Bored Panda works better on our iPhone app

Continue in app Continue in browser

User submission

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

ADVERTISEMENT

When my son and his wife gave me some Asian-themed art paper to use in my upcycling projects, I wasn’t sure how I’d use it – until I saw THIS box!

RELATED:

Original storage box

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

It had tears in the paper covering but I loved the bas-relief and hinge details!

I loved the price, too!

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

Hated the bucolic paper…

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

…but luckily, it was TORN, so I felt no compunction about replacing it.

Wait till you see how this matches the paper!

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

The paint was also coming off

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

And the inside was humdrum

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

But it was solid wood

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

ADVERTISEMENT

I put wallpaper inside

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

… bought from a thrift store!

Cut into triangles and soaked to be able to shape under the lid

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

Stripped off the awful paper and repainted the wood silver

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

Here’s the paper that inspired the upcycle!

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

ADVERTISEMENT

See the Greek key that matches the box? Even the florals match the leafy pattern of the bas-relief!

Here’s how the sides look

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

I’m SO pleased with the overall effect!

What to do for the TOP?

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

I didn’t have enough paper to do the top, too, so I seached for an Asian-themed pattern and then modified it to match the colors of the gifted paper.

Here’s how it looks now!

I Upcycled An Old Storage Box With Asian-Themed Art Paper

I sealed it with a number of coats of clear acrylic varnish to make the top waterproof. It doubles as a drinks table and storage box in my living room.

ADVERTISEMENT

Catherine Maven

I am an artist, writer and ESL teacher. I have wacky dreams which often lead to art or stories. Right now, I am focusing my creative energies on upcycling furniture and glass into fun and funky - but USEFUL - items!

I am an artist, writer and ESL teacher. I have wacky dreams which often lead to art or stories. Right now, I am focusing my creative energies on upcycling furniture and glass into fun and funky - but USEFUL - items!

Ieva Midveryte

Hello Pandas! My name is Ieva, though it's often mistaken for the word 'Leva,' and in Lithuanian, it means 'loser' (insert the pain emoji). While I don't take offense if you accidentally call me a loser, I thought I'd share something interesting with you, which I also do professionally at work.Anywayyy, my favorite part here is introducing you to creative people who deserve just as much recognition as famous celebrities. Besides that, I also enjoy memes and funny, lighthearted posts, and occasionally, I find myself drawn to a bit of internet drama.

Hello Pandas! My name is Ieva, though it's often mistaken for the word 'Leva,' and in Lithuanian, it means 'loser' (insert the pain emoji). While I don't take offense if you accidentally call me a loser, I thought I'd share something interesting with you, which I also do professionally at work.Anywayyy, my favorite part here is introducing you to creative people who deserve just as much recognition as famous celebrities. Besides that, I also enjoy memes and funny, lighthearted posts, and occasionally, I find myself drawn to a bit of internet drama.

What do you think ?

You May Like

33 Trendy Bathroom Wallpaper Ideas to Elevate Your Space

Eligijus Sinkunas

10 Stylish Removable Wallpaper Decor Ideas to Transform Your Space

Franka Dervishi

Quartz Countertops Guide: Maintenance Tips & 15 Chic Decor Ideas

Žydrūnė Trukanavičiūtė

Back to Homepage

More about Home & Design

Next in Home & Design

Related on Bored Panda

Related on Bored Panda

Trending on Bored Panda

Also on Bored Panda