Today’s project is a fun storage solution that will brighten up your crafty space! I’ve been searching for a dispenser to store my favorite Velcro dots (other than in the box they come in), but didn’t have any luck, so I designed my own!
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This box measures 2-3/4″H x 2-3/4″W x 1-1/8″D and is a perfect fit for a roll of Velcro dots! In particular, these 5/8″ Thin Clear Fasteners from VELCRO:
These Velcro dots come on 2 separate strips of acetate – 1 for the hook side and 1 for the loop side. When I receive a new box, I take the time to “sandwich” the 2 sides together to create 1 “ready-to-use” strip of Velcro dots.
For this dispenser box, I rolled the strip tightly and placed it in the box and it will unravel just enough to fit perfectly! I designed this box to both be refillable and easy to dispense the Velcro dots!
I know you’re going to ask… But Julie, will it hold Glue Dots? Well, it depends on how your Glue Dots are positioned on the roll! Over the years, Glue Dots have switched sides and there’s some speculation as to which way is the correct way (and I have no idea)! Almost every roll of Glue Dots I’ve owned over the years has had the dots on the front side of the backing strip. But recently, the Glue Dots have been on the back side of the backing strip. So… if your Glue Dots are on the back side, then they should work in this dispenser box. Otherwise, if they’re on the front side, your Glue Dots will stick to the inside of the dispenser box and you’ll have a mess on your hands. How’s that for a long-winded answer? LOL.
Isn’t the sentiment appropriate for Velcro dots? It’s a hook & loop marriage made in heaven ready for your crafty projects!
Here’s the template for your reference:
Want to see this box come together? Check out the replay of my live demonstration!
Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope you have a wonderful & blessed day!
PROJECT MEASUREMENTS:
- Finished Dimensions – 2-3/4″H x 2-3/4″W x 1-1/8″D
- Cardstock – 5-3/4″ x 8-1/4″
- Score along the 8-1/4″ side at 2-3/4″, 3-7/8″, 6-5/8″, and 7-3/4″
- Rotate clockwise and score along the 5-3/4″ side at 1-1/8″, 3-7/8″, and 5″
- Using the Paper Trimmer, with the top along the left, cut between the 1st and 2nd horizontal score lines at 2-1/8″ and 2-3/8″
- Designer Series Paper:
- 2-5/8″ x 2-5/8″ (2 pcs)
- 1″ x 2-5/8″ (3 pcs)
PROJECT SUPPLIES:
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Love this idea. I think it would work for SU glue dots too!
I do believe I have told you before but I LOVE LOVE LOVE your site ,you explain everything so well Keep up the Great work
Hope
OK I laughed out loud at your sentiment!!! LOVE your videos and watch them in the morning when I am doing my hair and make-up. One video lasts me 2-3 days. Now going to see if I can re-roll my Glue Dots and make a box. I note on the Stampin’ Up! website the Glue Dot picture shows the dots on the top side of the backing strip which I think is the correct way. That is unless you want to put them in a box!
What an absolutely lovely box! Perfect to help keep things more tidy and and attractive in our crafting spaces!
Another winner, Julie!
Love project! Going home and making some What do you have your 6×6 paper stored in?
Hi Julie, Thank you for this box, and all your videos. I hope to make this today and let you know on Wednesday’s Live.
Hi Julie,
I enjoy watching you create..
I made two of these boxes for my Velcro dots
Thank you…..Denise from KY
Love your projects and your instruction style with helpful print outs!
You are appreciated!
Thank you,
Linda
Love this storage box. I know I will be trying to make a few.
Hi Julie, I just made a similar box for my glue dots that is 3x3x1 . I probably could have made it smaller but I had a faulty memory of your sizes. Anyway, I changed the slit to the other side and on the bottom of the side. If the dots are on the bottom (?) of the tape it works. ( :
Beautiful. I was able to see your presentation, making the project.
Great Idea! Thank you for sharing.
Your videos are inspiring as usual. I really like the velcro dot dispenser, since I’m not that much into sweets.
OMG, this is the very best project ever. This box will be a great. You’re so very creative. Thank you for posting this.❤️
Julie, you are absolutely AMAZING!
Thank you for ALWAYS sharing your creativity! God bless! ❤️❤️
Julie, thank you again for the Velcro box project. I had one made by the end of Wednesday night. It’s not yet decorated on the front but I will finish it. I am going to love this storage solution.
What a wonderful idea. How Awesome to be able to figure out how to make it. Have a Good and Godly day.
I love your projects and you did and do a beautiful job explaining how to do each one. Once I print it out, I’m able to scan the code and go directly to the video is extremely helpful to review the project later on.
Always looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us next, especially your 3D projects.
Thank you for all you do for our crafting family!
Julie thanks for sharing your great projects. Your projects are original and well perfected before we make them!!! Keep up the great ideas. Marilyn
Hi Julie, thanks for all your help and everything you do. Hey, I’m almost 85 and I don’t have the knowledge on computers or help if I mess up to straighten it out. I wish I had you’re smarts.
The velcro dispenser is a great idea if you have a craft room, you just make everthing so pretty and nice that we want it all.
You do an out standing job at explaining. Thank you
I did watch your video Wednesday LOVE IT!❤ Super cute idea and do plan on making it myself!
Oh, meant to mention great way to use that stamp!
Thank you again for your clever beautiful box.
I enjoy all your videos and have made a number of gift ideas for family and friends. Thank you and God bless.
Thanks for this handy storage box tutorial!
This is soooo cute!! Thank you for sharing!!❤️