Well done, youve now created a custommade clamshell box for your special book. Clamshell custom rare book box archival storage boxes. The clamshell design enables the box to lie flat when opened to aid in book removal. Deluxe clamshell archival boxes archival storage and. Every box is custom made per project, based on print size and capacity. Make sure that you are leaving a 12 of fabricpaper around the entire piece of book. Its also perfect as a portfolio box, holding separate images. However, we find that clamshell boxes are best suited for smaller objects as larger clamshells use a large surface area when open flat. Clamshell boxes are customfit cases made for a precious bound book or set of books. Family bibles, a bound book or set of books, loose papers, and journals are provided a stylish and professional appearance, while offering the necessary protection against harmful light, dirt, and the usual wear. The box consists of three parts, all made of binders board, and given in order of their construction. Enclosure for portfolios, prints, and books clamshell presentation box. These acidfree boxes are made from either archival. We have engineered unique combinations of old world and new technologies that enable endless customization which can be used for unique presentations, portfolios and archival storage.
For the inner tray that holds the book, archival papers are used to cover the book board which is also acidfree to preserve and protect your valuable book. Heritage clamshell boxes are the finest archival storage boxes on the market and constructed from our exclusive eflute heritage corrugated board. Davids clamshell boxes beautifully preserve books of various style and age, including rare and antiquarian books, portfolio pieces, religious texts, and contemporary works. That exotic structure is a mix of a clamshell and slipcase boxes. Children in all cultures learn that the contents of a book can be accessed by opening its covers.
Store your most valuable books in this clamshell custom rare book box. It is custommade to fit the book it contains, thus providing support and protection to the volume it encloses. A custom handmade dog collar is riveted to the cover, and it includes a dog tag with the title and author name engraved on the surface. Resembling a clamshell in both form and function this box is built with an upper and lower tray, bound together with a connective spine. This means you can order a case for any size book, out of any material we offer. Like our books, every clamshell case is custom handcrafted and guaranteed to last a lifetime. Box making is one of the skills a bookbinder should master. The process for creating the trays is exactly the same in terms of how to measure and cut and glue together. Clamshell box for first edition of the catcher in the rye, by j. Measure the trays for the clamshell box directly from the object youre building the box for, so itll fit nicely in there. Each clamshell box purchase starts at 100 units per order. As with custom bindings, attractive archival storage cases, boxes and folios can be constructed using any combination of materials. Low minimums and off the shelf inventory make stock clamshell packaging a convenient option for products that dont have large volumes or for companies just starting out. David makes archival clamshell boxes and slipcases to protect and preserve valuable bookswhether an old family bible, a rare first edition, or a valuable book that is centuries old.
Measure the trays for the clamshell box directly from the object. The two colorcoded illustrations show the three parts as they appear when the enclosure is opened and closed. The deluxe clamshell is a strong and durable doubletray clamshell crafted from highdensity binders board. These highquality storage boxes are perfect for your newspapers, cassettes, cdsdvds, documents, photos, records and rare books. They provide a stylish and professional appearance. Jul 04, 2017 a clamshell box is a protective enclosure that can be custom made to fit any volume. Since 1980, david has been creating elegant custom clamshell book boxes. Custom clamshell boxes, slipcases, and portfolios protect books and other items, and can range from the simple to the decorative. Also need a list of supplies is davey board ok or barrier board thank you for some help. Tbcl rare books highlights collectors clamshell cases. A variety of box types are offered, including our top of the line leather rounded spine clamshell box with false raised bands and gold tooling. One piece construction, where the cover folds back and the box opens flat. The box opens like a book, with a tray on the bottom to hold the volume, and one on the top to cover it.
The box on the right is one of two designs popularly selected for family bibles and large books. A wide variety of clamshell book box options are available to you, such as industrial use, use. Lay the piece of book board trays only that you want to cover on top of your fabricpaper. Our book boxes are labeled on the spine and sit on the shelf, just like a book. They provide a stylish and professional appearance, while. There are some changes in the measurements where you add cloth thicknesses in and a. David makes archival clamshell boxes and slipcases to protect and preserve valuable books whether an old family bible, a rare first edition, or a valuable book that is centuries old. Transient books hand crafts high quality, custom clam shell boxes for housing your first edition books, priceless manuscripts, keepsakes and mementos. This video shows the making of a clamshell box for a book in special collections at university of colorado boulder. Protect books against damage with archival book storage boxes, and use our book trays for economical shortterm storage and transportation. Our elegant clamshell box takes the luxury of our fine art books and matted albums to a new level. These boxes are customfit cases made for precious fragile items to be preserved in there original condition. It is commonly used for packaging books, manuals, and booklets.
I needed a very large box to hold an antique oversized book with a silk cover. The interior of the clamshell box can be builtup andor customized inserts can be made to accommodate virtually any shaped book, document, scroll, or. Build a custommade clamshell box for your book boekbinden. A clamshell box is a protective box with a hinged lid connected to its base. To find the height and width of the inner tray base, take the size of the object and add one board thickness. Apr 21, 2007 am interested in making a clamshell box and have found your insructions but you continually refer to the previous box you made. You can use these skills to make boxes for other objects as a storage option, or for gift wrapping.
Mar 23, 2005 a slipcase encloses a book on all sides except the spine, while a clamshell box normally envelops the book completely. The clamshell box is a classic solution for storing and presenting archival prints. This neat little folding clamshell box also called a drop spine box makes a great container for a special book or set of books. The size listed in the name of the product is the size of the artwork that the box can support. Eternity archival clamshell art storage box 24x32 each clamshell box has a standard amount of allowance 1814 so that artwork can easily be removed from the box. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Each clamshell box has a standard amount of allowance 1814 so that artwork can easily be removed from the box. Prints live in the lower tray which is built with a cutout for easy access. Clamshell boxes clamshell ring boxes blue box packaging. If you have a big book or another flat heavy object, set it on top of the box to help the glue bind better. Clamshell boxes are constructed of the board used for book covers over which book cloth is wrapped, producing a wellfunctioning, neatly crafted box.
Slip cases are helpful in keeping books safe from damaging elements and a custom protective book box can be for a unique book or combintaion of book and letters. Fullview clamshell visit our materials page to select from fabrics, leather, and a range of manmade materials to cover the exterior of your book. These protective enclosures are available with or without a chemise a folder to wrap the book as it rests within its slipcase or book box. The elegant box protects your book from damage caused by light, dirt and handling. Product description our clamshell style book box is an attractive addition to any book collection. If you have an unusual design, well make it work, or design it for you. Clamshell boxes are great for print and photo presentation as the contents can easily be slid from base to lid without leaving the box. Tbcl makes a custom, handcrafted protective collectors modern clamshell cases designed to include embossed covers inspired by book wrappers and cover illustrations. The lid is slightly larger than so that the side pieces nest when the case is closed.
This box is used to house books of some special significance, such as artist. I like the fact that one side of the clamshell box is completely exposed once you open it up. Clamshell custom rare book box archival storage boxes new. The main difference with the clamshell is that you create two threewalledtrays, one of which sits inside the other. This neat little folding box makes a great container for a special book or set of books. Archival clamshell boxes and slipcases are beautiful and meaningful ways to preserve valuable books. Try making your own clamshell box from book board or cardboard. A standard clamshell rigid box comprises of 2 parts, external spread, and internal plate.
All things considered, since this is a custom box, everything begins with the book. The standard deluxe clamshell is covered in premium imported bookcloth, available in a variety of colors. Once this repair is finished, we will make a clothcovered clamshell box for the book. Children in all cultures learn that the contents of a book can be accessed by opening. The box is handcrafted to fit your book exactly and comes with your requested text imprinted on the spine. At bella forte designs, our specialty is premium custom boxes. Our clam shell boxes also combine with all of our custom bound books. Sep 05, 2018 this neat little folding clamshell box also called a drop spine box makes a great container for a special book or set of books.
Our whole inventory of clamshell boxes is available at wholesale prices and in bulk order. They prevent wear and tear on bindings, making homemade books last forever. A traditional clamshell box will be hinged on its spine that drops down and opens flat. Both the lid and bottom sections of the box have three fixed side sections. Need to present your ideas, your portfolio or your artwork. Apr 01, 2011 for my clamshell box i chose a pink fabric for my upper and lower boards, and marbleized paper for my outer cases and spine. The spine is a premium quality black book cloth with the balance of the cover done in a design art paper, of which there are many choices. Exquisite, museum quality boxes rugged enough for long term storagethumb cut notch for easy opening60 pt.
Both materials are museumgrade and safe for indefinite storage. Archival storage boxes acidfree, safe storage for books. Interior is natural linen, exterior is burgundy artpaper with dyed book calf on the spine, original dustjacket scans provided by the client, custom foil label on dyed book calf. Product description our clamshellstyle book box is an attractive addition to any book collection. Making a clamshell box journeys in the bibliosphere. Protective book boxes clam shell box slip cases for. Its strength and rigidity makes this box ideal for storing precious materials and documents. A traditional clamshell box will be hinged on its spine that drops.
Both slipcases and clamshell boxes can be custom built to provide a perfect fit for a specific book or magazine. Jun 09, 2014 paper or book cloth to cover your box. It makes bringing the album out for viewing a truly special occasion, every time, and helps to protect it for decades to come. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The term clamshell box refers to a particular box style constructed from one piece of material. Ill show you a finished box and begin construction on two larger boxes. Buy products related to clamshell box products and see what customers say. Endsheets are handmade paste papers, and the book is housed in a clamshell box featuring a rubber doggie door on the front, revealing the book below when lifted. Top 10 box making tutorials on the internet ibookbinding. Designed by our brilliant team, the clamshell box takes its name from an old bookbinding technique. Clamshell packaging plastic clamshell packaging, custom. The clamshell rigid box is a hinged top rigid paper box that opens and closes like a clamshell. A clamshell or drop spine box is a protective case that unfolds and holds books or other valuables.
This may well be the reason for the popularity of clamshell boxes, which are the most commonly used form of packaging in conservation. The clam shell box is a protective box made of archival materials and it provides two overlapping trays and an outer case to house a book. Clamshell boxes are also accommodating to retailers, coming with clear stickers and built in delta holes for easily hanging your boxes on a display shelf. A clamshell box is a protective enclosure that can be custom made to fit any volume. These limited edition clamshell book boxes will have a different appearance than the boxes that are. Blue box packaging ensures you, to provide the most superb rigid clamshell boxes with the custom size, printing, material, lamination, and addons. In general, clamshell boxes are more elaborate, and therefore pricier, than slipcases. By building four wells in the clamshell box withe a ribbon under each for easy removal, all four volumes of this set are together. It may help you to solve one of the problems all slipcases have you dont need to pull the book from the box by the back. Artwork from the cover and text can be foilstamped and inset into covers, or leather spine labels are used when the client wishes to match other bindings on a bookshelf. Custom clamshell gift box is a pivoted cover rigid paper box that opens and closes like a clamshell. Our clamshell cases are the ultimate finishing touch. If desired, leather may be incorporated into the design of the clamshell box either in combination with cloth or alone.
Easytoassemble, acidfree, archivalsafe book boxes offer ideal storage for thick pamphlets, softcover books, and fragile or damaged books. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Specialty boxes provide the ultimate customization and emerge primarily from our clamshell box design. Dart container dart 5 clear hinged plastic food take out togo clamshell container 100 pack pack of 100. Hard cover bookbinding, book restoration, custom boxes, clamshell box, phase box, slip case, protective book boxes. Tls features top quality archival storage solutions with our selection of archival quality storage boxes. Cat tail run produces boxes for protecting books of these the most common are slipcases and rare book boxes in the clamshell style. The fourth spine side has a hinge to join the top and botto. Archival clamshell with metal edge boxboard, 11 x 14 x 1.
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