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11 Creative Ways to Use a Cardboard Box

We’ve got to hand it to you creative mamas out there. We have seen some pretty amazing ideas when it comes to creative ways to use a cardboard box.

Cardboard Box Car Wash - creative ways to use a cardboard box
Photo by @_jackieblack_

We are in awe of all of you who are not only doing your part and staying home but also making the most of it with fun projects for your kids.

Cardboard Box Robot
Photo by @amylouhawthorne

Amy Lou Hawthorne called on parents to get creative with her cardboard box challenge, and the results were stellar—so many creative ideas!

Cardboard Box Playhouse
Photo by @athomewithashley
Cardboard Box Play House
Photo by @hellojessicalauren

It reminds me of that great children’s book Not a Box.

Game Made with Cardboard Boxes - creative ways to use a cardboard box
Photo by @jessicagrant14
Hospital and Ambulance Made with Cardboard Box
Photo by @scscurlock

We love all of the great ways parents transformed cardboard boxes into magical experiences for their kids.

Cardboard Box Puppet Theater - creative ways to use a cardboard box
Photo by @lifesfrostings
Cardboard Box Play House
Photo by @kelsieemm

Maybe you’ll be inspired by these creative ways to use a cardboard box, too!

Cardboard Box Spaceship
Photo by @kaylynweir
Cardboard Box Robot
Photo by @jessreneeclark

Need help getting started? Check out our How to Make a Cardboard Playhouse post!

Cardboard Box Play Washer and Dryer
Photo by @sunny_and_gold

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