Cuban Mahogany Jewelry Chest

Beautiful as always Charlie, My only criticism is you did not give me a piece of what you have left. LOL!!! That really is an amazing piece and box!

-- Allison, Northeastern Ca. Remember, Amateurs built the Ark. Professionals built the Titanic!

nice looking mahogany! and a nice design to the box!

-- When in doubt - There is no doubt - Go the safer route.

Great Job on the Jewerly Chest! Turned out great!!!

-- Major Walt Timoschuk,III

Exquisitely done Charlie; those mitres are perfection. How are they jointed?

-- Res severa verum gaudium - True pleasure is a serious business. http://www.folksy.com/shops/TreeGems

another beauty … I like this one the best so far. great hinges and latch. where did you find them ? also what is the striped detail on the lid edging ?

-- work from your heart and your spirit will live forever

Nicely done. I always like your work!

-- As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. (Proverbs 27:17) †

You have got a way with boxes. Each unique and well made.

-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.

Very sweet, and I see what you mean about the lumber.

-- Chris

Very nice box Charlie….it looks gorgeous. Great job. What did you line the box and tray with?

-- Greg - Charles Town, WV

Thanks, everyone!

Stewart: the miters are very low tech…just cut them on my chop saw.

Dan: the hardware is from Lee Valley..it’s inexpensive plated stuff….I can’t justify putting $75 inro hardware for a box unless I know I’m selling it andf will recoup the money. The striped inlay is from that haul of antique inlay banding I picked up on eBay a while back.

Greg, the lining is just craft store felt sheets cut to size.

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

I am thoroughly impressed!! That is one gorgeous box!! Excellent job, Charlie!!

-- Matt, Houston Texas

Very Classy. The wood grain is beautiful.

-- Dennis Zongker

Once again Charlie, all I can say is ” Pure Elegance!”
The lines, the simple but again elegant design and wood combinations, along with the hardware are beautiful.

AAA+++ for you on this one…...................

What are the dimensions on this one?

-- Gene, Majestic Eagle Woodworks, http://majesticeagleww.etsy.com/, http://www.flickr.com/photos/majesticeagle/

Gene, it is roughly 9” x 12” x 5” high, including the feet.

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

Outstanding!

-- Drink once, cut twice. New website up.... lazylarrywoodworks.com.au

Beautiful job Charlie…I love the style and the inlay banding is a sweet touch.

Thanks for posting it.

-- Martin, Kansas

Great looking box Charlie. I too like the inlay and the elegance of that wood. Super job. Well done.

-- Jerry--A man can never have enough tools or clamps

That’s a great looking piece, Charlie. Thanks for sharing.

-- All the test cuts in the world won't stop you from cutting the outside when you meant to cut the inside. doh!

Charlie: That a fantastic looking box. The wood is beautiful.

-- What happens in the workshop stays in the workshop. No wait that doesn't sound right. Karson Southern Delaware karson_morrison@bigfoot.com †

Excellent job! Smooth finish. I like the shape of the foot.
Thanks for sharing.

-- masrol, kuala lumpur, MY.

CharlieM1958,
I believe those are some of the best square corners you’ve done to date! Really super simple clean lines and the inlayed banding just sets it off mightly. I don’t see how you could have had any scraps. I’d have needed at least 15 board feet of lumber to start a box like that, and would only have had sawdust left over then-LOL. Congratulations on another great box!

Sincerely,
Ken McGinnis

-- woodbutcher north carolina

Absolutely your finest yet. Love the edge treatment on the lid, the inlay banding…the whole shootin’ match. Great work, Charlie.

-- "Bordnerizing" perfectly good lumber for over a decade.

Really fine box. The wood you used along with all
your skills, came together to produce one great project.
I like reading all your comments. You have a great sense
of humor.

-- ''Carry on my wayward son''

Thank you all again. Ken, I will master those square corners yet!

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

Charlie, I am short of words to to praise the making of this beautiful box. You have put all your talent in doing it.
Sharad

-- patanjali

Excellent! The inlay banding is the perfect complement to the gorgeous Cuban Mahogany. Very well done.

-- Eric - Nashville, Tennessee

Just beautiful.

-- Scott - Katy, Texas

beautiful wood and a fine box

-- Terry Roswell, L.A. (Lower Alabama) "Life is what happens to you when you are making other plans."

Very elegant box, Charlie. You truly are the box master.

-- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.

Charlie I don’t like this one – if you will put it on the curb (and let me know when) I’ll be more than happy to haul it away for you.

Nice work, as usual.

-- Bill - "Suit yourself and let the rest be pleased." http://www.cajunpen.com/

You could keep a lot of pens in it, Bill!

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

Another beauty Charlie. I really like the finish.

-- Mike, Bruce Mississippi = Jack of many trades master of none

wow charlie…this is amazing…i have had the note in my e-mail since you are on my buddies and have finally had a chance to go back and look…

what an amazing piece…i really like the picture with the lid open in the sun…wow…just gorgeous…

-- Matt, Napa, CA...fun is beautiful...just trying to have some fun...

Matt, you’re way behind in your email, man! LOL! But thanks!

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

Hi Charlie

If you keep this up we are going to have to call you the box master! The contrasting trim really sets this box off. You did a beautiful job on this piece. Thanks for posting.

God Bless
tom

-- Mc Bridge Cabinets, Iowa

Now that is what I call a box…..........Sweet.

-- I will just keep doing it till I get it right.

Hey Charlie
No wonder you have a big following on LJs every one wants to see what beautiful project you will have next
this box is wonderful.

-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon

That’s a beautiful jewelry box, my friend. Cuban mahogany is creamy and rich, and you did justice to that stick you were given. I have a stash of Cuban mahogany from Hurricane Andrew and some that I purchased recently from Marc Butler in the Keys. I hope my next project turns out as well as yours.