🌟 DIY Tutorial: Reuse Cardboard Boxes to Create Cute Message Tags for Love it Forward List Envelopes

Giving a second life to packaging can be just as meaningful as the message you’re sending. Let’s turn everyday cardboard into heartfelt treasures. 💛

✂️ What You’ll Need:

• Clean cardboard (cereal boxes, Amazon boxes, tissue boxes, etc.)

• Scissors or craft knife

• Vivid Pop pastel colors

• Black Markers set (for the lettering)

• Optional: Washi tape, stickers, stamps, hole punch, twine

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🪄 Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Cut Out Your Tags
✂️ Cut the cardboard into small shapes — rectangles, hearts, circles, or even mini tags (think gift-tag size: about 2x3 inches).
Tip: Trace cookie cutters or lids to get consistent shapes!

2. Add Soft Color

🖍️ Use pastel markers to decorate the background or draw borders and soft patterns. These colors create a gentle, warm touch.

3. Write a Loving Message
🖊️ Use a black marker or pen to write a simple, encouraging message like:

• You are loved.

• One step at a time.

• I’m cheering for you.

• You matter.

💡 Tip: Keep your lettering bold and clear! Feel free to add your first name or city if you’d like.

4. Final Touches (Optional)
🎀 Use a hole punch and tie a ribbon or twine, or decorate with washi tape and stickers to make it even more joyful.

5. Include It with Your Card
📬 Slip the tag inside your envelope alongside your handwritten card. It’s a lovely little surprise that shows extra care.

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💡 Why This Matters

• It's sustainable ♻️

• It adds a creative, personal touch

• It spreads even more kindness, one recycled scrap at a time 🌈

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📸 Share With Us!

We’d love to see what you create! Tag us on Instagram @loveitforwardlist or email us a photo at loveitforwardlist@gmail.com.