How to Make a Storage Box

Materials Needed:

• Cigar box, 2 x 6 x 8 inches or any other similar size sturdy box
• Piece of soft fiberboard or StyrofoamTM
• Glue
• White paper
• Moth crystals (to keep pests out of collections)
• Pill box or safety match box (to hold moth crystals)
• Insect pins--No. 2 or No. 3 size
• Insect labels

Steps:

1. Cut the fiberboard to fit the bottom of the box.
2. Cover the bottom of the box with glue, insert the cardboard, and press firmly until it adheres. Wipe off any excess glue.
3. Line the box with white paper.
4. Fill the match box or small pill box with moth crystals.
5. If the pill box is air tight, punch some holes in the lid.
6. Pin the box in a corner of the cigar box.