[Milk Carton Crafts] Fun ideas for elementary school kids. Perfect for summer vacation homework!

House-shaped storage shelf

A tiny house-shaped storage shelf made from a milk carton

Don’t milk cartons look like little houses? Let’s make a house-shaped storage shelf inspired by that shape! It’s a fun summer break craft to do with your kids while thinking about recycling.

The basic method is to cut the milk carton and decorate it with things like craft bands.

When making the shelf section, you’ll be cutting right along the edge of the carton, so be careful when using a utility knife.

Feel free to decorate the walls, roof, and windows however you like! You can display it in your room as a miniature house or use it to store your favorite items.

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miyabi

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Drawer organizer

A drawer organizer made from a milk carton

A pull-out drawer organizer is really handy to have, isn’t it? We’ll make one by covering milk cartons with fabric, and the great thing is that thanks to the fabric, it won’t look like it’s made from milk cartons.

Use two cartons to create the outer case and the inner drawer.

Make the inner part about 5 mm smaller so it slides in and out smoothly.

Brush a diluted wood glue on both pieces and apply your favorite fabric.

Using different fabrics for the outside and inside makes it extra cute.

Since it’s hard to pull out as is, attach a handle to finish it off.

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utatane

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Target game made from a milk carton

Target Game with Milk Cartons

Let’s make a target at home with things you already have! Here’s an idea for a target game using a milk carton.

Milk cartons are a great material because, with a bit of creativity, you can turn them into all kinds of homemade toys.

This time, we’ll make a shuriken (throwing star) target using a milk carton.

You’ll need a milk carton, scissors, and a motif made from drawings or construction paper.

Just cut the milk carton and set the pieces down, and they transform into a target! It’s also fun that you can attach your favorite illustrations or motifs.

Pinwheel hat made from a milk carton

Building physical fitness through childcare! [Milk carton pinwheel hat]

A windmill attached to a hat! Here’s an idea for a windmill hat made from a milk carton.

You’ll need a milk carton, scissors, a bamboo skewer, duct tape, and a straw.

Wear the hat made from the milk carton and run—the windmill’s propeller will spin.

It’s a unique idea, perfect for kids who love running and being active.

It’s also fun to customize the design by drawing illustrations of cats, dogs, or monkeys.

Give it a try and have fun making and playing with it!

Jack-in-the-box made from a milk carton

[Easy Craft] A jack-in-the-box that surprises you every time! A simple and fun craft using a milk carton #craft #jackinthebox #birthday #gift #dollarstore

Let’s make a perfect jack-in-the-box for birthday parties and celebrations, and have some thrilling fun with five-year-olds! First, flatten a milk carton and cut it into 5 cm-wide strips.

Decorating the cut pieces with hologram stickers will enhance the look.

Make small slits above and below around the center and hook a rubber band into them.

Fold it the other way, and you’ve created a mechanism that springs up with the power of the rubber band! Make several of these to match the size of your box.

Prepare some confetti as well and set everything in the box.

You can also add a message or a small gift.

When the lid is opened, the springy pieces and confetti pop out—this jack-in-the-box is a surefire hit that’s exciting every time you open it!

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tsukada moe

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A lantern made by cutting slits into a milk carton

Let's make a lantern using a milk carton

Let’s try making a lantern using a milk carton.

This lantern has such a striking shape that you might not even realize it started as a milk carton.

First, open up the carton; leave two panels as they are, and trim the other two panels slightly.

Use a permanent marker to add vertical patterns, then make slits perpendicular to those patterns.

Wrap it around in a circle and fasten it with a stapler.

Punch holes with a hole punch, thread a string through, and it’s done.

By getting creative with colors and designs for the patterns, you can make lots of colorful lanterns.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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milk carton car

[Handmade Toy] How to Make a Milk Carton Car

Here’s an idea for a milk carton car that you can actually ride and enjoy.

This project uses a plant stand with casters and milk cartons to make a vehicle.

Once the base is complete, cover it with felt and decorate it.

The visual design is up to you, but it’s a good idea to use popular characters as motifs.

You could also model it after an Anpanman car.

By the way, the plant stand with casters can be purchased at a 100-yen shop.

It’s a very cost-effective idea, don’t you think?

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