How to Make Cardboard Drawers
- 1). Measure the area where the drawer will be used. Use the measurements to draw the outline of the drawer on the cardboard, subtracting about ¼ inch all around for room to slide the drawer. The final sketch will resemble a stout plus sign, with the body of the cross formed by the bottom of the drawer and the four arms formed by the front, back and sides.
- 2). Position the cardboard on a stable, flat surface. Place the straight edge along one of the lines to be cut. Use the craft knife or box cutter to cut along the straight edge. Repeat along remaining exterior edges.
- 3). Use the straight edge and stylus to mark the score lines on the inside of the drawer where the cardboard will fold to form the sides of the drawer.
- 4). Fold the sides up and secure them using reinforced tape down the length of each corner. Place the tape on the inside unless the drawers will be covered.
- 5). Decorate the exterior of the drawer by covering with self adhesive contact paper, stickers, paint or crayons.
- 6). Add a handle by poking two holes through the front of the drawer. Thread a loop of yarn, twine or ribbon through the two holes and secure the ends on the inside of the drawer.
- 7). Place the finished drawer on the shelf with the handle facing out.
