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Collections Storage Box Workshop Supply List

Find everything you need for our FREE virtual Collection Storage Box Workshop with Rebecca Elder!

Collection storage boxes are a simple archival storage box ideal for safely storing multiple items in one place.

With the materials listed, you can make a box up to 12W x 18L x 5"H (see board size recommendations below).

You should also have the following materials on hand:

• Binder Clips

• 6" Triangle
 

Other Materials:

• Cotton Tying Tape, 5/16" size* (#CT100)

• Dahle® Cutting Mat, 24 x 36"* (#52054) - the 18 x 24" (#52053) size will work, too

Please refer to the list below (with product numbers) to determine what size board to purchase for your desired box size.

 

Approximate Box Exterior Sizes:

• 11 x 14" Board (#CB114) - 5W x 8L x 3"H Box

• 14 x 18" Board (#CB1418) - 8W x 12L x 3"H Box

• *16 x 20" Board (#CB1620) - 10W x 14L x 3"H or 6W x 10L x 5"H Box

• 20 x 24" Board (#CB2024) - 14W x 18L x 3"H or 10W x 14L x 5"H Box

• 22 x 28" Board (#CB2228) - 16W x 22L x 3"H or 12W x 18L x 5"H Box

*Rebecca's recommended size for this workshop

Supplies ordered after August 8th will not arrive in time for the workshop.

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  • Buffered; pH 8.0–9.5; 1/8" thick; blue

    As low as: $15.65 USD

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    • Soft and gentle; dye-free

      As low as: $15.59 USD

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      • Multipurpose knife; snap-off blade segments; sliding blade

        $17.50 USD

      • Bookbinder's Awl

        Part #: AWL

        For piercing holes in various materials for sewing; finished wood handle

        $21.45 USD

      • Stainless Steel Ruler

        Part #: R59018B

        For measuring and cutting; metric and inch markings; steel with a cork back

        $15.75 USD

      • For making permanent creases; one pointed end and one rounded end; genuine cattle bone

        $14.55 USD

      • Protects work surfaces and blades; self-healing; pre-printed grid

        As low as: $34.60 USD

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        • No. 2 Pencils (12-Pack)

          Part #: 476919

          Acceptable for writing on archival labels and tags; break-resistant black #2 lead; smudge-free eraser; PMA certified nontoxic

          $9.49 USD

        • General purpose; easy to cut

          $32.45 USD

        • For book repair and general use; dries clear; will not turn yellow; will not discolor surfaces

          $17.10 USD

        • Chemically stable; water-resistant; will not crack or split; translucent

          As low as: $364.25 USD

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          • Buffered; pH 8.0–9.5; 1/8" thick; blue

            $454.00 USD

          • Buffered; pH 8.0–9.5; 1/8" thick; blue

            $419.25 USD

          • Buffered; pH 8.0–9.5; 1/8" thick; blue

            $296.60 USD

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