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This jewelry box is a commission for a friend's wife for Christmas.
Cherry sides with Figured Maple raised panel top. The inlay on the front consists of bronze and Bubinga with a maple strip between. Black velvet lining with custom made ring slots. The beading on the bottom was hand carved.
Hand-rubbed lacquer finish.

Enjoy

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Great design and details, Kent!

I have to say (and this is not a criticism at all) this box has more of a masculine feel to me. If the intended recipient does not like it, I'll be happy to take it off her hands. :)
 

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Very nice Kent. you created a great piece of work and your friends wife should be extremely happy.
 

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Charlie, According to these pictures, I would agree with you-however, in person it actualy doesn't look so masculine.
I wasn't really happy with my photography, but he picked it up before I could retake the pictures.

I think you might have to fight to get this one. She's small, but fiesty!
 

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Seriously nice Kent. I really like the looks of this one. Good job.

And a Merry Christmas to you Sir.
Steve
 

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Nicely Done! The inlay is a very nice touch.
 

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Kent,

Another Masterpiece!

Looks GREAT!

Merry Christmas!
 

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Nice looking. Would be interested in how you did the brass, bubinga and maple inlay. Very nice accent.
 

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That's a great looking box Kent. I love that piece of cherry on the front, and the detail to the front edge of the lid. Nice job.
 

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Kevin, That is actually easier than it looks. I used standard bronze bushings like those used in machinery. Brass or copper will work the same way. Tubing will work, but I think the walls might be thicker on bushings, although in some cases that could be better. I rough cut the length with a hacksaw. This doesnot have to be perfect. The bottom doesn't show and the top is sanded off later. Using a plug cutter the size of the hole in the bushing, I made a plug the length of the bushing. This is simply epoxied into the inside of the bushing. Drill a hole with a fortsner bit a little more shallow than the length of the bushing. Epoxy the bushing into this hole. The inlay should be raised a bit. After this dries, sand flush. I use a belt sander for this. Then finish sanding the piece like you normally would.

I hope this answers your question. Sounds like another blog for my list!

Kent
 

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a very attractive box with nice details that add interest
 

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This is a wonderful piece Kent and I know it more striking in person, the tones of all the wood are so warming. Your attention to detail show in all your work and are a joy to view thanks for sharing. Happy Holidays…Wilson
 

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A very lovely box and a great idea using the brass bushings. Congrats on a fine project.. well done!
 

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Outstanding! I am moved to try this design for next year. But as I am new to this kind of workmanship I will try it on some oak to see if I can be this accomplished.
 

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That is another Beautiful box Kent. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you (and everyone else to)
 

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Very nice box good clean lines, good work.
 

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I love the inlay, great choice of woods
 

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Very nice piece Kent
 
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