TREASURE CHEST CRAFT

MATERIALS:

Empty kleenex box
some black and yellow construction paper
a printer
scissors
glue
something to color with.
INSTRUCTIONS:

Cover the kleenex box with black construction paper (all sides). Use enough glue that when slit open the top the paper will stick.

Using sharp scissors, have an adult cut around 3 sides of the kleenex box, about an inch from the top (so the treasure chest opens). You will need to bend back the cardboard on the remaining, attached side so the chest opens and closes nicely.

Glue a piece of yellow or red construction paper, felt or tissue paper to the inside of the "lid" and chest (so it looks like a nice velvety lining)

Now comes the fun part! Print out the template of choice.

Colour the pieces, as necessary and cut them out

Glue the KEEP out warning onto the top (lid) of the chest

Cut 1/2 inch strips from yellow construction paper and glue them to all the edges of the treasure chest.

Glue the lock onto the front of the chest

Glue the handles onto the sides of the chest.

OPTIONAL: Glue sequins, fake jewels or painted rocks onto the lid for a jewel encrusted treasure chest

Fill with gold coins (chocolate ones are daddy's favorite) or put the, oh so stereotypical, tie or wallet inside and use the chest as a really cool gift box!