Hi there! I'm sure you've probably
seen those diversion safes (books, cans, secret drawers, etc.) made to look
like everyday items, for hiding valuables. But what if you just want to
hide that video game system that is sitting on your TV stand but
doesn't quite work with your décor?
My husband recently traded in an
Xbox One system for a PlayStation 4, and while the new system has a slimmer
profile, I didn't want it on the living room TV stand. So, instead of settling
for moving it to the bedroom, I decided to cover it. This was a fun, easy
project that took minutes to create and is easily customizable to fit in any
space.
Project Goals:
1.
Cover up video game system
2.
Add to décor
Step 1: Gather supplies. I used this
black and white floral print contact paper (from Dollar Tree) and a shoe box that is
slightly larger than the game system (my box was the perfect size).
Step 2: Measure and cut contact
paper to fit the box, then cover the box and lid. Here I cut one long strip
that wrapped around the box. I placed the box upside down over the game
system. I didn’t cover the bottom because it would not be seen.
Step 3: Cut an opening for the wires. This makes it so we can easily lift the box and move it when we need to access the game system.
And voila! It looks like
a decorative storage box. It's pretty on its own, or it can be layered with
other decorative pieces.
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This only took about a half hour to
create, and the cost was just $1 for the contact paper! I had the other
supplies on hand.
Next week I will have completed part
1 of my laundry room organization project, in which you’ll see how I’m
repurposing the coat/shoe rack from my front entryway. Thanks for stopping by,
and God Bless!
Live Simply,
Mindy 💮