From the page: The Tetra Pak gives much more than it seems
Idea 3
Drawer and cutlery organizer
The long milk and juice cartons have a structure of plastic and aluminum layers that makes them firm, moisture-proof and easy to cut without fraying. That's why they've become favorites of crafters and schools: they keep their shape, don't go soft, and can be covered with paper, fabric or the carton's own built-in print.
What you need
- 3 to 6 Tetra Pak cartons, washed and dried
- Craft knife or strong scissors
- Ruler and pencil
- White glue or hot glue
- Contact paper, a piece of fabric or kraft paper for lining
- Masking tape or clothespins
How to make it
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Wash the cartons well inside and let them dry upside down for a day — any trapped moisture becomes mold and bad smell.
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Mark with the ruler an equal height on all of them (about 10 cm for cutlery, 7 cm for regular drawers) and cut with the craft knife, including the top with the cap if you want boxes with flip-open lids.
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Line each box inside and out with the paper or fabric, applying glue in a thin layer — the thin layer avoids ripples in the contact paper or fabric.
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Join the boxes side by side with hot glue, forming a single block — that way they don't slide around loosely when the drawer opens and closes.
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Fill with cutlery, pens, cosmetics or whatever else is scattered around the house.
Finishing touches
Make the end boxes a little wider to fit serving spoons and spatulas. If you want a more sophisticated look, line with linen fabric and glue the edges only on the inside.
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