Dunes

WOW!! The box is beautifull and the tutorial is appreciated more then you know. I’ve been woodworking for most of my life and learned some things from you in this series, as well as project inspiration. I want to take the time to thank you for that and tell you that your work is fantastic. Thanks for sharing with all of us here on LJ’s.

-- ~ Inspiring those who inspire me ~

Andy, let me add my thanks as well both for the tutorial and the inspiration. Your version of the box turned out beautifully and it was a real pleasure for me, personally, to be able to follow along in the construction of this artwork.

-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking. Woodworking is not just a hobby, it is an (expletive deleted) expensive hobby.

Your box is absolutely beautiful and the tutorial was amazing as well as very generous on your part. Thank you so much for sharing this with us…I’m sure you have inspired and educated all of us jocks.

-- gbear, Carmichael, CA

Andy really enjoyed the blog on this wonderful box a very unique and one of a kind box

-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon

Outstanding-

-- rob

Fantastic, what great project. Your series was very good and will ferer back to it when I have an chance to try to make one. Thank you for taking the time to do it.

-- Alan, Prince George

really sweet

-- -erik & christy-

Beautiful. Nice work!

-- James - What's your excuse this time??

Andy this is a real winner! Stunning box….... This is going in my faves. Thanks for the post

-- Ben Kahmann Dayton, OH

The wood looks like fluid in motion – great job

-- SeeWhatISaw

You are the Sam Maloof of box making. These have always been some of my favorite projects on LJs. I am going to have to make some of these. Thanks for the projects and the tutorial.

-- A thing of beauty is a joy forever...

That is a beautiful box, I love the lines, it looks great.

-- Whether You Think You Can or You Think You Can't, YOU ARE RIGHT!!!

absolutely gorgeous

-- Paul , Calfornia

An absolutely wonderful box! When it comes to making boxes, YOU are the man! Again beautiful job and thanks a million for the tutorial!

-- Brad, Oregon- Wood, it's what's for dinner.

Stunning piece Andy, very nice.

-- If you don’t have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over? - John Wooden

That’s Awesome! I could see that design used to make an amazing humidor.

-- I look at rocks and they tell me things. What's your superpower?

Andy, Truly the most beautiful box I’ve ever seen! Thanks for taking the time to share with us and allowing us to be a part of the experience.

-- John @ Myrtle Beach

Absolutely gorgeous Andy. That is one beautiful box. A plumbers nightmare, it looks like to put together, but beautiful. You have got quite a mind. m

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

best one yet … very well done and presented

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

Just love the whimsy in your work. One of your best!

-- miles125, Alabama.."Architecture is frozen music""

Andy I am definitely sticking to my boards.

Me Tink It Mazing.

Larry

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

Beautiful! Your a Master Box Maker! Great job, Andy.

-- Dennis Zongker

Absolutely stunning. BZ

-- Dudley Young USN Ret.

Fantastic! I just love small wooden boxes.

-- CanuckDon "I just love small wooden boxes!" http://www.hilsbiblechurch.org/

WOW. That is absolutely gorgeous.
This is the kind of work that I aspire to!!

-- John, Ontario, Canada

I have more projects than time, but I’ve definitely added your blog to my list. If I can make one half that nice I’ll be pleased.

-- You're a unique and special person, just like everyone else.

Magnificent, Andy! This one almost looks alive.

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

What more could I add? Beautiful.

-- so much wood, so little time. Bradford.

Andy, Andy, Andy, This one is awesome. Beautiful. Great job Sr.

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

wow, this is very nice box. when i get a few projects under my belt i might try one of these, but just a simple one. :)

WOW! Gorgeous work as usual Andy! This one is one of my favorites.

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

Andy,
Virtually every known adjective has already been used to describe the excellent uniqueness of this box. So I’ll just say what a dang box! I’m going to add this box and tutorial to my favorites. Your instructional process is as welcomed in my opinion as anything else you could have done. Thanks for sharing.

Sincerely,
Ken McGinnis

-- woodbutcher north carolina

What else can I say that hasn’t been said, soooooooooooo just plain “AWSOME & AWSOME & AWSOME”,
and that should cover it !!!!!

I have read over your amazing tutorial several times, mulled over in my mind the design I want and hopefully, once it gets completed in a couple of months, it will do your wonderful instructions and inspiration justice….

Thank you so much Andy for all you do on LJ’s

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

I think this is my favourite box of all times. Absolutely stunning. I just want to run my hands over it, feeling all the movement.

Thank you for the tutorial and for sharing this beauty with us.

-- ~ Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

yeah what all the rest said, absolutely stunning! You have inspire me to try a small box.

-- "so much to learn and so little time"..

All of you are very kind,Thank you!

-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon

Wow!!!! Don’t think I could add anything that hasn’t been said

-- Marty Ohio

A beautiful piece of art. Congratulations.

-- Mark

This is wonderful. It’s going on my project list.

Could you estimate how many hours it took you Andy? Then I will double that to know how long it might take me!!

-- Northern California http://www.lloydus.com

Thanks guys!
@Lloyd-I have at least 60 hours into this box.The final sanding and finish coats were done after work when I could grab a little time,so its hard to know for sure.
My first boxes took about two weekends,but were simpler and didnt have “life” to them.
Now,I figure on needing three weekends,and longer for a new design. Its not technically a very difficult project,but there are many steps to set up,jigs to build and test,and a person needs to go about it all very carefully.The biggest variable is the design.I will spend an entire weekend just playing with pieces of wood to see how they look together and then thinking about shaping,and what style of handle to do. I have learned to enjoy the entire process,to be patient,which takes me longer,
but my success rate is higher.
I look forward to seeing what you come up with.Have fun along the way.

-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon

That’s SICK Andy. Jeese.

Just when I think I’m making something pretty cool.. WHAM! Andy makes another box and I’m back down 5 notches.

I agree with all the comments above. When I look at it I want to get my hands on it. A real work of art and a major inspiration.

-- Mike, American in Norway

Awesome Andy! . It certainly does reminds being sculptured by the winds of the dunes, and we know…we just got back from a coastal trip.

-- Paul & Kathy Allen

Mann that is just plain beautiful, words can’t describe, the design is so different from anything i’ve seen. WOW

-- Wood and Glass they kick (well you know) Have a great day - Dug

He must be using cheat codes!

wow!

-- The only thing wrong with instant gratification is that it's not fast enough.

awesome box andy

Absolutely beautiful!!!!

-- Cheers and God Bless

I just read the info on how to make the different boxes and liked everything i read when andy pulled out the grinder i was so mad at myself cuz i had a chance to buy one for like $10 so now i have to go hunt down another one very soon and try my hand at an art box i like the shape it reminds me of a candy bar my fave. is a snickers so everytime i see andy’s boxes they make me hungry for one but anyway THANK YOU so much Andy for giving up your secerets to makeing your boxes!! :-) :-) :-)

-- Ike, Big Daddies Woodshop,www.icombadaniels@yahoo.com

Thanks to all of you.
Now please go make this box so I can see your version. :-)

-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon

Wow! That is cool!!

Great job!

Wow.So different and so nice.

-- Dustygirl..Hastings,Ontario.. How much wood can 1 gal chuck if 1 gal can't cut wood?

Thank you Thomas and Dusty!

-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon

Wonderful box Andy. The creativity and craftsmanship are just second to none. Thanks for sharing this with us.

-- You've never really met someone . . . 'till you've met their spouse. Kind regards - Ransom from the Mohawk Valley, Oregon (CottonWire)

By the way – I liked what you wrote about your grand kids at the tail end of your piece about the boxes the best. Had to get my wife in here to look at it.

Thanks again.

-- You've never really met someone . . . 'till you've met their spouse. Kind regards - Ransom from the Mohawk Valley, Oregon (CottonWire)

A fantastive swirling / flowing design. It looks like it just wants you to rub your hands all over it. Fantstic.

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

Thanks Ransom and Karson, glad you like it :-)

-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon