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Boxes and Slipcases

Handmade Boxes and Slipcases

People often think that making something as seemingly complex as a box or a slipcase is beyond their skill level. Not true! If you are careful about your initial measurements (use my worksheets!) then your handmade boxes and slipcases should turn out perfectly!

Hardbound Explosion Box  

While technically neither a book nor a box, the explosion box lends itself to many creative uses, including containing book-like elements. This particular version is made with bookboard and is much more substantial and sophisticated than the usual cardstock explosion box.

Contents of the Hardbound Explosion Box

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slipcase

A slipcase is a classy and classic way to protect your handmade books.Slipcase for a Handmade Book

Clamshell Box

This neat little folding box makes a great container for a special book or set of books. It’s also perfect as a portfolio box, holding separate images. The fact that one side is completely open once you open it up makes it very easy to get items in and out. Handmade Clamshell Box Bookmaking Example          

 

 

 

     Handmade Clamshell Box with Books Bookmaking Example

 

 

 

 

 

 

Traditional Hardcase Portfolio

You can use this classic folio for a wide variety of tasks, from holding drawings and prints, showing off at a job interview or holding your wedding vows during your wedding ceremony!Handmade Traditional Hardcase Portfolio Bookmaking Example  

 

 

 

Hardbound Portfolio Case

Handmade Hardbound Portfolio Case Bookmaking ExampleMake a more sophisticated version of the traditional portfolio cover. This is a great additional way to show off your creativity when showing off your portfolio.         

 

Handmade Open Hardbound Portfolio Case Bookmaking Example