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How to Cover a Macbook Box | DIY Upcycling Tutorial

3,106 views · Published 7 March 2016 · 3:59 · Indexed 9 October 2026

Channel: Pepper and Pine · 2016 · Education

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Did you recently get a laptop? Before recycling that box, consider covering it and make it a stylish decorative box.

Make sure it's well made and sturdy. All you'll need for this project is lokta paper (found at dickblick.com), spray adhesive, scissors (I prefer non-stick scissors), label pulls, and metal brads.

Supplies can be found at local craft stores or online at
http://www.dickblick.com

Metal pulls can be found at LillianOlive Esty shop
https://www.etsy.com/people/LillianOlive

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Duration: 15 minutes
Level: intermediate
Cost: $5/large box, less for the smaller boxes

I shared a tutorial showing how to upcycle a MacBook box by covering it with decorative paper to create a beautiful storage container. For this project, I used Lokta paper in the color Pumpkin, which has a rich handmade texture. I started by removing the interior insert from the box and preparing my tools, which included a paper piercer, scissors, an X-Acto knife, a label pull, and brads. After spraying the paper with adhesive in a well-ventilated area, I pressed the box onto the center of the sheet, making sure it adhered smoothly before trimming the edges.

To wrap the box, I cut along the corners and left about a quarter inch of extra paper along each edge to fold over for a clean, finished look. I used the X-Acto knife for precise cuts and adjusted a few areas where I trimmed too close by patching with small leftover scraps, which blended in once the paper was secured. After trimming and folding in the corners, I wrapped the paper neatly inside the box. It was satisfying to see the smooth edges and how well the paper adhered. I then trimmed and fitted a final piece for the interior base, pressing it into place to cover any visible white areas.

To complete the project, I added a metal label pull to the front using brads and the paper piercer to secure them. I finished with a simple kraft paper label stamped with black ink that read “Today.” The result was a refined, functional storage box that looks elegant on any shelf. This upcycled box took only a few minutes to make and turned out beautifully. For more box-covering and paper craft tutorials, I invited viewers to check out my full playlist and follow me on Instagram at @pepperandpine for additional photos and ideas.

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