Creative Ways To Elevate Boring Tissue Boxes To Match Your Home Aesthetic

It's rare to come back from the grocery store and not have a box of tissues in your shopping bags. They're a necessity, whether you're battling the latest flu strain your child brought home from school, wiping away ugly tears watching Jack fade away in the cold depths of the North Atlantic Ocean in "Titanic," or fixing the stray edges of your winged eyeliner. However, if the basic cardboard boxes are cramping your style and putting a damper on your home's aesthetic, we are here with a few creative ways to help you elevate them.

For instance, a dedicated cover will hide the unsightly cardboard box and make your tissues look like they belong in a boutique hotel. Or take your tissue boxes from drab to fab with a cute DIY enclosure. Another great way is to turn your designer shopping bags into high-end tissue dispensers. The best part, though? You won't have to compromise on your decor theme since the featured DIYs cover a wide range of styles, including traditional, luxe, glam, minimalist, bohemian, eclectic, Victorian, cottagecore, and more. Ready to take your boring tissue boxes to the next level? Read on to find the 14 creative ways you can match your tissue holders with your home's aesthetic.

Considered everlasting, traditional decor draws inspiration from the European homes of the 18th and 19th century and is all about decorating spaces that feel warm and comfortable. So, if you love decorating your home in neutral shades and traditional motifs, swap out your cardboard tissue box for antique or vintage planters. The pot you received from your grandma or the floral (or striped) one you scored at a recent estate sale will fit the bill. Just ensure the pot isn't too big for your tissues or you'll have to submerge your hands every time you reach for a napkin.

In case you don't have a planter, dress your tissue box in a cover to upgrade it. Besides prettifying your boring tissue boxes, they make it easy to pull out tissues with one hand. Hard surface containers can be wiped clean when they get dirty, and many soft covers can be machine washed. Simply pick one that matches the design aesthetics of your room, and you're good to go. Unsure where to find a cover that fits traditional decor? Check out this rose motif tissue box cover by JIAODIREN.

Are you a fan of luxe decor and choose glam and opulent pieces for your home? If yes, get out your designer shopping bags and turn them into cute tissue dispensers. You'll just need a shopping bag, a sharp pair of scissors, and a few paper clips to nestle your basic tissue boxes inside. In case you don't have a designer shopping bag handy, use any bag that looks beautiful and will infuse new life into your tissues. This way, you get to upcycle your pretty bags and make your tissue boxes look high-end. Win-win!

This glam tissue box upgrade is perfect for people who love all things bling. You just need to paint and cover your tissue box in a shiny wrap, beads, and stones (or just one of the elements) to help it match your luxe decor. Start with a wooden craft tissue box cover as a solid base. You can reuse such boxes multiple times without spending time, money, and effort giving all your cardboard boxes a glow-up.

Give your tissue boxes an Art Deco or Glam update with mirror mosaic tiles. Simply grab your tissue box and apply peel-and-stick mirror tiles on top for a symmetrical and cool design. Look for an option that's easy to apply and is available in multiple shades, like the PP OPOUNT 5 x 5 mm square mirror mosaic tiles from Amazon, so you can choose a color that goes with the rest of your decor. If you struggle getting these to stick to your cardboard box, try using a wooden craft tissue box.

If you took great pains to dress your interiors in eclectic decor, why let the store-bought tissue boxes undo all your hard work? Get some faux leather and your trusted hot glue gun to DIY a custom sleeve for your tissue box. You'll need a white leather roll and some black contact paper to craft a cow-print leather sleeve. However, you don't necessarily have to stick with this design if you're lactose intolerant or don't like the print. Experiment with varied leather colors, textures, and patterns to craft a sleeve that matches your preferences.

Need a tissue box holder that conforms to minimalist decor and doesn't cost much? Breathe new life into an old mason jar with this chic tissue holder DIY. Simply pluck out the tissues from the confines of the packaged box and put them inside an old glass jar. But don't forget to clean and wipe dry the jar before placing your untouched napkins inside. To make the jar look a little fancy, give it a few coats of neutral-colored paint like beige, white, or black.

Turn to natural elements, like air-dry clay, to craft fun yet beautiful covers for your tissue boxes. This clay is eco-friendly since you won't have to power up your oven to bake it. So, get out your rolling pin and mold a clay sleeve based on your tissue box's measurements. Don't forget to carve a hole at the top for the tissues and to leave the bottom of the box open to make refilling easier. Once the clay feels hard to the touch, sketch designs and paint it per your preferences.

A unique and gorgeous way to display your tissues is to wrap the packaging in adhesive tile sheets. If you select a tile in neutral hues, it'll help you achieve the organic modern aesthetic in your home. But, if your heart calls out to fun pastels, embrace the Danish pastel trend with panache. Fair warning: you might have to replace the cardboard box with a wooden craft tissue box if it isn't sturdy, or it would buckle under the weight of the tiles. Remember to avoid tiling the bottom of the box.

Looking for ways to incorporate the mid-century modern decor in your home? Start by wrapping your tissue boxes in checkered contact paper. The simple design and clean lines will upgrade your tissue boxes and look amazing. All you have to do is empty your tissue box, wrap the contact paper around it, avoiding the bottom flaps, and use your craft knife to create a hole on top for your tissues to slide through. Be patient while creating the hole, or you'll end up with a disfigured box.

Bored of your simple tissue box cover you've had for years? Upgrade your worn covers taking inspiration from the cottagecore decor style. Get your favorite lace, ribbons, beads, decorative pearls, miniature florals, and hot glue gun out to transform your old wooden or metal tissue boxes, or apply your adornments directly to your cardboard tissue box. Give in to the ideas rattling around your head or look through a few Pinterest boards for whimsical decor.

Got a few pieces of scrap fabric lying around your home? Bring out your sewing machine or use fabric glue to turn scraps into a handy tissue holder. Don't worry about the fabrics not matching or featuring contrasting patterns. Embrace the kitschy decor theme and bring in more quirky colors and designs to craft a one-of-a-kind holder for your tissues. Plus, fabric holders can be used perpetually and easily washed when it gets dirty. DIY a tiny holder to fit in your pocket or bag when you go out and a bigger version for the rooms in your house.

Pay homage to the Victorian era by housing your tissues in a teapot. Although unconventional, the filled teapots will make for a great statement piece around your house and always surprise someone when you pull a tissue out of them. However, ensure you wash and dry the vintage pots that've been in your family for generations since you don't want creepy crawlies, like spiders, or dust and debris sharing precious space with your clean napkins. Also, pop the lid on top to perfect the illusion and keep dirt from entering your tissue-filled teapot.

To nail bohemian decor and add a little texture to your interiors, look for a rattan or woven basket for your tissues. Ideally, you'd want one without a lid to easily place your tissue box inside and retrieve the napkins as and when you need them. But if you'd rather protect your tissues and box from dirt and moisture, look for a basket with a hole on top. Decorate your basket with faux flowers or twine for a gorgeous finish.