After doing the cardstock version of the Book in a Box that looks like a Book, I thought I would have a play and make the box from chipboard - and I love it. Its basically the same as the previous but you need to cut the chipboard into separate sections to get it do all the folds.
I decided to cover the spine of the book so the o'wires don't show and think that with this vintagey colour scheme it works really well.
I used Kaisercrafts papers, which were fab for this.
I'll find the tutorial for the cardstock version and add it to the blog in case anyone wants to give it go.
After doing the cardstock version of the Book in a Box that looks like a Book, I thought I would have a play and make the box from chipboard - and I love it. Its basically the same as the previous but you need to cut the chipboard into separate sections to get it do all the folds.
I decided to cover the spine of the book so the o'wires don't show and think that with this vintagey colour scheme it works really well.
I used Kaisercrafts papers, which were fab for this.
I'll find the tutorial for the cardstock version and add it to the blog in case anyone wants to give it go. 
What a gorgeous project!I absolutely love the 'chunky look' of this brilliant book! This type of book would be a gorgeous gift. Looking forward to seeing a tutorial, it's inspirational.
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This is lovely :-) I especially like the metal corners!
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Annette
ReplyDeleteLaughing this morning, I've just posted to my blog a book within a book I did last week,and you've got one very similar! I've done a huge chipboard one before, but thankfully this was much smaller, they feel really sturdy in chipboard, in fact I've got a spare due to incorrect measurements being taken by my other half, so going to treat myself and use it for me! Love how you've covered the spine, it certainly does give it a vintage look and makes a lovely change from ribbons - is it hard to do?
Hope you are well
Virginia
Oh my, I loved the CS version but this is...WOW!!!
ReplyDeleteI think these "book in a box that looks like a book" goodies would make super Christmas pressies...just need some time to do them LOL
Toni :o)
Yet another work of art ..... beautiful papers
ReplyDeleteBeautiful as ever xxx
ReplyDeleteWow Annette, you never disappoint ... I love this and I will look forward to tutorial.
ReplyDeleteI have no words ... rarely have I seen anything quite so beautiful ... stunning!
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing creation - you're so clever!
ReplyDeleteTruly this is lovely; how come just covering the spine makes it so different. Would love to find the tutorial if you can make time!
ReplyDeleteThat is gorgeous Annette!!
ReplyDeleteThat is absolutely gorgeous. It would make a lovely Xmas gift - but if I made one half as good as that, I would have to keep it for myself!
ReplyDeletewow so fantastic, lovely box and beautiful book
ReplyDeleteWhat an beautifull book you have made. I am looking forward to the tutorial of it. I love your work.
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I love the look of this, and I can't wait to try one.
ReplyDeleteLove it! How did yoou curve that spine???
ReplyDeleteI love this!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous V.V.
ReplyDeleteI love the chunky look to this.
I think we'll have to plead with you for a tut so we can all make our christmas pressies...not that I could ever part with one that looked as good as yours x
Totally love this. Kaisercraft papers are always fab for minibooks & these have real vintage appeal. It would make a gorgeous gift :)
ReplyDeleteOh this is beautiful Annette. I'm hoping to get a BIA soon so expect another stalker as I have no idea what to dowith it - got the ideas just not the know how ;)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous book annette - can't wait for the tutorial xxxxx
ReplyDeleteWOW what a great book and box!!! I love the way you have used patterned paper for the pages of the book, they look great! and covering the O'rings is a brillant idea. i have tried this a few times but failed! whats your trick in doing this please?
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