It’s been a while since I’ve made one of these accordion boxes. The first time I made one I was in love with them. They were 2×2 and so very cute, but very time consuming. If you can recall I mentioned making one for Megan’s photo ledge back in October 06 (I think), but so far it has just been a thought. This week I decided to tackle this project. I must say it was something I was definitely looking forward to. I actually didn’t think it would happen because I’m still so congested. When I try to do anything my nose just drains. I wish someone could have taken a picture of me working because I literally had a wad of kleenex in my nose. I guess you could say I was determine.

I wasn’t sure what I really wanted when I started. I mean I knew the colors (i thought they sort of changed) and pretty much the photos, but nothing else. So I grabbed some paper, rubons, and embellishments and told myself this was all I could use. I have to say that really made a huge difference for me. Usually I walk around wondering what I should use and this way I had no choice. This has got to be my new strategy because it couldn’t have worked out better. I was able to do the whole thing, seriously, while Megan was napping and the other two were in school. Nice! I thought for sure I would still be working on this on Saturday.

Here are a few photos of the accordion box.



I couldn’t be happier as to how it turned out. I’m looking forward to making more, which is good because Tess saw it and wanted one too. Go here if you want to see more detailed photos.