DIY- Ring Box

DIY- Ring Box

"What you’ll need:
- Unfinished wood box with divider (local craft store for $2)
- Interior wood stain (sample size of Minwax’s Wood Finish: Special Walnut #224)
- Paint Brush
- Extra fine point white paint pen
- Muslin or other neutral fabric

**(Depending on the roughness of the surface, it may also be helpful to lightly 

sand down the box first before staining)**

Step 1: Stain the outside and inside of the box using a paint brush. Typically it is recommended that you stain wood by using a cotton cloth to rub in the stain, however, painting is easier and equally effective in this situation. Don’t worry about going removing the metal clasps or anything, either. The stain wipes right off metal, and if there is any residue, it just gives a little more of an antique feel. Apply a few coats if necessary; let the box dry overnight.

Step 2: Use the paint pen to decorate the top of the box. You can use the couple’s initials, the date, etc… the fine point paint pen makes it very easy to draw, but if you aren’t confident in using it without any guidance, you can trace your design with a pencil first!

Step 3: On the inside of the top, use the paint pen to mark the spaces accordingly with “Mr.” and “Mrs.”, or “His” and “Hers”… whatever you prefer!

Step 4: Cut two rectangles of muslin to line the bottom of the box where the rings will lie. I measured the piece to be able to fold into thirds, and placed them in the box.

Now you’ve got a cute case for your rings, and you can be sure they aren’t going anywhere. The box also makes a great accessory holder or decor item for your home after your wedding!"