First Birthday Party Time Capsule

2 min read September 13, 2026 Missy and Kristen
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Treasure all the sweet hopes, dreams and wishes your party guests have for your little one with this adorable DIY time capsule! Turn an ordinary card box into a sweet-as-can-be time capsule that your child will save and open on their 18th birthday. We love this simple and sweet first birthday party idea! Be sure to get the Free Download for this project!

Project Time
20 to 25 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Begin by adding a coat of Cinnamon Glitterific Paint to a Jumbo Foam Reindeer Head Shape. Allow to dry.

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Step
2

Apply 2-3 coats of White Acrylic Paint to a Kraft Paper Card Box. Allow to dry.

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Step
3

Use Mavalus® Multi-Purpose Adhesive Tape to attach the glittered reindeer head shape to the front of Card Box. Take 2 holly and berry foam stickers from the 3-D Gingerbread House Craft Kit and attach them to the bottom of the reindeer's antlers.

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Step
5

Hot Glue the painted Snowflakes to the Card Box.

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Step
6

Print out and frame our Free Time Capsule Printable.

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Step
7

Display the printable and time capsule at your Reindeer First Birthday Party and savor all those sweet birthday wishes for years to come!

See how to make your own DIY Reindeer Balloon Garland Backdrop and Reindeer Party Centerpieces to complete your winter celebration!

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