To enhance the most memorable of wedding days, this volume details painted items which should form treasured heirlooms to be admired and used for years to come. Instructions are included for wedding invitations, a cake stand and knife, wedding slippers and even the bridal train. The equipment and materials needed are covered, along with the preparation required for the projects.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1874. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

Beautifully illustrated, comprehensive study of women's painted furniture, a long-lost art that sheds light on women's lives in the early republic

Reprint of the original, first published in 1876.

Basic skills for making oval boxes with traditional decorative paintingGuidance on every step from an expert crafterFull-color photos show the processProjects included for developing skillsGallery of original historic boxes for inspiration