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Out of This World Pencil Box: DIY Decoden Craft for Kids

Blast off into a new school year with this out-of-this-world Glow-in-the-Dark Pencil Box Craft!
Perfect for kids of all ages, this fun and creative project uses whipped cream glue (a technique known as Decoden) and glow-in-the-dark stars to create a personalized, functional, and super-cool pencil case.
This is a fantastic back-to-school activity that’s sure to be a hit with young astronauts and space explorers!
Whether you’re heading back to class or just looking for a unique craft, the magic of glow-in-the-dark accessories adds a touch of wonder to storing pencils, pens, and other school essentials.
Collecting Your Cosmic Supplies 🌌
This craft requires a basic plastic box and specialty cream glue for that signature whipped look and texture.
Required Supply Shopping List
- The Cosmic Container: A clear plastic box (or box of any color) of your desired size for school supplies.
- Starry Sky Glue: Whipped Cream Glue (Decoden Cream) in your favorite colors (white, pink, or blue are popular choices!) with decorating piping tips.
- Celestial Embellishments: Glow-in-the-dark stars, charms, rhinestones, or any other space-themed embellishments that catch your eye.
Why Your Kids Will Love This Decoden Craft
- Shine Bright, Be Creative: This craft allows kids to create a personalized pencil box that is as unique as they are, with endless customization options.
- Fun & Functional: It’s a practical school supply that kids will be excited to use.
- A Touch of Magic: The glow-in-the-dark feature makes even nighttime study sessions feel a little more fun!
Easy Steps to a Stellar Pencil Box 🛠️
Creating your Decoden box is a quick, imaginative process, though the drying time requires patience.
Creating Your Glow-in-the-Dark Design
- Dream Up Your Creation: Imagine your pencil box as a galactic adventure. Choose your cream glue color and envision your pattern—swirls, dots, or a cosmic landscape.
- Pipe the Starlight: Squeeze the whipped cream glue onto the top of your pencil box, creating your chosen cosmic pattern. Don’t be afraid to be creative!
- Add Your Galactic Glow: While the glue is still wet, carefully place your glow-in-the-dark stars and other celestial embellishments onto the base. Arrange them to form constellations or a random cosmic design.
- Patience is a Virtue: Let your pencil box dry completely. This is the longest part, as the thick glue layer needs time to cure (often 24-48 hours).
✨🚀 DIY Glow-in-the-Dark Pencil Box (Decoden
⏱️ Active Time: 20 Minutes | Drying Time: 24–48 Hours | Yield: 1 Pencil Box
✨ Supplies
- Plastic Pencil Box
- Whipped Cream Glue (Decoden Cream) with Piping Tips
- Glow-in-the-Dark Stars (and other charms)
- Tweezers (optional, for precise placement)
📝 Instructions
- Prepare: Clean the surface of your plastic box. Select your charms, glue colors, and piping tips.
- Pipe Base: Apply the whipped cream glue onto the lid or top of the box in a thick, even layer using your chosen piping tip.
- Place Charms: Immediately place the glow-in-the-dark stars and other embellishments onto the wet glue.
- Cure: Allow the pencil box to dry and cure completely for at least **24 hours** before handling or using it.
- Blast Off!: Charge the stars under a light, then watch your custom box glow!
Ready to Create a ‘Stellar’ School Supply? ⬇️
This fun, easy craft is the perfect way to get excited about heading back to school or just adding a unique, handmade touch to your desk supplies!
More from Mama Likes This
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- Mermaid Hair Clips
- Coffee Hair Clips
- Coffee Hair Brush
- Hearts
- Pink Princess Hair Brush
- Mermaid Hair Brush
- Vacation Hair Brush
- Beach Vacation Hair Clips
- Vacation Memory Box
- Easter Eggs
- Graduation Keychains
- Graduation Hair Clips
- Patriotic Keychains
- Patriotic Hair Clips
- Neon Stars Hair Clips
- Glow in the Dark Hair Clips
- Glow in the Dark Pencil Box
- Halloween Hair Clips
- Halloween Hair Brush
- Gothic Hair Clips
- Gothic Hair Brush
- Apple Hair Brush
- Fall Apple Hair Clips
Glow in the Dark Crafts
Box Crafts
- Vacation Memory Box
- Decoden Mermaid Treasure Box
- Glow in the Dark Star Pencil Box
Star Crafts
- Glow in the Dark Picture Frame
- Glow in the Dark Hair Clips
- Neon Stars Hair Clips
- Patriotic Hair Clips
- Superstar Ornament
- Valentine Star Heart
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Where to Buy Jewelry and Craft Supplies Online
- AliExpress has a huge selection of jewelry making and craft supplies at super low prices – incredibly low prices. Plan ahead when you order, since shipping can take longer than US based companies.
- Amazon also has a good selection of supplies and shipping can be very fast.
You can get the supplies for this DIY project at either of those online stores.
Free Printable Activity Pages
Check out my free printables, when you are looking for fun activities to do at home.
Many are from Disney, Netflix and Shout Factory, so they feature movies, TV series and characters that your kids already know and love.
Some are educational, but others are just plain fun.
There are coloring pages, crafts, word puzzles, mazes, memory games and many other family friendly activities.
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