my first jewelry box

I like to tell people I’ve never met a box I didn’t like but that just won’t do for this box. I love this box. It reminds me of my grandfather now. I will be voting for this box in the yin yang contest as much for the story as the woodworking which, in a way, is a yin yang thing too I think. I hope your journey in woodworking is a rewarding one that allows for the important things in life for you. Welcome to LumberJocks.

God bless,

-- Jim

Great story and box welcome to LJ enjoy!

-- Ken, "Everyday above ground is a good day!"

Beautifully built box, great story and a wonderful comment from Jim…....Welcome.

-- Drink twice... and don't bother to cut... @ larrysworkshop.wordpress.com For lovers of all things timber...

nice work

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

I felt like I was reading part of my own story as I read yours. Very nice story, and a great box, especially for your first project! I’m sure your grandfather would be proud of how you’ve spent the money and not only found enjoyment from it, but passed the love back to others with gifts made with it. Good luck if you enter the contest, your box should do well.

-- -- Jim - Kokomo, Indiana

I loved the memories you shared with us. They remind me of my grandfather’s and father’s sacrifices and love for all. Great story and a excellent box. Good luck in the contest.

-- so much wood, so little time. Bradford. Wood-a-holics unanimous president

Whether that is your first or hundreth, the box is a beauty. With it being your first, it is that much more impressive. The spalted poplar really takes this piece to a different level. This is a very worthy project to honor your grand-father. I know he is proud. Well done Dan…

-- Brad, Oregon- The things that come to those who wait, may be the things left by those who got there first.

A very impressive start in woodworking. The box is beautifully done and the story that goes with it is priceless. Those of us who weren’t lucky enough to have had similar experiences with our own grandfathers can nevertheless give that experience to our own grandchildren and hope they will hold us in such high esteem and affection as you do for your grandfather. My uncle (from Minnesota) was also in the battle of the bulge, his company was almost entirely wiped out and my grandmother told me he always wondered why he had survived. He got a bronze star for helping to save four men out of a disabled tank under heavy fire. He never talked about the war.

-- Mike, American in Norway

What a beautiful box and a great tribute to your grandfather. Your love for your grandfather shows in your work. He would be so proud. Thanks for sharing your story and your work and hope to see many more of your projects in the future.

-- John @ http://www.thehuffordfurnituregroup.com

A great box and a great story. Thanks for sharing.

I know your grandfather is proud of it, as you should be too. It looks like you took your time on it, and poured your love into the project. Great job. Keep posting your projects as they are finished.

-- I've never seen a tree that I wouldn't like to repurpose into a project. I love the smell of wood in the morning - it smells like victory.

Wonderful use of wood, and a story to match!

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

Wonderful job on the box, it looks great. As always though, it’s the story that matters.

-- "Never measure......cut as many times as necessary." - PeteMoss

This is outstanding! Even more so considering its your first project. Thats very brave to challenge yourself with such an involved box, I am impressed.
Your trays are well done, I like how they match the exterior.
Good save on the boo boo, we never would have guessed that it was a “Design Opportunity”.
These woods are made for each other, the walnut is the perfect frame for the picture in the spalted poplar.

I really enjoyed your story.
It brings to mind my father and grandfather, both woodworkers, and how they still influence what I do today, even though both have passed away.
Tools are just metal, but come alive in the right hands. And they can really sing when we have such a personal connection to them.

Thanks for sharing,
Andy

-- If I can do it, so can you. www.artboxesbyandy.com

This is a fantastic box and I love the story. I think any grandfather would be happy with the investment that you made in tools and very proud of your work on this box as a tribute to him. Thank you for sharing the story instead of just details on the box.
Tony