Zhen Xian Bao ~ Little Known Chinese Folk Art

 I constructed another variation of a Chinese Thread Book using Eco-Friendly natural handmade papers made in India. They have distinct textures with processes like embossing and screen printing.

 Zhen Xian Bao is a combination of bound book, origami folds, and multiple layers of compartmented boxes for storing all kinds of treasures. A compact way to store things with each of the boxes folding down flat.

 Zhen Xian Bao is a Little Known 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.

Black suede tie with beads as closure. Closed measures 4.5" W x 8" H. Eleven compartments and bottom layer box creates the cover of the book.