Tramp Art Papercrafts

Create beautiful gifts and home accents that capture the look of a vintage, 19th-century craft for 21st-century fun! Simply cut shapes from corrugated paper, then stack and glue them on boxes and chests to achieve the vintage appearance of notched and layered wood for which Tramp Art is famous. Based on the folk art and stories of traveling tramps and hobos from years past who traded their talent for trips around the world and a carefree lifestyle, this illustrated handbook will help you craft your own Tramp Art. Now any crafter can achieve the vintage look of notched wood for which Tramp Art is famous with just some corrugated cardboard and a few simple craft supplies. Corrugated cardboard crafting is fun for all ages, and the 25 amazing projects here will delight your family and friends: *Stationery and notecards *Treasure boxes and home accents *Frames and albums *Lamp bases and shades *Portfolios and mini books *Candles and pendants *and more! With the easy, step-by-step instructions and illustrations, you and your family can craft up a new generation of Tramp Art!