The pattern is based on a 19th Century Needlework design combined with my own Via Von custom designs. (see more below)
Strawberry Recipe Book Box © 2003

What a story behind this piece!  First off, the original surface was found at a garage sale by a student of my friend, Peni Powell's.  Then Lee, hubby to Peni, woodworked a copy from that original piece.  In turn, I was given one of Lee's woodworked copies as a birthday gift to paint for myself!   My hubby David, in turn, woodworked his own piece based on my gift -- and THIS is David's woodworked piece!  LOL  He is so pleased -- and deservedly so! -- of his woodworking endeavors and I'm very very proud to show off his talent too!

The books are actually one unit -- a box -- that has been routed with a groove to simulate the books.  My painting technique gives it a further faux book look.  :-)    The box holds standard size index or recipe cards which are accessed from the opening when the box is removed from the book end case.