I wanted to make my son a small keepsake box for Christmas while practicing a few new techniques at the same time. I used a piece of curly maple for the lid, mahogany for the sides and wenge for the legs and tabs. I mitered the corners, used Andy’s brass pins for hinges, and had a little fun laminating thin strips of wood. I opted for legs rather than miters in the corners. I wanted to shape the lid a bit more, but didn’t make it thick enough. I made a few mistakes, some are obvious, but I enjoyed the learning process. I finished it off with multiple coats of Deft spray lacquer. It was well received, so I am happy!
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Robsshop
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#1 posted 879 days ago
And why shouldn’t You be happy, You have created a stunning,attention grabbing, conversational piece all in one beautiful looking box and You made someone close to You very happy as well I am quite sure ! Nice work.
-- Rob,Gaithersburg,MD,One mans trash is another mans woodshop treasure !!
Colin
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#2 posted 879 days ago
really nice and unusual, a great present and keepsake.
-- Colin, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. "Every craftsman was once an amateur"
mafe
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#3 posted 879 days ago
Sure is a winner.
Best thoughts,
MaFe
-- Mad F, the fanatical rhykenologist and vintage architect. Democraticwoodworking.
BritBoxmaker
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#4 posted 878 days ago
Looking very good.
The stripes give a strong accent, lifting the overall look of the box. Oh and nice legs (the box I mean).
Any mistakes don’t make themselves that obvious.
-- Martyn -- Boxologist, Pattern Juggler and Candyman of the visually challenging. http://www.theartofboxes.com
Maveric777
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#5 posted 878 days ago
There is a lot to like about this piece. Well done Aaron!
-- Dan ~ Texarkana, Tx.
Andy
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#6 posted 878 days ago
Very sharp looking box!
I like the colors and how you offset the handle.
Keep up the good work Aaron.
-- If I can do it, so can you. www.artboxesbyandy.com
CharlieM1958
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#7 posted 878 days ago
It’s a very nice design, and there are a lot of different techniques incorporated. I’m sure you learned a lot from building this one.
-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"
mtkate
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#8 posted 878 days ago
Kowabunga – I like this design. Have to keep this among my favorites.
Greg The Cajun Box Sculptor
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#9 posted 878 days ago
Top notch box…I know your son will treaure it forever….as much as you treasure making it for him.
-- Every step of any project should be considered your masterpiece if you want the finished product to reflect the quality of your work. http://www.FineArtBoxes.com
brianinpa
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#10 posted 878 days ago
Very nice. Mistakes are all part of the learning process. I am sure your son doesn’t notice them.
-- Brian, Lebanon PA, If you aren’t having fun doing it, find something else to do.
Jamie Speirs
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#11 posted 878 days ago
That is one nice box
Jamie
-- Who is the happiest of men? He who values the merits of others, and in their pleasure takes joy, even as though 'twere his own. --Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
patron
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#12 posted 878 days ago
sweet
well done
-- david - only thru kindness can this world be whole . If we don't succeed we run the risk of failure. Dan Quayle
Cozmo35
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#13 posted 878 days ago
Aaron, your giving Maveric777 a run for his money! LOL! Great looking box!
-- If you don't work, you don't eat!.....Garland, TX
stefang
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#14 posted 878 days ago
Really nice Aaron. I liked the whole box design, and the offset lid handle and the way you did the stripes really enhance the look.
-- Mike, American in Norway
Chip
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#15 posted 878 days ago
Deco meets the orient. Love it Aaron. Legs aren’t easy to deal with and you executed them masterfully. What a gem… nicely done.
-- Better to say nothing and be thought the fool... then to speak and erase all doubt!
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