Modified Toy Box with upholstered lid.

My daughter's school needed a personalized item, (a class gift) to be auctioned off at the annual Spring Gala. The project needed to be personalized by the children in the class. I used the plans from Ana's toy box project plan, changed the footer to bun feet, and added a lid. The lid is also an upholstered top that can be used as a bench. I used two slow close hinges, one on the left one on the right, then two regular hinges to hold the lid on. We sent in blank tiles for each of the children (4 year olds) to paint in class. They turned out pretty abstract but cute. The tiles on the front are supposed to be bee's, the school's mascot. It turned out great! Having a hard time uploading other pics of it, specifically how I did the lid inside and attached it to the box.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
200
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Satin ivory whitish paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

JoanneS

Sat, 04/14/2012 - 12:36

This is super creative and so beautiful! Love the kids' artwork and cute bun feet. What a wonderful piece! I'll bet it makes a bundle at the auction!

michelle weihing (not verified)

Fri, 12/07/2012 - 10:36

I love the addition of the lid! Do you have those plans to share?