Nothing says "I Love You" like a sweet little gift wrapped in a pretty box. For Valentine's Day this year, I'm surprising my two kids with these beautiful gift boxes filled with fun treats! I've wanted to start the tradition of using the same boxes each year, and as soon as I saw the "Love Notes" collection, I knew I could use the papers and embellishments to create gorgeous little boxes.
I picked up several cubed-sized white boxes at my local craft store and decided to decorate the tops. I started by trimming patterned paper to fit the top of each box. Then I added fun layers of tags, frames, stickers and clothespins. There really are no rules when it comes to layering. I like to begin with my flatter papers and stickers and then add the dimensional tags, chipboard and flair. By layering the elements in this way, you can add so much texture and interest to a project.
I filled each box with some shredded paper and a little gift. I kept the gifts rather simple: candy, a small toy and a Valentine's craft. It's not the gifts that say "I Love You", but the thought and meaning behind each box.
I can't wait to see my children's faces on Valentine's Day when they find these beautiful boxes on our table. And I'm looking forward to many more years of using these boxes to hold special "I Love You" gifts.
oh they look gorgeous! I love the soft colour palette and cute details!
Posted by: Kasia | January 28, 2014 at 02:44 AM
What a cute idea this is just adorable.
Posted by: Tammy Dee Ritchie | January 28, 2014 at 08:01 AM
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! These are so cute Steph!
Posted by: Stephanie Buice | January 28, 2014 at 10:23 AM
These are so cute!!
Posted by: Lisa C. | January 28, 2014 at 03:48 PM
Awesome project, Steph! So pretty.
Posted by: Anabelle | January 29, 2014 at 04:10 AM
The love mix box is my favourite but they're all gorgeous!
Posted by: Kitscard | January 29, 2014 at 05:25 AM