How to make your own crate for mandarin oranges, by a Malaysian DIYer


Ta-da! The finished handmade crate filled with mandarin oranges.

In the spirit of celebrating Chinese New Year, let’s infuse a bit of hands-on fun into the festivities with a dash of creativity through a DIY project that mirrors the essence of the season. What better way to showcase auspicious oranges than in a handmade crate using just a jigsaw, handsaw, hammer and some nails.

DIY emphasises the importance of personal effort, intention and the creation of something meaningful.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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