Cardboard Box Christmas Crafts

by Jenna Nov 08, 2024

Moving house this Christmas? Don't throw away those moving boxes! Make these cute cardboard box Christmas crafts instead! 12 Festive Cardboard Box Christmas Crafts to Try

Christmas chaos is coming pretty soon and many of us have already started on the Christmas shopping! If you are also throwing a house move into the mix this festive season, then why not reuse your moving boxes to make cardboard box Christmas crafts? 

Reusing moving boxes for Christmas crafts is a creative and sustainable way to add a personal touch to your holiday decorations while reducing waste. 

Instead of discarding those sturdy cardboard boxes after your recent move, consider transforming them into festive decorations, gift packaging, or even DIY ornaments. From making unique gift boxes to creating charming holiday scenes, the possibilities are endless. Not only does this practice promote eco-friendliness, but it also offers a fun and engaging activity for families and friends to enjoy together during the holiday season. Embrace the spirit of creativity and sustainability this Christmas by giving your old moving boxes a new life.

The kids are going to LOVE these cardboard box Christmas crafts!

1. Cardboard Box Snowmen

Cardboard Box Snowman

Cardboard Box Snowman

 

These guys are SOOO cute and what a fun way to wrap the presents for the kids. We love the Snowmen but you can do all sorts of festive characters - Elves, Santas, Reindeers even.

 

Cardboard Box Santas

2. Cardboard Box Sleigh

Cardboard Box Sleigh

Cardboard Box Sleigh

Another great idea for larger moving boxes is to craft a sleigh out of it - great for the pets, kids and even to store wrapped Christmas gifts. 

Cardboard Box Sleigh

3. Cardboard Box Christmas Train

Another great way to store Christmas presents around the tree is to make your very own Polar Express! Of course, box trains are popular year round but with the right colours and decorations, you can easily make a Christmas train version. 

Cardboard Box Train

4. Nativity Scene or Christmas Village

Build a nativity scene using various cardboard boxes to create figures and structures. Paint them or use fabric scraps for added texture. Create a mini Christmas village by cutting and decorating multiple boxes to look like houses, trees, and shops, then display them together.

5. Elf on the Shelf Ideas Using a Cardboard Box

If you're a fan of Elf on the Shelf, you can make his December 1st return extra special by using a cardboard box. You can also make a mega box fort for your Elves - the kids will love it! 

Cardboard Box Elf on the Shelf Ideas

6. Gift Wrapping Using Cardboard Boxes

This is probably the most common way to reuse moving boxes. Use them as gift boxes for presents. Decorate them with paint, wrapping paper, or holiday-themed stickers for a personal touch. You can also make custom Christmas cards and gift tags from cardboard. 

Christmas boxes

7. Cardboard Box Christmas Decorations

Or, if you are extra crafty and like to decorate your house for Christmas, consider making an outdoor decoration using those leftover moving boxes. 

Christmas cardboard box ideas

8. Cardboard Box Christmas Ornaments

You can also cut out shapes like stars, trees, or snowflakes from the cardboard. We love these giant Christmas trees but you can do anything - penguins, elves, candy canes!

Christmas tree out of cardboard

9. Cardboard Box Advent Calendar

Use small cardboard boxes to create an advent calendar. Number each box and fill them with treats or small gifts for each day leading up to Christmas.

10. Cardboard Box Mail Box 

Post your Santa Mail with this adorable idea! 

Cardboard Box Mail Box

11. Cardboard Box Fire Place

This is a popular Christmas decoration, especially in home without a traditional fireplace. Kids often get confused how Santa can leave them gifts if there is no chimney or fireplace. Problem solved! 

Christmas fireplace cardboard boxes

12. Christmas Gingerbread House out of Cardboard Boxes

Cardboard Box Christmas cubby house

Box forts and box castles are always a hit! If you're moving around Christmas, it seems necessary to craft a Gingerbread House out of the moving boxes for the kids. What a great way to get them excited and comfortable in their new home. 

Cardboard Box Gingerbread House

 

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