I liked the way the last wavy box turned out when I needed another box I decided to make another one. I changed the dimensions to a more rectangular shape which I actually like better than the square format. I’ve also included a before pic so you can see the raw box before any shaping. Since I was asked quite a bit last time I also put in some fake leather on the bottom to give the inside a more finished look. If you embark on a similar box I’ll give you a few tips. Be aware of the screws and depth of screw holes on the lid, it is easy to take away too much material resulting in the holes or the tip of the screw showing. Use a set of mock up hinges when doing the initial shaping, otherwise plan on another trip to get some replacements, 36 grit on an angle grinder is not kind to brass. Don’t drop your lid after it’s shaped unless you like making small repairs on the edges. When doing the initial shaping don’t worry too much about taking away too much material, the contours will be relieved when going through the sanding progression. I use 100, 200, 400 grit throughout the process. That’s the basics of construction. The wood is birdseye maple and walnut, I’ll throw in a lumber gloat, I got the 8 birdseye boards 6-8’ long in 500 bd/ft of mixed lumber for $75. :)
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CharlieM1958
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#1 posted 1572 days ago
I’m going to have to try that. It’s beautiful!
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mtnwild
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#2 posted 1572 days ago
I like it, very nice. Great wood.
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jim1953
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#3 posted 1572 days ago
Nice Box
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TopamaxSurvivor
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#4 posted 1572 days ago
Nice work. Isn’t buying lumber like that cheating? :-))
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WoodSpanker
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#5 posted 1572 days ago
very lovely. Nice work. :)
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firecaster
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#6 posted 1572 days ago
Great looking box.
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#7 posted 1572 days ago
Now that is different and a great design good contrast in wood.
Jack
ratchet
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#8 posted 1572 days ago
nice!
Be cool if you could get the inside of the box wavy too.
jm82435
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#9 posted 1572 days ago
Great little box. As far as the maple deal well – you suck.
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Douglas Krueger
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#10 posted 1572 days ago
Thanks for sharing, definitely going to have to try that on some boxes in the near future.
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Scott Bryan
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#11 posted 1572 days ago
These are gorgeous boxes. Nice wood combination as well and you had a nice score on the lumber too.
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Blake
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#12 posted 1572 days ago
I’m a fan. These are neat.
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Beaverwood
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#13 posted 1571 days ago
Looks like a fresh loaf of bread for hungry eyes!
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SteveKorz
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#14 posted 1571 days ago
AWESOME! This is a wonderful little box…
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jm82435
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#15 posted 1566 days ago
Sorry that was uncalled for, I was just jealous of your good fortune.
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