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I made these after my wife asked me to make some frames for 4 pictures she bought. I’ve seen this design around, but not sure where anymore, but probably right here on LJs. Anyway i have never worked with Kiaat wood (Southern African wood – http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pterocarpus_angolensis) before and thought it is a good opportunity to try it.
I had fun making these and since i am still a novice, had good practice. Then also the wife is happy, so i am happy. :)
-- Hannes, Cape Town, South Africa


































11 comments so far
TopamaxSurvivor
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posted 25 days ago
They look great! Those lap joints look a lot easier than squaring up and fitting those pesty miter joints ;-))
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degoose
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posted 25 days ago
I have used the Pterocarpus Indicus extensively,,,, nice to work.. and it looks similar to the P. Angolensis…
P. Indicus is known as New Guinea Rosewood.
BTW nice job on the frames..
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hannes
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posted 25 days ago
I thought it was just me having a tough time lining those lap joints up. :) I’ll use the wood again… was easy to work with. I’ve seen the New Guinea Rosewood at the lumber yard. Also very beautiful.
-- Hannes, Cape Town, South Africa
ken90712
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posted 25 days ago
Cool idea for a different style of pic frames! Nice work.
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4thumbs
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posted 25 days ago
Nice wood, nice job. I like the style.
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Scott Bryan
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posted 25 days ago
Hannes, these are nice frames and I like your design and wood choice. My wife has several pictures that she has patiently waited for me to frame (along with several other projects, as well). I have never considered using half lap joinery for frames but this post certainly shows what an interesting look it gives.
Thanks for the inspiration.
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PeteMoss
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posted 25 days ago
Those look great. I really like the little bevel where the pieces meet, it really sets it off.
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RexMcKinnon
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posted 25 days ago
I like the wrap around effect. Well done.
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nmkidd
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posted 25 days ago
Great job on the frames. Never thought of using lap joints makes them rather unique.
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a1Jim
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posted 25 days ago
Looks great Hannes
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huff
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posted 25 days ago
I really like the look of your frames. Nice job.
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