If you’re looking for fun and creative ways to entertain your kids, look no further than the humble cardboard box. With a bit of imagination and some basic crafting supplies, you can create many amazing things that will spark your child’s imagination and keep them entertained for hours. The possibilities are endless, from a cardboard castle to a pretend pirate ship. Whether you’re looking for a rainy-day activity or want to spend quality time with your little ones, making something with a cardboard box is a great way to bond and have fun together. So why not try it and see what unique creations you can develop?
Who needs an iPad when you’ve got a cardboard box?
01. A Camper Playhouse
With a few modifications, you could make the camper from Breaking Bad. Just sayin’. Find the how-to here.
02. A Surprisingly Chic Handbag
Find the tutorial here.
03. Your Cat’s Dream Home
04. A Washing Machine
I love the creative use of the hamper. Find out more here.
05. A Dryer, Too
Learn more (in Spanish) here.
06. A Grocer’s Shopfront
“Hey. Got any grapes?” Find the how-to here.
07. A Bed That Won’t Hurt Your Sock Monkey’s Back
Find the tutorial here.
08. A Gas Pump
The cool thing about this gas is that it doesn’t cost five bucks a gallon! Find the DIY deets here.
09. A Backyard Playhouse
“Hi, I’d like to mail this package and order a knish, please.”
10. A Kitchen Sink And Stove
11. You Can Also Make A Stove Using Old CDs
How cool is that? Find the how-to here.
12. A Town For Lego Toys To Populate
See more here.
13. A Maze To End All Mazes
14. A Sewing Machine
Find the tutorial here.
15. This Phone That Doesn’t Even Text
This might be the first rotary phone your kids ever see. Find the how-to here.
16. A Castle
Learn more here.
17. A Stoplight
Click here and scroll down for the tutorial.
18. Guitars
Learn how to make these here.
19. A Pair Of Amps That Almost Certainly Go To “11.”
This was part of an adorable rock star-themed birthday party.
20. A Charming Red Barn
Learn how to raise this barn here.
21. A Pirate Ship
22. A Deer Head Wall Hanging
Find out how to make this bad boy here.
23. A Ball Maze
This one is great fun for younger kids. Find the how-to here.
24. Planes
Find the tutorial here.
25. Trains
This train was part of a super cute cardboard box-themed birthday party.
26. And Automobiles
Find the tutorial here.
27. A Big (Little) City
28. A Coffee Shop
Find more photos of the cutest Starbucks rival ever here.
29. An Elevator
Learn more here.
30. Cars For A Backyard Drive-In Party
See more of this cute kid’s birthday party here.
31. Lastly, You Have To Try This Ten Minute DIY Transformers Costume
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