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My first attempt at bent lamination. It was a lot easier than I imagined. Originally, I thought about making this sort-of like a band saw box, but it was too wide and thin. Mainly, I don’t think I could have kept the sides at an equal thickness throughout the entire shape.
So I went with three layers of very thin poplar and bent them around some pegs. The lid is a pressure-fit, nice and snug, using a modified rabbet to hold it in. Video here.
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Sheila Landry (scrollgirl)
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#1 posted 503 days ago
That looks really nice, Steve. Before you know it you will be working your way up to making grand pianos. :) I really like the box and can’t wait to see the video. I have never bent wood before (on purpose) and I really will enjoy seeing how you did it. What a nice gift for your sweetie! :)
Sheila
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grizzman
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#2 posted 503 days ago
tomorrow…...............im suppose to wait till tomorrow…..........but …its. hard….i wanna see it now….......well ok…if i gotta…
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Bill Akins
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#3 posted 503 days ago
That is absolutely fabulous! Does the video show you making the candy as well?
-- Bill from Lithia Springs, GA I love the smell of sawdust in the morning.
redryder
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#4 posted 503 days ago
Interesting placement of the red flowers. hmmm. Sweet is neat….........
-- mike...............
degoose
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#5 posted 503 days ago
Seriously bent…
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nobuckle
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#6 posted 503 days ago
Looking good. Is it a surprise for someone? Wait, that can’t be because it’s posted on a public forum that spans the globe. So much for it being a surprise. What was I thinking?
-- Doug - Make an effort to live by the slogan "We try harder"
amagineer
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#7 posted 503 days ago
You really put your heart into this project.
-- Flaws are only in the eye of the artisan!
Dave
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#8 posted 503 days ago
A beautiful first attempt. Very nice Steve.
-- Superdav "No matter where you go - there you are." http://chiselandforge.com
peteg
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#9 posted 503 days ago
Thats real cool Steve, : )
Pete
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BritBoxmaker
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#10 posted 503 days ago
As long as the candy isn’t bitter and twisted as well. Seriously though a good box and a fun way to do it.
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Jorge Velez
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#11 posted 502 days ago
very good idea to copy for my valentine gift! if you dont mind me to copy of course. can’t wait to see the video
-- Jorge Velez, Guadalajara, Mexico.
Jim Jakosh
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#12 posted 502 days ago
Cool Steve, Who is getting that for Valentine’s day??
-- Jim Jakosh.....Practical Wood Products...........Learn something new every day!!
Roger
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#13 posted 502 days ago
I’m sure this’ll make someone vewwwry vewwwry happy on Valentines day. very nice Steve
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jbschutz
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#14 posted 502 days ago
Nice box, Steve. I think I have time to make one before Valentines Day.
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kiefer
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#15 posted 502 days ago
I hope you put a chart on the back of the lid to identify the flavors .
Nice idea for Valentines Day Steve .
Kiefer
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