Christmas was last week and oddly enough my toddler fell in love with the Amazon box that her gift came in more than the actual gift.
If you have a toddler you have a gift because you get to explore the world through their eyes and that’s refreshing. After watching her play with her box I decided to jump on her imagination train and bring her imaginary car to life.
Cardboard Box Car
My older kids are on school break which means they were free for an imporomtu scavenger hunt that kept them entertained and off their screens for a good 20 minutes.
- Front and back lights – Leftover red cups from our Minute-to-Win it Christmas eve party
- Front Lights – Aluminum foil and black construction paper
- Front Grill – Construction paper
- Tires – Black paper plates
- Steering wheel – Toilet paper roll and black paper plate
- License plate – Construction paper
- Bumper – Aluminum Foil
- Dashboard knobs – caps from various bottles
- Radio – Shoebox cover
- Decor – Bling jewels from the dollar store
Free Printable for Cardboard Box Car
If you are not into looking for things around your house I created a free printable for you to use. It has the basic things you will need for a cardboard box. If you do use the printable then send me a picture, I’d love to see it! You can tag me on IG if you do post a pic of your cardboard box car.
5 Toddler Box Ideas
I went on Pinterest for some cardboard box inspiration and the possibilities are endless. Here are 5 ideas I saw that look really cool.
- Castle – By Priyam Simple Joys
- Play Puppet Theatre – By Fold Out Fun
- kitchenette – By Home Town Betty
- Dinosaur Costume – By Hello Wonderful
- Geodesic dome (indoor igloo) – Little Girls Pearls
Do you have a cool idea to do with a cardboard box? Share in the comments, I’m always looking for crafty ideas to do with my little one.
