DIY Light Box

I came across a website the other day that show how to make a light box.  You can see the site here.  Long story short, I decided to build my own light box for my classroom.  Here is how I did it.

First I started off with my supplies.  I use a clear plastic tote, scissors, packing tape, aluminum foil, an under counter light and some pvc pipe cutters.  Hint:  Don't use pipe cutters to cut the tote.  They will crack it.  Oh, well.  The foil hid the crack.

First cut a small section of the lip of the tote out, so that the cord will fit through.  I forgot to take a picture of this step, but you can see the note later in the instructions.

Next, cover the inside of the tote with aluminum foil and use the packing tape to make sure it will stay.   Do not cover the bottom.  That will be the top of your light box later.

Put your light on the lid of the tote.  Use the packing tape to secure the light.

Now put the bottom on the tote, making sure to run your cord out the hole that you cut.



Lastly, you have your own light box.

 I can't wait to take this to school.  I know the kids will love it!