Is your household buzzing with excitement for Disney•Pixar’s Cars? Just like mine, kids everywhere are thrilled about Lightning McQueen and his racing pals! And with the awesome new Cars 3 merchandise, especially the Disney•Pixar Cars 3 Crazy 8 Crashers Smash & Crash Derby Playset, toy collections can quickly expand. But where do you keep all those cool cars and accessories organized?
Say goodbye to toy clutter with this adorable and practical DIY Disney Cars Tool Drawer! Inspired by classic metal toolboxes, this project is not only a fun craft to make but also creates a fantastic storage solution for all those Disney Cars treasures. It’s the perfect way to keep your little racer’s toys neatly organized and easily accessible, making playtime and cleanup a breeze. Let’s dive into how you can create this charming Disney Cars tool drawer toy box!
Materials You’ll Need:
- Two wooden boxes (different sizes recommended for a tiered drawer effect)
- Thin balsa wood sticks (approximately 2 – 1/4″x 1/8″ by 24″)
- Red acrylic paint (classic toolbox color)
- Silver metallic acrylic paint (for drawer accents)
- Black acrylic paint (for drawer detailing)
- Quick-hold craft glue (for secure assembly)
- Paint brushes (various sizes for coverage and detail)
- Painter’s or washi tape (for crisp lines)
- Metal handle (adds to the toolbox aesthetic, found at hardware stores)
Step-by-Step Guide to Create Your Disney Cars Tool Drawer:
- Paint the Boxes Red: Begin by painting both wooden craft boxes with the red acrylic paint. For best coverage and a vibrant finish, apply multiple coats, ensuring each coat is completely dry before applying the next. Allow the paint to fully cure for a durable finish.
- Prepare Silver Drawer Trim: Cut two balsa wood sticks to match the length of the larger wooden box (bottom drawer) and one stick to the length of the smaller box (top drawer). Paint these balsa wood pieces with the silver metallic acrylic paint. These will serve as the decorative trim for your tool drawer.
- Create Faux Drawers with Black Paint: Once the red paint is thoroughly dry, use painter’s or washi tape to mark off rectangular sections on the front of both the larger and smaller boxes. These taped areas will become your faux “toolbox drawers.” Paint inside the taped sections with black acrylic paint. Again, multiple coats may be needed for solid black coverage, with drying time between each coat.
- Add Silver Drawer Trim: After the black paint is dry, carefully glue the silver balsa wood sticks along the top edge of the black painted drawer sections. This creates the visual effect of drawers with metallic trim, just like a real toolbox! Repeat this on both the smaller and larger boxes.
- Assemble and Add Handle: Center and glue the smaller wooden box on top of the larger box. This stacked configuration creates the tiered tool drawer look. Next, attach the metal handle to the top of the smaller box. Secure it with glue, and touch up any screw holes or handle attachments with black paint for a seamless finish. You can also add a touch of silver paint to any clasps on the smaller box to tie in the metallic accents.
- Let it Dry and Organize! Allow the glue and paint to fully dry and cure for at least 24 hours before use. This ensures the Disney Cars tool drawer is sturdy and ready for playtime. Once cured, it’s ready to be filled with your child’s favorite Disney Cars toys!
Organizing Disney Cars Toys with Your New Tool Drawer:
The beauty of this DIY Disney Cars tool drawer is its functionality. The two levels offer excellent organization possibilities. Use the larger bottom drawer for bigger items like playset tracks, larger vehicles, or accessories. The smaller top drawer is perfect for neatly storing individual Disney Cars character cars, keeping them easily visible and accessible for quick play.
This DIY Disney Cars tool drawer is more than just a craft project; it’s a fantastic way to encourage organization and independent play. Kids will love having a special, themed place to store their beloved Disney Cars collection. Get crafting and create this fun and functional Disney Cars tool drawer today!
