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Spruce Up Your Space with a Cane Webbing Box

The Power of Organization

A tidy house can lead to a tidy mind, and when spring arrives, it’s the perfect time to refresh your organizational methods. As someone who values a clutter-free space, I’ve found that using boxes and baskets can work wonders. They’re brilliant for keeping items out of sight while still being easily accessible. And, with a little creativity, you can create your own stylish storage solutions without breaking the bank.

A Budget-Friendly Alternative

I’ve always been drawn to cane webbing and rattan-style furniture, but buying cane webbing by the sheet can be expensive. That’s why I discovered a clever hack: using nonslip grip matting glued to picture frames creates a similar effect at a fraction of the cost. This DIY project is not only affordable but also customizable to fit your personal style.

Get Creative with Supplies You Already Have

To make this cane webbing box, you’ll need a few simple supplies, some of which you might already have lying around the house. You’ll need:

• 4 wood or faux wood photo frames
• 1 wooden Medium Density Fiberboard (cut to the dimensions of your photo frames)
• Nonslip grip mat
• Spray adhesive
• Hammer
• 1/4 inch nails
• Masking tape
• Wood glue
• Sandpaper
• Black paint

Step-by-Step Guide

Create the Walls of the Box

Carefully remove the glass and mounts from the photo frames and set them aside. Hold onto the frame backings and cut out four pieces of matting to fit each backing. Glue each frame backing to its corresponding piece of matting using spray adhesive. Let it dry before moving on to the next step.

Prepare Your Frames

Lightly sand your frames, then prime and paint each one. You can choose any color you like, but I opted for navy blue to contrast with the cream matting. Once the paint is dry, reinsert each frame backing (with the matting attached) back into its respective frame and fold down the tabs.

Assemble Your Box

To glue your frames to the base, start by laying the base board down on a flat surface. Apply a layer of wood glue to two conjoining edges of the base board to form a corner. Firmly press two of your frames into the edges of the baseboard that have glue. Add masking tape to keep the sides together while the glue dries. Repeat this step with the last two sides, making sure to apply wood glue to all areas of the frames and baseboard that meet. Use your hammer to add nails to each edge and base for reinforcement. Allow time for the wood glue to dry before touching up your paint if needed.

Get Creative and Share Your Creations!

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and are inspired to create your own cane webbing box. Don’t forget to share your creations with me on Instagram @atoakhill!