Chinese Thread Book ~ Zhen Xian Bao

I made this Chinese Thread Book / Zhen Xian Bao using handmade papers. Layers of textured handmade paper from Nepal called Batik Square Black & White and Batik Square Ivory & Beige and Floral screen printed paper from India. I crafted a belt fold band as the closure.

This origami folding book has 3 layers of 5 folding pockets.  Measures 4.5 inches square.

Chinese Thread Books are an old Chinese Folk Art. Women made these“Chinese Thread Books” to carry their sewing supplies. They would often include threads, snips of fabric, needles, paper patterns and other items all folded and tucked into pockets.

I've made several of these wonderful folding books in the past. Here is a link to my previous posted Chinese Thread Books.