Decorative
container in a larger scale has front and back
panel assemblies which are
attached to open-topped,
tapered at the toe interior vessel.
Decorative details
include instep, heel and upper overlays,
cuff and instep trim
(embellished with 18 small eyelets or brads),
double-layer pull loops at top edge,
heel strap with
double star accent, scalloped Concho button.
Suitable for a gift box,
western or patriotic display,
or as part of table decor for a themed banquet.
Measures
approx. 7” wide x 9” tall x 1.75” deep when completed.
ASSEMBLY: 1. Identify and cut the shapes:
A front and back base shapes
B front & back main upper base with top rim shapes
C front & back insets with edge trim, heel shapes
D heel straps, star accent
E layered straps, scalloped buttons
F vessel box front
G vessel box back
H vessel front boxing strip
I vessel bottom boxing strip
(NOTE that this shape has been modified in the final
cut file to include a window cut out to allow
fingertip access)
NOT SHOWN: panel to cover window cutout
J vessel back boxing strip
edge of upper accents by setting eyelets into punched
holes of trim. One good way to accomplish this is . . .
. . . to position and attach the punched trim at
top of the upper accent shape. Then . . .
. . . use an awl or similar sharp instrument to
punch holes through the upper shape, then
insert and set eyelets.
3. Repeat the process for the instep shapes to position
and attach trim at top edge, then . . .
. . . insert and set eyelets. NOTE that the center hole
is NOT for an eyelet, but for the heel strap accent.
4. With the trim in place, carefully bend back along
the three perforation lines to add a little shaping.
5. Add similar shaping to the front and back base
shapes at the three perforation lines in toe area.
6. Position and attach the heel shapes onto
both instep assemblies.
7. Temporarily "join" the instep and upper assemblies
along the shaped edge (for ease in positioning onto bases)
by placing short strips of cello tape under the edge of
one of the shapes, then . . .
. . . position the two shapes together with edges
abutted, front and back edges aligned to be
continuous.
8. Position and attach the accent front or back assembly
onto the coordinated front or back base shape,
taking care to align the upper strap alignment/brad
holes of each, with even offset margin along upper
curved edge and sides. The series of perforation lines
should be aligned on top of each other.
(NOTE if using liquid adhesive for assembly of these
large shapes, it is recommended that the shapes
be pressed flat under an ensemble of heavy weights
until thoroughly dried to avoid warping or curling.
Dry adhesive such as double-stick tape is recommended.)
9. Position the boot strap with star over the assembly,
matching the hole punches at forward end,
and strip curved back edge to echo boot's heel curve.
Insert and attach decorative large brad through
layers at star/strap punch hole.
10. Prepare to assemble the boot straps by adding
back curl to the center only of each layer as shown,
using a rod tool such as this dowel or a round pencil shaft.
11. Apply glue/adhesive to underside of accent strap
then position, with offset margin all around,
over the strap base, taking care to align punch holes
as closely as curving of shape will allow.
12. Add the back bend to the vessel front and back
panels.
13. Bend the side tabs of boxing shapes back,
and also bend the cross perforation lines forward
or back, to match the corresponding edges of
the vessel base to which each will be attached.
14. Become familiar with the single and double notches
that are cut into end tabs to assist with assembly
in the correct order. Here, the single notch is shown
on the bottom tab of the front boxing, and also
on the nearest end tab of the bottom boxing to
indicate that these ends will be joined during assembly.
Here, the double notch is shown
on the bottom tab of the back boxing bottom tab,
and also on the nearest end tab of the bottom boxing to
indicate that these ends will be joined during assembly.
15. Position the front boxing strip next to the corresponding
front edge of the (whole) vessel front panel and
check for correct bends of boxing segments.
(This can also be done with the other strips.)
Apply adhesive to the underside of tabs, then . . .
. . . slide the front panel edge in place, overlapping the flange
(NOTE boxing flanges are on the OUTSIDE of base shape
which is shown face down in this photo),
matching top edges and also edge angles with
perforation bends, and attach in place.
Working quickly, apply pressure to the edge from
backside as shown, then . . .
. . . continue to position the next edge segments
along corresponding boxing tabs.
Adjust if needed,
and apply fingertip pressure to secure in place.
16. Position and attach the bottom boxing front end
(single notch) straight edge along perforation line
of front boxing tab. Then . . .
. . . bend segments to match, position and attach
boxing to base's corresponding edge.
17. Repeat Step 16 for the final boxing (back) strip
to join with straight bottom edge overlapping
corresponding flange to perf line, then . . .
. . . bend into position to attach in place.
18. Position the vessel back panel with cut out holes
for finger access into place with edges under
corresponding boxing edge flanges.
BEGIN ATTACHING AT TOE END for easier access
to secure edges to tabs and apply fingertip pressure.
Use the window cut outs in panel and in bottom "sole"
boxing segment.
NOTE it may also be helpful to use a thin, narrow tool
such as this acrylic ruler to insert into toe to assist
in completing the seams.
19. Continue to work around lower, back and front
panel edges to secure boxing tabs to panel edges.
Allow to dry completely.
20. Position and attach front accent panel assembly
to vessel front, using strap hole as alignment guide . . .
. . . and also matching bottom of accent base at
instep and at heel to vessel bottom edges,
and secure in place.
Repeat for the back accent panel assembly to
back of vessel.
21. Position a boot strap assembly wrapped around
the boot upper edges, and with punch holes of all
layers aligned, and glue in place. Insert and attach
a decorative brad. Repeat for second side and strap.
22. Complete the finishing accents to boot as desired,
including the scalloped button (with tied twine) attached
on top of brad or in place of brad at strap end,
and "howdy" or "giddyup" tags (separate design).
Here is the completed boot front without tag.
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