Cut the top off of the tissue box using a pair of scissors, leaving behind an open-topped box that is about 3 inches tall.
Paint the interior of the box white.
Paint the exterior of the box a solid color or decorate it with designs of your choice. Simple designs like spirals, circles or stars all suit a cheerful note dispenser.
Allow the paint to dry thoroughly.
Spray the box with a layer of spray varnish to protect the paint, and allow the varnish to dry completely.
Measure the length and width of the box.
Cut sheets of paper for your note paper dispenser that match the dimensions of the box.