Creative shoebox reuse ideas for a sustainable home

If the first thing you do when you buy new shoes is get rid of the box. It might be time to change that and get creative. It turns out there are several genius ways you can put those chunky shoeboxes to work around your house. These are the rounded-up ways you can reuse old shoeboxes to turn your home into a more organised sanctuary.

Memory box

One of the best ways to use old shoeboxes is to turn them into a memory box. With all the memories you have created with your family throughout these years. Store the ones that are tangible in a memory box. You can use the shoeboxes to hold tickets, photos, and everything that has a special meaning or memory. Keep this box in your closet or under your bed so you can easily pull it out and add to it.

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Shoeboxes used as DIY drawer dividers

Before you spend on fancy, expensive drawers, take a peek at what’s already in your cupboard. Shoeboxes fit beautifully into deeper drawers and make great containers for socks, gym gear, or even tangled tech accessories. Get creative and cut the lids into smaller strips and use them as internal dividers. You can also label them for easy access. With this DIY, you’ll instantly tame the chaos inside your dresser, desk, or bathroom drawers.

Cardboard dollhouse

Another fun craft to do with your kids is to use old shoe boxes to create a cardboard dollhouse. This works perfectly if you have a pile of shoeboxes you need to get rid of. This use allows you to get creative with the structure of the dollhouse and how you decorate the outside and inside. Plus, it’ll be a fun memory you and your little one will cherish from building it together.

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Use the shoebox as a gift box

It’s time to leave the conventional gift boxes and get super creative with using shoeboxes. If you’re looking for gift ideas for the upcoming holidays, using the shoe box is the way to go. So before you toss that shoe box, think about painting it and turning it into a gift box. You can go with a solid colour or do a special holiday design, sparking your creativity.

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