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These two boxes are from the 30 projects in 30 days challenge. They’re sisters because they’re made from the same materials, the same boards. The boxes are Willow with Leopard Wood on the top. They are 6×8 and about 3.5 inches deep.
Like all siblings, they each have their own characteristics. One, the left, was cooperative and has a simple look. The other, the right, was less so.
I started out planning on twins, but the second box would not cooperate. The willow around the top decided to turn itself around when I started cutting the miters, so things didn’t fit right. And of course, the leopard wood stands a little proud on the top, not unlike a younger sibling vying for attention.
The boxes are similar but not identical, just like sisters. So here are the Willow Girls.
-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.
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Sandy
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posted 169 days ago
I like them. What did you use to finish them?
dhg
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posted 169 days ago
Nice looking pair of girls.
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Russel
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posted 169 days ago
Thanks dhg.
Sandy, they’re finished with a gloss wipe on poly. I was going to use a Satin finish for the toublesome sister because, well, she’s just not as bright. ;-)
-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.
a1Jim
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posted 169 days ago
They be good man , well done
-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon
Maxx
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posted 169 days ago
The girls are good. I keep going back and forth to decide which one I like better…and I can’t decide. They’re both beautiful pieces. Nicely done.
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Rustic
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posted 168 days ago
Looking good Russel
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stefang
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posted 168 days ago
Like the contrasting tops. Nice.
-- Mike, American in Norway
CharlieM1958
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posted 168 days ago
Nice job, Russel. Those tops came out great.
-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"
Russel
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posted 168 days ago
Thanks guys. I’m pleased with the contrast between the willow and leopard wood.
-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.