Treasured Chests: Paper Covered Boxes

Today’s feature is from Martha Stewart with this how-to for Paper-Covered Boxes:

Pretty Paper Covered Boxes Project By marthastewart.com

Plain wooden boxes can be transformed into sleek luxury his-or-her jewel cases or desk accessories by covering them with papers embossed to resemble lizard skin, leather, and shagreen, the sharkskin favored by Louis XV.

These would be great for gift giving! You can also add a decorative touch with ribbon & button closures or a wax seal (optional).

Supplies needed:

• Wooden craft box
• Decorative embossed paper
• Glue

Please visit the site listed above for all the project details (tip: look at the bottom of the article to click through the other tutorials and ideas offered for decorative boxes).

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