Crafts

How to make a portable art easel

Don't throw away that cardboard box! Make a sturdy and portable art easel for your mini Monet.

By Mandy Milks February 21, 2017

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Make a cardboard art easel

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Supplies

2 cardboard rectangles (20 x 27 in. for a big easel)
1 cardboard strip (18 x 2 in.)
1 cardboard pocket piece (8 x 14 in.)
2 pieces parachute cord or thick string (24 in. each)
Duct tape
Scissors
Utility knife
Small screwdriver or pointed instrument (like a knitting needle)