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My mom asked me to make this letter holder for a convenient place for us to let each other know that mail needs to go to the mailbox. Since our mailbox is 1/2 mile from the house whoever is going out the driveway first takes the mail. This pattern came from Creative Woodworks & Crafts August 2008 issue. The creator is Wayne L Bosler III.

The base and uprights are 1/2" Oak and the applique is made of 1/4" Walnut. On the bottom the screws are recessed, but I went ahead and glued on felt just incase of someone slides it around. A light coat of laquer was applied for the finish.

This is the first time I've done anything with this much applique. It wasn't too bad, but I'll have to say I not very good at the shaping part. I'll have to practice some more.

Thanks for looking.

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looks good … keep the projects coming
 

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Look very good and nice work
 

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Very nicely done and looks great-as always!
 

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Wow! You did a great job! This really looks pretty and professional! I think the shaping looks wonderful! I find that I like to shy away from shaping stuff, but once I get started, I really don't mind it, and actually like it. It certainly makes the pieces look nice. I am sure your mom loved it. :)

Sheila
 

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excellent job. like the oak / walnut contrast.
 

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Kelly that looks very good to me. Beautiful and very useful too~!!...................Jim
 

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Very classy. I likes it a lot.
 

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Looks a lot better than mine, in fact this one is classy and beautiful!
 

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Great design and well executed, makes the letter holder really appealing.
 
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