Boxguy Uses His Imagination

Al your boxes are on an other level.

This one is just beautiful

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

very beautiful, i love that top, great choice, it really makes the box pop…i do have a suggestion though, i have a different way of using some cord instead of chain, if your interested, let me know…:)...happy thanksgiving buddy…lol

-- GRIZZMAN ...[''''']

Breath taking, a true work of art both the wood it’s self and your creation Big Al.

-- Randy - If I'm not on LJ's then I'm making Saw Dust. Please feel free to visit my store location at http://www.facebook.com/randy.blackstock.custom.wood.designs

A definite eye-catcher. Very nice work.

-- Use it up, Wear it out --------------- Make it do, Or do without!

Al, she’s a beaut! The walnut burl is spectacular and the box is beautifully crafted. Happy Turkey. I am thankful to be a LJer and to be able to share in the bounty of your posts.

-- jbschutz

Al, this is a gorgeous box! The top sets it off, all in all this is just beautiful!

Thanks for sharing

-- Chuck Emery, Michigan,

This is one fine piece o work. That top is really putting some images in my head. Wow!

-- Roger from KY. Work/Play/Travel Safe. Kentuk55@bellsouth.net

Beautiful match and use of California walnut burl.

-- John C. -- "Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the peoples' liberty's teeth." George Washington

beautiful boxguy!

-- -Thomas -

It is gorgeous all the way around. I could peer into that top for hours !
Do you apply any finish to the inside of tea boxes ?
thanks and Happy Thanksgiving : )

-- When did quiet and quite become the same word ? I'm guessing about the same time as your and you're did.

Another fine example of your work Al. I like the interior space for the chain to fall into. The three finger lid pull is catchy as well.
Happy Thanksgiving.

-- Made in America, with American made tools....Shopsmith

Early morning replies:

Jamie, thanks, this build is something most woodworkers could do with patience, jigs, and tools.

Griz, Thanks for the suggestion, but until I use up the 50 feet of chain I bought, I’ll stick to the chain. However, if you would like to send the info about the cord along, I would be glad to look at it for the future.

Blackie, thanks and glad your show went well. Tell us about the next one too.

Jay, your “Blame Mark Smith” box is especially wabi-sabi.

JB, a happy Thanksgiving to you and your family as well. Your palm crosses are a great idea.

Chuck, thanks the walnut cluster is a beautiful pattern.

Roger, thanks, but it is a little scary for me to think about what might be going on in your head.

Hillbilly John, thanks, I was fortunate to have access to such a beautiful piece of walnut.

Tag84, always good to hear from the Dutch contingent of Lumberland.

Dusty, I do apply a finish to the inside of my tea boxes. I have concluded that with modern, sealed foil and Mylar packages there will be no chance of finish odor compromising the tea inside. Loose tea is another problem.

Jumbo, I have used the chain pocket for a while and it works well for teaboxes. The three indent finger lift is a new addition this year.

-- Big Al in IN

Big Al;

Absolutely beautiful box. Including the story of where the wood came from, especially the Walnut burl veneer, is a great added touch you provide.

I have to admit that I had never heard of grafting & it caused a separate search on the web and it is an amazing topic of its own. Do you have some connection in California that supplies you that awesome veneer ?

Have a great Thanksgiving and thanks for sharing your latest work.

Bill in MI

BoxGuy this one came out wonderfully, and the divider are a nice touch nice think on your part…thanks for posting…BC

Title: Rorshach Box! Wabi Sabi- And a good Thanks Giving!

Al,
You’re getting to be a master at tellin a tale as well.

-- Cau Haus Designs, Thomas J. Tieffenbacher