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The MDF box has countless uses. And the best of all: you can decorate and customize it the way you want. In today's post there are dozens of decoration suggestions and the possibilities of using these pieces in your everyday life, at home or at work.
To assemble your decorated MDF box you will need a few elements, such as scissors, glue, fabrics, or paper. Check out some beautiful decorated boxes below and add your special touch.
1. classic style decorated MDF box
Basic black with gold is always a perfect marriage, even more so in craftsmanship. Besides this beauty of color, the metal elements used give the box a more special and elaborate touch.
2. cutlery box
Some larger MDF boxes can even be used as holders for cutlery. By looking at the lid of the box you can see exactly where to pick up or store each type of cutlery.
3. decorating MDF with lace
Lace is an amazing fabric to decorate a wooden box, and the result is magnificent and can even be used to decorate wedding parties, for example. Check out this video and see how easy it is to do!
4. pearl coating
The result of the pearl lining on this decorated MDF box is stunning and adds to the mirror and metal used on the lid.
5. boxes for your favorite pieces
The bride's veil and even other accessories for the big day can be stored in decorated MDF boxes. The variety of sizes allows the piece to receive items of the most varied types, such as clothes, papers, souvenirs, among others.
6. rustic MDF
The rustic decorated MDF box gives an air of antiquity and enhances the beauty of the wood itself.
7. accessories for a perfect finish
Some elements always add a special touch to the handicraft. Besides the lining used around the box, what draws attention is the lace used to finish the piece with a pearl.
8. color finish
Here is an inspiration for those who like many colors in a decoration. Besides the beauty, this box a little larger than the traditional square MDF ones can be used in environments such as living room, office, or even bathroom.
9. mdf sewing box
Boxes are always synonymous with organization, and this one is another example of that: a suggestion for those who are professionals in the area or want to give to a sewing friend.
10. mdf box decorated with plastic tablecloths
Plastic tablecloths are given a new destination in craftsmanship. Here, you can learn how to apply them to an MDF box and give it a beautiful, metallic finish.
11. cover with contoured edge
If you like more details, besides the decoration of the box, you can also think about the model you want to use. You can easily find models of boxes with contoured edges, which gives a special charm to the decoration.
12. edges with metallized technique
In this decorated MDF box it is possible to notice the delicacy of the lid's edge. The outline has a more metallic style and gave prominence to the drawings and figure in the center of the piece.
13. box with removable organizer
A common option to find is the MDF box with removable organizer. This kind of "x" can be taken out of the box, thus freeing more space to store larger objects.
14. finishing demands dedication and care
The decorated piece looks beautiful in any way, but it is in the finishing that the artisan needs to take great care. It is the finishing of the piece that draws the most attention - and it is impossible not to notice the details!
15. patchwork in the box decoration
Patchwork is quite a craft on its own, but believe me: you can easily join fabrics with MDF boxes. The result is inspiring and you can do it there too!
16. Time can be an inspiration for decorating MDF boxes
Here is a good gift option for men. The MDF box decorated and inspired by the team of their heart is a cool idea and can encourage your partner or son to organize small objects in the bedroom or even the office.
17. mdf boxes for chocolates
The variety of shapes and sizes of MDF boxes is great. These pieces above were customized for more delicate gifts, like chocolates. It's a nice suggestion for special dates!
18. make the collages according to material
If you are going to use different materials to make the box beautiful, then always use adhesives according to each element. For example, use the indicated substance to give the link between the mirror and the plastic, as in the picture above. This way, besides being beautiful, the piece does not lose its functionality.
19. a combination of beauty and practicality
To be perfect, a piece needs to unite two points: beauty and practicality.
20. portuguese tile on the box cover
Creativity is everything when it comes to creating handicrafts, even tiles can be used as inspiration to give the MDF box a charming look.
21. the part must be waterproofed
The waterproofing protects the wood and the finish itself. This way, the box can be used in different areas of the house, dry - such as the bedroom and living room - or humid, such as the bathroom.
22.delicacy in high relief
The MDF box is one of the few objects that can be worked with different decorative techniques and elements. Here, one can notice decoupage, the use of relief with pieces, and even the metal or plastic base.
23. marquetry-inspired piece
Do you remember the older furniture? This beautiful box here was worked in almost the same marquetry line, but only in the result. The box was all stylized by hand, with precise designs and curves.
See_also: 30 Afternoon Cake Designs for an Unforgettable Party24. writing on the box decoration
The writing can also be an interesting decorative element to use. Besides the metal and other glued figures, there is some writing on the paper used for decoupage, subtle details that give a charm and even a certain suspense to the box.
25. vintage jewelry box
Organizing your jewelry is all good - and women know this very well: after all, there is nothing like knowing exactly where your favorite accessory is. How about a box all decorated in vintage style, ready for you to separate some of your most precious accessories?
26. rectangular MDF box
It is possible to find various pieces of MDF, boxes of various sizes, like this one that is more rectangular. The suggestion is to use pieces like this to store business cards in the office or even to store the TV room controls.
27. different formats with more space
There are some MDF boxes that have different shapes and even more space than the conventional square one, such as the one used to make this jewelry box.
28. internal mirror in the jewelry box
In addition to the black and gold used in the decoration of the box, the accessory stands out for the mirror on the underside of the lid, which makes it much easier for people to test which jewelry or costume jewelry they are going out with.
29. floral decoupage
There is no room in which a box decorated with floral decoupage can't make you happy. In fact, this is a great gift suggestion for family and friends as well.
30. craquelé in the box personalization
In this video, the main technique applied is craquelé. Do you know those beautiful cracks in handicraft decoration? Well, you will learn how to do that on your MDF box with this tutorial.
31. base for decorated MDF box
As if decorating the box wasn't enough, there are other accessories that add to this craft, such as the base, with its metallic feet.
32. embossed decoration
Embossing is another decorative element that looks great with the decorated MDF box. The secret is to combine the color play to give the perfect contrast, as in the piece above.
33. first aid kit in MDF
Having one or more MDF boxes is always good, and there is also always a use for them.
34. smoky technique on MDF
This decorated box is rich in details. Besides the lid, worked with different colors and an outline of pearls, we can notice the use of the smoky technique in MDF on the bottom part of the piece.
35. ring holder with hollow MDF box
Organizing your rings just got easier with this super tip. The box is simple and the finish is incredibly beautiful, worked with light tones.
36. tea box with dividers
This MDF box can be part of your kitchen decoration. Besides making the room more beautiful and decorated, this box is super useful for storing sachets or small tea boxes.
See_also: Concrete Staircase: 40 ideas to prove the beauty of this material37. movie-inspired customization
The decoration of this box was totally inspired by the movies. The colors used give it an even more special charm, especially the more gray tone, which highlights the golden yellow used and the figures on the box's lid.
38. graduation gift with wooden box
The MDF box is lightweight and can easily be part of a graduating gift kit. You can put a super special gift inside this box or fill all the spaces with chocolates and candies to please the new graduate.
39. hollow lipstick holder
Another amazing idea is to make a MDF box for you to separate and organize your lipsticks and makeup.
40. personalized decoupage box
This video shows how details make all the difference when it comes to crafting. Besides the box lid, which is made with decoupage, you can learn the painting techniques and the set of ready-made shapes that you can use, in this case it is stencil.
There are plenty of options to make your own decorated MDF box, so get to work and personalize your home or even the gifts you give on important dates. Remember that your special touch is a synonym of affection and, hardly anyone will forget the care you took to prepare and make an amazing art. And if you want some other craft tips, how about learning how toreusing the milk carton or creating something using felt?
