File Cabinet Project

There is nothing worse looking in my classroom then my three file cabinets. The drawers are banged up, scratched and each cabinet is a different color.


I hadn't thought about fixing them until I saw on pinterest how you could decoupage anything, even file cabinets....That got me to thinking and I talked asked my hubby to help me make my file cabinets look better. He wasn't sold on the idea but like always begin gathering the supplies. We spent around $4 for spray adhesive and about $3.50 for scrapbook paper at Hobby Lobby.  


Supplies Needed

• Ugly file cabinet
• Scrapbook paper
• Scissors and craft knife
• Paint, spray adhesive, clear coat sealer and Mod Podge 

Directions
 - Clean and prep file cabinet(s) for paint
- Spray or roll the entire cabinet (including drawers) in desired color

[Allow to dry completely]


- Create a template out of cardstock and use it to cut the scrapbook paper
- Double check cut paper before using adhesive spray
- Spray adhesive on the cabinet and paper before placing it on the drawer door
- Smooth the paper and remove all of the bubbles
- Cover edges with modge podge
- Allow to dry before closing cabinet doors

I absolutely LOVE how these cabinets turned out. (The picture doesn't do it any justice.) The cabinets look great and help tie other parts of my room together so nicely! I can't wait to get my labels finished and in place.

This project was very time consuming and would not have been possible without the help of my SUPER supportive hubby! Thanks hubby!!