Cardboard prop trunk craft for 10-year-olds
This is a pretend-play organizer project for 10-year-olds who enjoy theater and storytelling. It makes a small cardboard trunk for paper props and costume accessories.
What to buy
Medium cardboard box with lid
1
Thin corrugated cardboard scraps
6 pieces
Patterned scrapbook paper
4 sheets
Black cardstock sheets
2 sheets
Gold cardstock sheets
2 sheets
Fabric scraps
10 pieces
Jumbo wooden craft sticks
4
Brass-colored round-head fasteners
8
Blank index cards
12
Alphabet stickers
1 sheet
Washable tacky glue
1 bottle
Fabric glue
1 bottle
Child-safe scissors
1 pair
Who this list is for
For a 10-year-old who likes theater, costumes, and storytelling, this list makes a small cardboard prop trunk. The finished trunk is meant for paper props and costume accessories, not heavy storage.
How to use this list
Use the medium cardboard box with lid as the trunk body. Reinforce corners or make dividers from thin corrugated cardboard scraps, then cover panels with patterned scrapbook paper, black cardstock, and gold cardstock. Add fabric scraps with fabric glue, while washable tacky glue works for paper and cardboard pieces. Use jumbo wooden craft sticks and brass-colored round-head fasteners for trunk-style details. Make prop labels from blank index cards and alphabet stickers.
Common mistakes
Do not use washable tacky glue for fabric scraps when fabric glue is listed for that job. Let each glued paper or fabric panel dry before closing the lid, or the decoration may stick and tear. Avoid filling the cardboard trunk with heavy objects; its purpose is organizing lightweight pretend-play props and accessories.
What is on this list
The list covers one medium cardboard box with lid, six cardboard scraps, patterned scrapbook paper, black cardstock, gold cardstock, and 10 fabric scraps. It also includes craft sticks, eight brass-colored fasteners, blank index cards, alphabet stickers, tacky glue, fabric glue, and child-safe scissors. Cross off what you already have.
When you are done
Sort paper props and costume accessories into the finished trunk. Use the index-card labels to identify sections or prop types. Close the lid gently and store the trunk on a shelf where its decorated surfaces will stay intact.
FAQ
Who is "Cardboard prop trunk craft for 10-year-olds" for?
For a 10-year-old who likes theater, costumes, and storytelling, this list makes a small cardboard prop trunk. The finished trunk is meant for paper props and costume accessories, not heavy storage.
How should I use "Cardboard prop trunk craft for 10-year-olds"?
Use the medium cardboard box with lid as the trunk body. Reinforce corners or make dividers from thin corrugated cardboard scraps, then cover panels with patterned scrapbook paper, black cardstock, and gold cardstock. Add fabric scraps with fabric glue, while washable tacky glue works for paper and cardboard pieces. Use jumbo wooden craft sticks and brass-c…
What should I skip or avoid with "Cardboard prop trunk craft for 10-year-olds"?
Do not use washable tacky glue for fabric scraps when fabric glue is listed for that job. Let each glued paper or fabric panel dry before closing the lid, or the decoration may stick and tear. Avoid filling the cardboard trunk with heavy objects; its purpose is organizing lightweight pretend-play props and accessories.
What is on the "Cardboard prop trunk craft for 10-year-olds" list?
The list covers one medium cardboard box with lid, six cardboard scraps, patterned scrapbook paper, black cardstock, gold cardstock, and 10 fabric scraps. It also includes craft sticks, eight brass-colored fasteners, blank index cards, alphabet stickers, tacky glue, fabric glue, and child-safe scissors. Cross off what you already have.
What should I do when I am done?
Sort paper props and costume accessories into the finished trunk. Use the index-card labels to identify sections or prop types. Close the lid gently and store the trunk on a shelf where its decorated surfaces will stay intact.
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