Overview
There’s a special mystique about boxes. They can keep things organized, hold our treasures, or conceal our secrets. That’s the inspiration behind this delightful collection of more than 35 projects for decorating ordinary boxes with fabric, paper, metal, wire, glass, and other materials—and embellishing them with appliqués, beads, buttons, photographs, artificial flowers, and even old costume jewelry. The projects include a Leather Valet to store keys and change, the Mermaid’s Mosaic Box (ideal for bathroom use), Lavender Matchbox Sachets, and even a Paisley Box Purse. The step-by-step directions introduce a wide range of craft techniques, from papier mache to reverse painting on glass. It’s an inventive way to recycle old boxes, and an inexpensive source of charming one-of-a-kind gifts.
Synopsis
There’s a special mystique about boxes. They can keep things organized, hold our treasures, or conceal our secrets. That’s the inspiration behind this delightful collection of more than 35 projects for decorating ordinary boxes with fabric, paper, metal, wire, glass, and other materials—and embellishing them with appliqués, beads, buttons, photographs, artificial flowers, and even old costume jewelry. The projects include a Leather Valet to store keys and change, the Mermaid’s Mosaic Box (ideal for bathroom use), Lavender Matchbox Sachets, and even a Paisley Box Purse. The step-by-step directions introduce a wide range of craft techniques, from papier mache to reverse painting on glass. It’s an inventive way to recycle old boxes, and an inexpensive source of charming one-of-a-kind gifts.
Constance Ashmore Fairchild - Library Journal
Little undecorated treasure boxes are easily found at craft shops or garage sales, or they can be handmade from cardboard. Maloney (Memory Art) uses boxes in many shapes and materials, decorating them with all sorts of fabric, charms, and decorated paper. As with collage, the projects may be varied by the materials the crafter has on hand. An excellent source of ideas, this is a good public library selection.
Editorials
Library Journal
Little undecorated treasure boxes are easily found at craft shops or garage sales, or they can be handmade from cardboard. Maloney (Memory Art) uses boxes in many shapes and materials, decorating them with all sorts of fabric, charms, and decorated paper. As with collage, the projects may be varied by the materials the crafter has on hand. An excellent source of ideas, this is a good public library selection.
—Constance Ashmore Fairchild