6 Care Packages for Spring

John's been home for eight months now! It feels like his homecoming was both so short a time and so long ago! Crazy, crazy, crazy! For those of you making care packages right now, you know how crazy it also feels to be working on boxes for the Spring when there's still snow on the ground. If you're stuck or need an idea, take some inspiration from the Springtime boxes I made last year. And remember, even though it seems dreary, snowy, and grey, Spring is coming!

(Click on each picture for detailed information about decorating and contents! I've got you covered!)

22 Super Dorky Puns for Care Packages

I have to admit, while I was creating care packages, I would wrack my brain and simultaneously crack myself while coming up with puns. So, on the off chance that there's someone out there who is just as goofy and is looking for some ideas, I've created this round up of every dorky care package pun I used last year. It's just what the interwebz needs! 

15 Care Package Ideas to Banish the Winter Blahs

I don't know why, but the winter seemed to be the loneliest time for me when John was deployed. Now that I look back on that time, I made a lot of care packages. If you're stuck with your deployment (or know someone who is), here are fifteen different ideas for care packages. Just click on the photo to be taken to the post where I explain what materials I used to decorate and what each package contained. Happy care-packaging! 

And, for the Sochi Olympics...

How to Wrap the Inside of a Box

It is crazy to think that John's been home for just over six months and a week (not that I'm counting)! I haven't made a care package for more than half a year... until last week. I created a care package for some friends who are currently overseas-- I got to break out all of my care package stuff from last year.  One of my favorite ways to decorate a box is to use wrapping paper. It is so much easier than cutting down scrapbook paper-- and it's mess-free too!

Here's my easy way to do it (and have it looking fab for your gift recipient)!

You'll Need:

• Scissors
• Elmer's Glue
• Box
• Wrapping Paper
• Packing Tape

Directions:

1. Take the box apart. If you're using a USPS Priority Box (which are free at your local post office), there is a tab glued to the inside of the box. Pull it apart, and the box will fall open. Once your box is open, lay it flat on wrapping paper to measure how much you need.

2. On the inside of the box, spread your Elmer's Glue. (Rubber cement dries too quickly.)

3. Flip your box over, press onto the wrapping paper and let dry. Place books or other heavier items on the edges of the box if they seem to be lifting up.

4. Once the box has dried, cut out completely (even between the box flaps). Using packing tape, tape, reassemble and tape the box back together. Make sure to secure the inside tab with glue, and then tape with clear packing tape.

And, boom! You have a snazzy, decorated care package in less than 10 minutes!

4 Care Packages for the Holidays