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Marble Box DIYs

Why Don't You Make Me's Craft Project is Chic and Inexpensive

— April 23, 2015 — Art & Design
Lifestyle and DIY blog Why Don't You Make Me is known for chic and inexpensive crafts like this marble box project. The project is quick and easy, transforming plain cardboard boxes into decorative containers with a luxe aesthetic.

Why Don't You Make Me's marble box DIY is based on a tutorial by lifestyle guru Martha Stewart and is made by covering a storage container with decorative contact paper. In this case, black and white paper is used and mimics a natural stone print.

In recent months, white marble has taken over the worlds of fashion and home decor. The decorative DIY project celebrates the popular motif and helps craft lovers create inexpensive versions of storage containers that would otherwise be sold at a pricey rate.

Trend Themes
1. Marble Diys - The rising trend of marble DIYs presents opportunities for craft retailers to offer products and tutorials for people wishing to create easy marble-based decor.
2. Luxury on a Budget - Providing tutorials and products on how to create luxurious-looking storage boxes can appeal to those who want to elevate their home decor while still being affordable.
3. Contact Paper - The rising trend of using contact paper as a decorative material offers opportunities for retailers to offer unique and affordable surfaces for home decor and DIY projects.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Retail - The craft retail industry can capitalize on the rising trend of DIY marble boxes by offering tutorials, tools, and materials necessary to create DIY projects at home.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can offer affordable alternatives for those who want to elevate their living space. Creating innovative products such as decorative contact papers can entice consumers to add a new look to their space.
3. DIY - The DIY industry can rise to the trend of luxury-based DIYs that are affordable for people who want a touch of luxury in their everyday lives.
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