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Learn how to make a custom DIY board game box for family play time!
Have an old board game that has all it's pieces, but the original box is in bad shape? Or maybe you wish you could keep your games accessible, but you're tired of the visual clutter? Greg, Alexa, and I play games as a family all the time. Often, however, cardboard game boxes can break down with repeated use. Not to mention, they're not always the prettiest to have out on display. In this tutorial, I'll show you how to make a perfect DIY Board Game Box for your library of card games and board games!
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* Decorative Book Boxes - https://amzn.to/47xikGp (set of three - one small, one medium, and one large)
* Acrylic Paint - https://amzn.to/48mkFVh (any color - I used the Surfboard and Salmon colors) -AND -
* Textile Medium - https://amzn.to/3wkrYPW (for mixing with acrylic paint)
* Cricut Everyday Iron-On Vinyl - Teal - https://walmrt.us/3CCO0AH (or any color to match your painted box) - OR -
* Siser EasyWeed HTV - Turquoise - https://amzn.to/4ayGAKb (optional to use instead of Cricut Teal) - OR -
* Cricut Everyday Iron-On Vinyl - Cherry Red - https://amzn.to/49srxkS
* A way to cut your materials - I’m using the Cricut Maker 3, but you can also use the Maker, Explore series machines, Venture, or Joy Xtra - https://jennifermaker.com/which-cricut-should-i-buy/
* Cricut Green StandardGrip Machine Mat 12" x 12" - https://amzn.to/3i0Yhcf
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* Disposable Gloves - https://amzn.to/46jxiQU (optional for keeping hands clean while painting)
* Lint Roller - https://amzn.to/3bZThRP (optional for removing dust/debris from box before painting)
* Measuring Tape - https://amzn.to/3ItXf3k (optional for measuring the size of your box and/or game)
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Topics covered in this video on how to make bookshelf board game boxes:
00:00 - Make a DIY Board Game Box!
00:48 - Supplies & Tools
03:12 - Get My Free Board Game Box Designs
04:21 - Paint the Board Game Box
06:31 - Prepare & Cut the Iron-On Vinyl Decal
09:45 - Apply the Iron-On Decal to the Board Game Box
13:05 - Show It Off!
13:17 - Customize Your Own Board Game Box & Board
14:26 - Closing Notes & Links to More Info
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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my daughter Alexa)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer and Greg on Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K cameras
Audio and Video Editing: Team JenniferMaker
Design: A Jennifer Maker original