My First Unboxing this year - Operation Christmas Child 2024

Welcome to Operation Christmas Child packing for 2024! Today I am sharing my first unboxing for 2024! A fun box for a girl 2-4! Unboxings are fun to share and hopefully you enjoy them and get inspired in your own shoebox packing! Feel free to comment or ask any questions you might have!
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[@byrdfeed9071]

Let the unboxings begin!! 👏👏👏 Oh, this one is adorable, Denise (or “spudtacular” as you so appropriately called it)! I can’t get over how many potato head items you found. I think a little girl is absolutely going to love this shoebox gift, especially with the cute little ragdoll included. I actually just started a Mr. potato head box, but not for this year. I’ve had a Mr. potato head here at the house that my grandkids never played with and decided to build a shoebox around it. Unfortunately I’ve missed all the previous Mr. potato head items from DT, so it might take a while to come together. Thanks for sharing, Denise, and welcome back! ❤

[@BLESSEDandOCCobsessed]

I’ve got a Mr Potato head in the works and having the same issue locating items. Looks like he may make an appearance sometime other than 2024.

[@eastcoaststories]

Yay, congrats on your first unboxing! Such a cute theme! That's awesome you are drawing inside the lids. I know I can't! I don't want to scare the children with my drawings! lol I absolutely love the doll. I never ordered from wow before. I will look into it. So nice it goes with a second dress. So thoughtful of you to add the velcro opening. The potato doll is perfect. I remember loving playing with Mr. and Mrs. Potato head as a kid. My favorite is the outfit. Great deals. That's awesome you found Mr. and Mrs. Potato head items like the activity pad, stickers, color form, and puzzle. Such an adorable and fun theme, Denise! Thanks for sharing! I look forward to your 2024 shoeboxes! 🥔🥔❤❤♥♥

[@drogers]

Thanks Sharon! How do you have time to watch videos with a wedding? Sooo nice and supportive of you! This was a fun one and I just kept seeing Mr and Mrs potato head everywhere! So I knew I could create a fun box out of it! I love the outfit too. Cat and Jack is my favorite brand. Thank you again for watching! 🥰

[@eastcoaststories]

@@drogers I really don’t have time right now! Lol. But then I take a break and watch OCC videos and makes me feel better from all the stress!

[@BLESSEDandOCCobsessed]

Yeah, I got so excited by the notification that you had a video. Great first box. I have a Mr Potato Head in the works but not having a lot of luck to make it a true theme box yet. I love how informative you are and clear with your explanation of things. THANK YOU for sharing the information about the doll and dress. I have been considering an order from WOW. Look forward to your next box, TFS!!

[@drogers]

Thanks Tiffany! It took me over a year to get this one together but I loved it once I did. Be patient and I’m sure you’ll find Mr or Mrs potato-head items for yours. I love the little dolls from WOW but hopefully she can get a manufacturer to make a slight change in the dress. It’s the perfect size for a box! Thanks for watching!

[@sendingshoeboxes6090]

What a great way to start the year! This box is adorable. I just ordered those dolls too and really like them. I didn't try to change the dress yet so that's good to know. Thought this box was so fun and that outfit is adorable and those clips are awesome!

[@drogers]

Thanks AnnaBeth! WOW supplies has some great bulk items that might be great for your church packing! The dolls are awesome but they also have cute stuffies and soccer balls!

[@denise5457]

I love that you gave this little girl a toy that will provide hours and hours of play and also fit in a sweet dolly for her. Your lid art is wonderful. ❤️ My granddaughter was playing with Potato Heads while here last weekend. It's her favorite thing to play with when she's here. 😊

[@drogers]

Don’t you love it when kids take joy in a good old fashioned toy like potato-heads? So good to know your granddaughter enjoys them! My preschoolers loved them too! And the sweet doll will give her something soft to love. 💕 Thanks Denise!

[@eveb446]

What a lovely box for a 2 to 4 year old girl. I will have to get the large elastic bands for my boxes.

[@drogers]

Thank you! They really do work great!

[@valswain]

Oh, I love this theme! Unique and so much fun to watch 😉 your freehand artwork on the lid is amazing. “Jesus is Spudtacular” I love that! I love the colors in the box - the yellows and reds. You found so many themed items. Wow! I love the doll and I am going to check out that website. Can’t wait for your next one. Can’t wait to see the robots lol.

[@drogers]

Thanks Val! I loved doing this one. Hehe… the robots. I need to work on those…I only have the cute stuffies!😂😂😂

[@Kit.Nicole]

I am surprised at how much Mr Potato stuff is out there! That shirt matches so well with the doll’s dress. Congrats on your first box!

[@drogers]

Thanks Nicole! I was surprised myself to find so many potato head goodies! This was a fun one!

[@batmansboxes4936]

Ohhhh we should have done a collaboration 🤣🤣. Absolutely love the rag doll and what a good idea to create an opening for the dress! Great deal at DG. I tried so hard (well, not really, I forgot) to get to the toy sale. They don’t throw those often. Those jingle wrist bells are one of my favorites but I can never find them on clearance. Great job to print up your cards. You do so many it’s definitely a challenge to hand write them all. Cute color forms too! Can’t wait to see what other fabulous ideas and boxes in store this year! So happy to see you back in business my friend!

[@drogers]

Thank you friend! heeerrrrre we gooooo! 2024! I’m having fun packing and getting creative so this was a fun one! Love the new rag dolls and Mrs. Potato head just makes me smile! I finally got my corgi box done so I’ll share that one soon! Can’t wait to see your boxes too! They are awesome!

[@batmansboxes4936]

@@drogers ohhh I can’t wait to see the corgi one!! I’ll probably cry but I’m very excited for it! ❤️❤️

[@kimmclean9933]

Very cute Mrs Potato box! Lots of fun stuff that she will love! Love your picture on the lid...maybe I will have to give it a try too. I have always enjoyed the lids that are decorated like this. Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@drogers]

Thanks for watching Kim! I’ve enjoyed seeing those lids too so I decided to give it a try! I’m actually enjoying it very much! It seems to make each box so special!

[@bexleigh6847]

Your videos have been such an inspiration/helpful. I was able to pack 4 wonderful boxes and the Collection ladies were so impressed with them

[@drogers]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your comment! It’s so good to know they are helpful. And how wonderful that the collection ladies noticed your boxes!

[@RachelP-tn6rm]

I always loved the potato head toys. I generally do all 10-14 boy boxes so I really enjoy your 2-4 boxes. They are always so thoughtful and sweet.

[@drogers]

Thanks Rachel. I feel like the 2-4’s are so easy for me being a former preschool teacher but I know those boys 10-14 are soooo needed! So thank you for doing those! I’ll be doing a bunch of those this year too! Thanks for watching!

[@elainemarler1842]

My husband loves to help pack our shoeboxes!! This Mrs. Potato Head box is great!!! Always enjoy watching your videos!! Excited to see your next video!!!

[@drogers]

Thanks Elaine! How wonderful that your husband loves to help pack! My husband enjoys working at the processing center but not packing… lol. Thanks so much for watching and glad you enjoy the videos! ❤

[@darlenerogers3218]

You are amazing at packing these boxes. I was so happy to see you had an unboxing posted. ❤

[@drogers]

Awww. Thanks Darlene! So kind. ❤

[@marieterry625]

What a super fun box. That special girl will be greatly blessed!

[@drogers]

Thank you Marie! 🥰

[@sk8rmom222]

So cute. I have a Mrs. Potato Head box started too. Hope mine comes out as well.

[@drogers]

Oh so fun! I’m sure yours will be adorable!!!

[@torttia]

It's like Mary Poppins bag. I can't believe you were able to fit all of those fun items into such a small package!

[@drogers]

Thank you! I love making them full! Sometimes it does feel like a Mary Poppins bag! 😂😂

[@tammyjones3709]

Love the potato head theme. It’s a great first box. I look forward to see the other themes you do. I’m doing some filler already because I did find a lot of valentine items. ThankYou for sharing❤

[@drogers]

Thanks Tammy! Great to hear about your filler! I started early this year also! Oh my themes are fun and mostly popular character based but I’m planning some interesting ones as well! I also do non-themed that are fun too. I hope to share those also this year! Thanks for watching! I think it’s going to be a great 2024!💕

[@margaret5398]

Love this box Mrs Potato Head is brilliant and the dolly, so good you are back I appreciate all your videos and always find them helpful. Think I’ll have a look and see if I can find some potato heads. A big thank you and God Bless.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💐

[@drogers]

Thank you Margaret! You are always so sweet! Great to be back and sharing! Thank you for your lovely comment! ❤

[@tracystoaks6573]

How fun!! Potatoes 🥔 😊. I have 1 Mrs. and 1 Mr. Potato Head boxes planned. This sure gives me great ideas for both boxes. I'll definitely be looking for the color form sticker sets. The gurl who gets this will have hours of play❤

[@drogers]

Look at Dollar General. They have quite a few potato head items! Also DT! At least they did. They make for such a cute and fun box! Quality toy that gives so much joy! TFW my friend!

[@bluffcitybounty2122]

Super cute Mrs. Potato Head box, Denise! Lots of sweet items for her. Love the outfit. ❤

[@drogers]

Thanks Morgan! It was a fun one! ❤

[@Kayla_Schumacher]

So glad that you are back with your unboxings!! I love to watch them and get inspiration. What an adorable box! My son's absolute favorite toy at 3 years old was Mr. Potato Head. Such a great wow for the 2-4 age group! Her outfit is just precious. The red and gold are so beautiful. This girl is sure to feel loved!!!❤💛❤💛

[@Kayla_Schumacher]

Oh and I love the art on the box!! Such a cute personal touch!

[@drogers]

Thanks Kayla! Yes! My kids also loved Mr and Mrs Potato Head! I thought this would be fun if I could fit it all in. Those potato heads are chubby!😂😂😂

[@drogers]

Thank you! I’m having fun with it! 💕

[@melpotvin8771]

I love how many toys you have in this box. My goal this year mostly toys.

[@drogers]

Thank you! I’m trying to add more toys too!!!

[@therealsunnylife]

God bless u! Love ur videos, I also grew up with Mr. potato head, & the shirt was beautiful & a great deal!!😁👏🏼👏🏼

[@drogers]

Thank you! It’s so amazing that this toy has stood the test of time and is still a favorite! I really enjoyed packing this one. I always appreciate your encouraging words! ❤

[@PamsPackingOCCshoeboxes]

Very cute box. This little girl will be very blessed when she opens this box. I really love watching your videos. Thank you for posting them. Can’t wait to see the next one!

[@drogers]

Thank you so much! I’m really glad you enjoy them! I hope they are helpful!

[@rebeccahiggins2926]

Thanks for the inspiration, my goal is 12 boxes for my very first year 😊

[@drogers]

Thanks for watching! 12 boxes is a fantastic goal! My first year I only did 2 I think! And 14 years later I’m up to 167!!! It grew every year! God bless you as you pack!

[@melindaatencio213]

What a cute box but I didn't notice a bag. This box is going to be such a blessing

[@drogers]

Hi Melinda! Nope, no bag in this one. Very tight box. One thing I’m also trying to do this year is not stress too much on having everything in the box. Sometimes that overwhelms me thinking the box is not perfect if it doesn’t have this or that. Pack as I am led and trust in the Lord to get it to the right child. Hope that makes sense. 🥰

[@melindaatencio213]

@@drogers great box just wanted to be sure cuz u always put one but that's great I know God will get it to the right little girl

[@user-li6fn9rd8e]

Love this! Mr Potato Head was a favorite when I was young, too!❤❤❤

[@drogers]

Thanks Karen! 💕

[@patpitt7079]

Great first box Denise, love the doll and potato head idea😎. Love the hygiene pack, where do u get bags for them?

[@drogers]

I got the bags on Amazon. Resealable cellophane bags. I got them in two sizes. They are flexible enough to not take up much space and have really helped me save time! Hope that helps! 🥰

[@patriciagriswold6060]

I'm going to work on decorating shoebox lids this year. The soft doll is precious, as well as the iconic Mrs. Potato Head! I love the finger puppet puppy dog❤ The child receiving this gift has a variety of Mr./Mrs. Potato Head play items for them to enjoy😊 Thank you for sharing your hygiene kits. I drive a friend and her son to medical appointments and this is something that I could do while I wait out in the car.😊

[@drogers]

Yes, packing up the hygiene kits has been a game changer for me! It makes it so much easier! And I usually make them while watching tv! I think you’ll enjoy decorating the lids! I’m having fun with it! I’m not the best artist but they are turning out cute. Thanks for watching my friend! ❤

[@kristiprice9419]

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[@sbkr4238]

Such a cute box! Love the theme. Some little girl will be very happy.

[@drogers]

I hope so! I was so happy to pack it for her! ❤

[@lifeisraph]

Absolutely spectacular and wonderful :) I enjoyed it to bits :)

[@drogers]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!❤

[@steffik.3313]

What a cute box. ❤ Thanks for sharing. Greetings from Germany

[@drogers]

Hello in Germany!!! So nice to have you here! Thank you for watching! ❤

[@user-bw7fh4uj8u]

I missed you so much! ❤ amazing box, make me want ti rewatch Toy Story loll Of course your drawing is art! while I literally draw like a 5 year old loll

[@drogers]

I missed you too! Hope you are doing well! I just love Mr.,and Mrs. Potato Head! I love their voices in Toy Story!

[@beautifulthornbirds]

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[@user-pc2ff7xo9q]

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[@judyfrazier2462]

Cute box Denise ! Those little dolls are cute, but that's a bummer about the dresses. One of our area people tooks orders for those WOW soccer balls last year. She had a whole pallett delivered and then we picked them up at her house. This saved a lot on shipping.. I ordered 30 soccer balls for boy 10-14 boxes. I really like them and eager to pack them this year and the pumps are much smaller than the Dollar Tree ones. I like your art work !

[@drogers]

Thanks Judy on the artwork! I’m having fun with it! Yeah, such a bummer on the dresses but I think someone has told her about it to see if future productions can be improved. She really is a darling doll! I might have to check out the soccer balls and pumps. Those DT pumps ARE big! How many boxes do you pack?

[@judyfrazier2462]

The last two years, I have packed 220 boxes each year. I live in a small place and it's truly a miracle that I can pack that many. I don't ever a goal, I just keep praying through the process. I ordered boxes yesterday and I have large baggies started with themed items much like you do. So, when I start packing it frees up room on my two sets of shelves in my spare bedroom. That is why I use the pictures on the end of my boxes because they are half full. I was able to pack more as I became less concerned about everything matching or being themed which is still hard for me. God has really been speaking to me saying, "Use what you have first"!!! I am project leader at my small church and we pack about 50, by people taking a box home and packing.

[@drogers]

@@judyfrazier2462 you sound EXACTLY like me! My basement is small and as I pack up those themed bags, it gives me space for boxes. My house has stuff everywhere! Under beds, spare rooms, basement… you name it! At the end of the season I just start packing up what I have with no theme. Hard for me too but also enjoyable because less worried about everything being perfect. That is when I just keep packing until time runs out. Thanks for sharing! You just reminded me to order more boxes!!!!

[@cassandrahenry1585]

I have heard that plastic boxes are preferred by the children because they like them for keeping it for storage as it is water proof how do you feel about that idea? Thank you. 😊

[@drogers]

Yes! The plastic boxes are a gift unto them! I pack using both!

[@rolmaguiland21]

❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉 less books more toys or markers even a skiprope or craft making stuff

[@drogers]

Yes, it is my goal to include as many toys as possible this year! Thank you for watching!

[@primarinaprincess]

I'm in the process of getting all of my stuff organized & I want to do hygiene bags as well. What size bags did you use for yours?

[@drogers]

I used resealable cellophane bags in two different sizes. The smaller ones for the 2-4’s and the bigger ones for the others.51/2 x 81/2 and 3x7. Hope that helps! ❤