This is a tutorial provided as a PDF download of how to make this altered box to resemble a vintage steamer trunk and a matching mini album to fit inside. Perfect for Summer, Vacation, or Travel photos. Tons of space for photos and journaling and lots of tips and techniques along the way. I've used Graphic 45's Tropical Travelogue Deluxe Collector's Edition, but you can use your own favorite papers as desired.
My directions are easy-to-follow, given step-by-step with color photos along the way. This document is 14 pages and includes paper cutting guides and supply list. You will need the following suggested supplies to complete this project as shown in the photos:
• Graphic 45 Tropical Travelogue Deluxe Collector's Edition Pack (G45papers.com)
• Walnut Hollow Wooden Box (See photo above. Amazon)
• Graphic 45 large black tags (G45papers.com
• Graphic 45 Door Pulls, Keyholes, Lion Head Door Knocker and Brads (G45papers.com)
• 49 & Market flowers "Vintage Shades Cluster - Yellow" SKU #85991 (http://www.49andmarket.com/where-to-purchase/)
• Medium-weight black chipboard (Amazon)
• Various Adhesives, wet and dry
• Beacon's Fabri-Tac and 3-in-1 glues
• Bone Folder
• Paper Trimmer
• Scissors
• Sanding block or sand paper
• Ground Espresso Distress Ink or any dark brown ink
• 8" x 10" scrap of burlap
• Brown Craft Foam
• Piercing Tool and Soft Mat
• Fine Point Black Permanent Marker
• Timber Brown Staz-on Ink
• Beads and trims
• Black and Kraft cardstock (several sheets of each)
• Two black eyelets and an eyelet setting tool
• Corner Rounder Punch
PLEASE NOTE: A single copy of this tutorial is intended for personal use. If you wish to teach a class and plan to print multiple copies, you are required to purchase the Commercial Usage Fee as described. If you wish to package kits to sell with my tutorial, the same Commercial Usage Fee will be required and you must not alter my directions in any way.
A compatible video has been provided on my YouTube channel sharing a walk-through of the completed album and steamer trunk to assist in viewing the project even further and all the different interactive elements. I've included some tips and hints throughout also. You can find me at https://www.youtube.com/user/AnnetteMGreen
This is an intermediate level project which should take 6 - 8 hours to complete everything.