Problem XI
Problem XI
SLIP BOX[4]
Time: 6 hours.Materials: Newsboard, vellum, thin paper.
This box (Plate XXXVIII) by varying the size may be used for holding pencils, checkers, a picture puzzle, or for other purposes.
Accurately lay out the box on the newsboard as shown in the drawing and cut on the outside lines, preferably with the cardboard cutter. Along the edges of the base score with a sharp knife or strong pin and turn up the sides with the lines outside. The corners should be stayed with a strip of vellum as shown to hold the box in shape.
Cut a strip of lining or other thin paper long enough to extend around the box and lap over about ½ inch; the width should be at least one inch greater than height of sides. Paste this strip to the sides of the box allowing surplus width to extend equally above and below.
At each corner of the box make cuts in the paper so that it may be pasted to the inside of the box at one edge and to the bottom of the box at the other. It is advised that no attempt be made to line either the inside or the base. The case should be enough larger than the box to allow the latter to slip easily but not fall out. By making each side of the case ⅛ of an inch wider than the corresponding sides of the box, this is accomplished. It will be noticed that three narrow faces are shown in the drawing. Lap the broader outside face B over the narrower one A and paste securely. This gives stability to the outside.
Cut a strip of vellum long enough to paste around the box and extend beyond it at least ½ inch at each end. Paste this to the foundation; at each corner make cuts in the vellum, and paste projecting parts to the inside of the foundation.
[4]From “War Time Occupations.”
[4]From “War Time Occupations.”
Plate XXXVIII.
Plate XXXVIII.