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I'm new to Lumberjocks. I've been viewing other projects for awhile, and now I have something finished to contribute as well.

This blanket chest is my first attempt at crafting a finished piece that is larger than a step-stool or shelf. The ogee feet were cut on a table saw - a technique that I learned during the process from my friend (craftsman extraordinaire) Bob A. The project took longer than it should have because the original lid warped to such a degree that it could not be salvaged. I was not able to determine what caused it to warp, but I think that the subsequent lid came out fine as well. Currently, I have lined the bottom with cedar, and I'm still debating whether or not I should do the walls.

The dimensions of the chest (Depth : 18", Height : 19", Length : 36")

Dale 16 Oct 09

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Dale, Really nice job on the chest. Nice detail with the ogee feet and the jointery. Well done. Thanks for sharing.
 

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You are certainly an accomplished wood worker. I would love to see more of your work. Welcome to LJ.
Sharad
 

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Very nice Dale looks super
 

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Great job on the chest.
 

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A beautiful looking chest. I'd go with the sides also. I think it's more impressive that way. Once the bottom is covered you will never see it.
 

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Very nice looking chest & fantastic craftsmanship. Well done and welcome to Lj's.
 

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def cover the sides too! makes for an impervious chest (concerning bugs that it)

~isaac
 

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I'm with Karson do the sides too. It will smell and look nicer, a gorgeous piece of furniture, you should be very proud.
 

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Dale,

Instant family heirloom here. You did a truly wonderful job on this beauty. The grain match, construction tecniques and finish all look perfect. Outstanding and impressive piece of craftsmanship.
 

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Beautiful.
A chest that will last for a long long time.
Welcome to Lumberjocks!
 

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Very nice… LOML saw my copy of Wood that came in last week, and informed me that was one of my projects on the list of must do projects…
 

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Great job on the chest.
 

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Very nice!!
 
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