These darling miniature matchbox designs are all interesting interpretations that range form technology products to some not-so-miniature matchbox dollhouses.
Matchboxes are interesting for the fact that they are compact and nicely shaped. They evoke the desire for functional recycle after they've been used. Although there are mass quantities of them around, people don't seem to want them to go to waste.
While some people reuse them for storing small items, such as earring and buttons, artists take it a bit further and create extensive projects with them. Many have used matchbox surfaces as their painting canvases and others as direct inspirations for certain product designs.
This small selection includes exhibits some of these that designs ranging from matchbox art galleries to matchbox fragrances to even designer matchstick necklaces.
15 Charming Matchbox Interpretations

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Matchbook Cities
Illustrated Architectural Landmark Matchboxes

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Adaptable Matchbox Tables
Cargo Coffee Table Transforms to Meet Surface, Storage and Spatial Needs
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Matchstick Data Sticks
Phillu is Data Storage in a Matchbox
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Matchbox Art Galleries
The Matchboox is a Collection of Folded Miniature Artwork
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Uplifting Affirmation Art
Instant Comfort Pocket Boxes Will Brighten Up Your Cloudy Day
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Mountainous Dollhouses
The StudioXAG 'Hands On: Design Brought to Life' Exhibit
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Miniature Matchbox Gardens
Matchcarden Cultivates Tiny Gardens in Miniature Townhouses
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Miniature Iconic Matchbox Paintings
Matchbox Art by Joseph Martinez Revives Petite Images
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Striking Matchbox Branding
The Strike Matchbox by Shane Schneck Focuses on the Abrasive Side
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Geometric Matchboxes
Design Pyrenees Turns a Block of Wood into Matches
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Hidden Art Presents
'The Matchbox Project' Lets You Bid On Mystery Gifts in Mini Boxes
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Designer Matchstick Necklaces
The Allumer + Paul Smith ‘Flicker Of Light’ Jewelry is C
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DIY Candy-Dispensing Robots
These Quirky Robots make the Perfect DIY Valentine Gifts for Children
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Matchbox Fragrances
The Perfumed Incense Papers by Francis Kurkdjian
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Fiery Fiction Flames
These Literary Lites Pay Hot Homage to Classic Literature
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