4th of July Theme Care Package
A patriotic care package perfect for a friend, family member, or a member of the armed forces.
Servings 1 package
Cost $20-$35
Equipment
- 1 scissors
Ingredients
- 2 12" x 12" scapbook papers patriotic print
- 4 printed decorative images cut out if necessary
- 1 large USPS flat rate box
- 1 heavy duty glue stick
- 1 roll clear packing tape
Instructions
- Print and cutout patriotic images and phrases from online images.
- Cut the scrapbook paper into 4 rectangles (6" x 11 ¾") ,to fit the box flaps.
- Glue the cutout words and decorative images to each rectangle of scrapbook paper.
- Glue the decorated paper to the box flaps.
- Cover the flaps with clear packing tape to hold the decorations in place. This also helps prevent heat and water damage in transit.
- Fill the box. Be sure there is no movement in the carton before sealing.
Notes
- Large flat rate boxes from the United States post office are expensive to mail (about $20), however you can fit quite a bit inside and don’t have to worry about weight (up to 50 pounds). The cartons are free, can be ordered online, and the postal service will deliver them to your door.
- In addition to the scrap book paper used on this box, other flap covering materials include construction paper, wrapping paper, contact paper, patterned duct tape, or plastic table cloths.
- When mailing a short distances, taping over the flap decorations probably isn’t necessary. However, military care packages have to withstand rough treatment and temperature extremes. Taping thoroughly inside and out, helps keep the care package intact.
- The Dollar Store, supermarkets, Target, and Amazon are good resources for care package contents.
- Keep temperatures in mind in order to make the best food selections that won't melt or go bad in transit.