Decorative Band Boxes with Tray Inserts with Mary Emery Lacoursiere

Bandboxes were a familiar form of storage for nearly a hundred years, beginning in the mid-eighteenth century.  Also used as an early form of carry-on luggage, it’s now our richest source of historical wallpapers. Check out these examples from the NHA collections.

Oval Box

Hat Box

Students will make an band box with a a tray insert.  Students will  learn box construction, and paper cutting and covering the box.   Students are encouraged to bring your own papers but a selection of paper will also be available to all students

All materials and tools will be provided.

Member Fee: $150

Non-Member Fee: $200

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