DIY || Boxes, Buttons, and Doorknockers

August 28, 2013



Let me tell you about this project.  We have this painting in our bedroom that just keeps growing on me (I painted it BTW).  I didn't love it at first but as the years go by I'm loving it more and more.  I wanted to change things up beneath it and had the idea of adding some colorful boxes.  Over the summer I found the cutest little dog doorknocker at an antique store and decided it would be ideal to decorate a box.  Then, the idea of using embellished buttons for the other boxes came to me (I just had the lady at the button store clip off the ring in the back)- and so my collection grew to three DIY boxes that perfectly accentuate the colors of my painting.  And they are so easy to make.  You just need the right box, the right decoration, and the right glue.  I have some ideas for you below.



I found some really cute small door knockers for you that would look great atop these colorful boxes that come in all different sizes.  This acrylic box is also perfect for the project.  There are beautiful and sparkly buttons everywhere.  The buttons below I found on MJ Trimming, which is a wonderful resource for such type of crafty treasures.  Then just glue them together with the Gorilla glue and you are done! They make cute presents or additions to your home.  I'm in love with my colorful collection that add to my colorful painting. 

The possibilities are endless.  I'm really thinking I need a Pug box to add to my collection.  Hmmmm.... What is inspiring you lately?

[all photos by me for ML]



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28 comments

  1. Sadie + StellaAugust 28, 2013 at 4:50 AM

    This is a DIY that is made for my speed!!!

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  2. Kristin@bliss-athome.comAugust 28, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Love this!! xo Kristin

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  3. LiliAugust 28, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    these are perfect inexpensive gifts for girlfriends!!

    i still need to spruce up my clear clutch & thanks for the glue tip!!

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  4. Tiffany LeighAugust 28, 2013 at 5:19 AM

    This is a great idea! I like the painting! :)

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  5. Amy Florez {Baby Mama Juice}August 28, 2013 at 5:21 AM

    I love this idea and I could possibly do it without getting too frustrated or screwing it up! Love your painting too! So talented!

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  6. UnknownAugust 28, 2013 at 5:37 AM

    I love those lacquered boxes from the container store, this is the perfect thing to do with them! Also that painting is just stunning!

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  7. JunellAugust 28, 2013 at 6:03 AM

    That painting is "off the charts" say this in your best Mel B accent! Love the boxes ` the knocker...the bomb!

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  8. Sarah @ 702 Park ProjectAugust 28, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    These are so cute and unique! They sell similar boxes at C. Wonder for almost $80!! I will definitely have to try this budget-friendly DIY. :)

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  9. {The Design Daredevil} Jessie D. MillerAugust 28, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    Those are precious! I have a ton of old jewelry I could use....I just need to find boxes that pretty. Your photos are great also! XO

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  10. House EnvyAugust 28, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    Love this DIY!

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  11. LiveLaughDecorateAugust 28, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Love the painting and so you happy it's grown on you over the years. Equally love this easy/peasy DIY. I've been obsessed with those boxes for months so happy to try this, I mean how hard is it to use some super glue?!

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  12. Elizabeth @ The Little Black DoorAugust 28, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    How cute is that?! I've got those very boxes and some little girls who would die over a pretty glittered or gold something on top of them. Thanks for the idea!

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  13. The Pink PagodaAugust 28, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    Oh my goodness, Albertina, is there anything you CAN'T do?? LOVE your painting and the boxes are fantastic. Which button store?

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  14. Gaby [The Vault Files]August 28, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    So genius, love it Albertina!

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  15. Chelsea **A Bit of Sass**August 28, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    This is such a cute idea and it looks like something even the non-crafty like me could do!

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  16. Sandy at You May Be WanderingAugust 28, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    GREAT DIY...and maybe one I could actually do! Thanks for sharing, Albertina, and have a beautiful day! xoxo

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  17. jackie jadeAugust 28, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    what an awesome diy! and of course i think i need that pug door knocker...
    -- jackie @ jade and oak

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  18. decorayadoraAugust 28, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    que elegantes y lindas te quedaron esas cajas con esos simples adornos.. le dan toda la elegancia.. me encanto la combinación de los tres colores con el cuadro !! genial combinación

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  19. AlexaAugust 28, 2013 at 2:03 PM

    Dude Albertina, this is awesome! And yes, definitely something even I could probably do! Ha!

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  20. stephanie at Stephanie Kraus DesignsAugust 28, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    Albertina first of all I love your painting. you are so talented and the boxes are so pretty! perfect color combo!

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  21. UnknownAugust 28, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    I have tons of vintage earrings that only have singles...I am inspired!

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  22. Andi of My Beautiful AdventuresAugust 28, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Such an awesome idea!!!!!

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  23. KristenAugust 28, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Ok that pug would be awesome. So cute!

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  24. Preciously MeAugust 29, 2013 at 4:20 AM

    So simple and clever! Love all those colored boxes, they're just perfect with your art painting!

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  25. Lianna@theresnoplacelikehomemkeAugust 29, 2013 at 4:50 AM

    they turned out adorable! i love the Lucite box the best!

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  26. UnknownAugust 29, 2013 at 5:49 AM

    I love that painting Albertina! and your boxes are adorable! They really bring it all together.
    xo Nancy

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  27. Nicole Michelle CentersAugust 29, 2013 at 8:39 PM

    cute! I need some more boxes for all my jewelry!

    Nicole
    www.eleganceandclutter.com

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  28. jelly andrewsNovember 13, 2013 at 12:47 AM

    Oh! This idea is really great. I really love it. And your painting is really amazing. That makes me wonder why you didn’t like it at first.
    FabbriCreations.com

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