THE CLAMSHELL BOX also known as the Drop Spine Box

Two days,, 9:00am – 4:00pm. $235. ~ materials included. To be scheduled for Fall 2024.

The drop-spine box, popularly known as the clamshell box, opens like a book. Constructed with an outer case, it has two attached interlocking trays used to protect and house books, prints, photos, or other unusual objects.

Students first make a pre-cut 8-1/2" x 11" box to learn the sequence of assembly and covering, then focus on a custom make a box for their own personal item, no bigger than 11 x 14 inches, by 1-3/8 inches deep. All boxes will be covered in bookcloth, and lined inside with paper. A clamshell box is a three-dimensional object, and will require spatial thinking and some precise measuring and hand cutting. Simple techniques will be taught to ease this challenge.

Class limited to 4 students. BOOKBINDING WARMUP is prerequisite.

This hardbound book is housed in a clamshell box for its presentation and protection. Box closes like a book to enclose the object.