1085\">Position the two panels together in a standing \u2018A\u2019 frame or tent-like shape, with the top corners touching.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1231\"><strong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1117\">4. Secure the Top<\/strong><\/h4><p data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"747\">Use duct tape to attach the top edges of the panels together. This creates a foldable stand that opens like a tent.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1231\"><strong>5. Add Double-Sided Tape<\/strong><\/h4><p data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"903\">Stick double-sided tape to each corner on both sides of the panels. This will help hold the easel panels in place and provide extra stability when it\u2019s standing.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1445\"><strong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1261\">5. Make a Support Strap<\/strong><\/h4><p data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"1185\">Cut a long strip of duct tape (about 66cm or 26 inches long). Tape one end to the bottom edge of one panel where you placed the double-sided tape), then stretch it across and secure the other end to the opposite panel. This strap will prevent the easel from opening too wide and help it maintain its shape.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1659\"><strong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1470\">6. Attach the Artwork Sheet<\/strong><\/h4><p data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1355\">Choose a sheet smaller than your easel panels. Use masking tape around the edges of the sheet, then stick it in the centre of one panel.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1896\"><strong data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1802\">8. Decorate!<\/strong><\/h4><p data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1495\">Decorate your easel using paint, stickers, markers, or colorful paper. Make it as fun and personal as you like!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d5907ed e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d5907ed\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0b63fd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d0b63fd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">\ud83c\udfa5 Check out the video to learn how to make your own DIY cardboard easel!<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa181cc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"fa181cc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-50f00e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"50f00e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/youtu.be\\\/-ZjO7WV9X3k&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;,&quot;controls&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-video\"><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class='watch-action'><div class='watch-position align-left'><div class='action-like'><a class='lbg-style3 like-1943 jlk' href='javascript:void(0)' data-task='like' data-post_id='1943' data-nonce='c60003f6ba' rel='nofollow'><img class='wti-pixel' src='https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/plugins\/wti-like-post\/images\/pixel.gif' title='Did you find this useful?' \/><span class='lc-1943 lc'>0<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class='action-unlike'><a class='unlbg-style3 unlike-1943 jlk' href='javascript:void(0)' data-task='unlike' data-post_id='1943' data-nonce='c60003f6ba' rel='nofollow'><img class='wti-pixel' src='https:\/\/www.cos.net.au\/c\/wp-content\/plugins\/wti-like-post\/images\/pixel.gif' title='' \/><span class='unlc-1943 unlc'>0<\/span><\/a><\/div> <\/div> <div class='status-1943 status align-left'><\/div><\/div><div class='wti-clear'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a simple, budget-friendly way to spark creativity at home, in the classroom, or your art space. 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