Constructing and Covering Boxes: The Art and Craft of Box Making

by Tom Hollander, Cindy Hollander

Learn all the steps necessary to make a variety of colorful, decorative, useful boxes created from book board and covered with decorative papers and book cloth. Nearly 300 color photos illustrate every step needed to make hinged lid, clamshell, and creative boxes. Necessary tools and materials are discussed in detail, and essential formulas are provided for each box type discussed. Basic skills necessary for the successful production of any box are also explored, including determining grain direction, pattern layout, cutting materials, covering book board with paper or book cloth, and gluing. Also provided are box making resources, a useful glossary of terms, and an appendix featuring measurement conversions. This 2nd edition includes a brand-new chapter on divided boxes, as well as additional creative box examples to further inspire you as you explore the craft.

96 pages, Paperback

Published February 28, 2020

Reviews

[Natalie all_books_great_and_small · Rating 2 out of 5]

I received a copy of this book via netgalley and the publishers but everytime i download it it just comes through with the front cover and no book. I was really looking forward to reading this book too.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Detailed but for someone who already knows how to make & cover boxes. Written directions are sometimes hard to follow and most people need a visual. Interesting take on how to cover sectioned boxes - there is another way that I was taught.

[Archana Aggarwal · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you Net Galley. An interesting book with detailed instructions. I am keen to try out the patterns in the book. The projects look beautiful and doable.