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2nd iteration of this multi-sided box
Another project moved over from LJs that I made in 2018.
I had a few leftover pieces from my last build and wanted to make another box with a few changes. Like cutting the sides into a decagon shape. I changed the handle and used a slightly different design for the hinge. But the biggest design change is the use of finish nails as a design element as well as being structural.
I had a few leftover pieces from my last build and wanted to make another box with a few changes. Like cutting the sides into a decagon shape. I changed the handle and used a slightly different design for the hinge. But the biggest design change is the use of finish nails as a design element as well as being structural.
The bottom half of the box has the nails used as dowels to hold the sides more securely, but I didn't want them to show on the inside so I cut them just short of going through the walnut sides on the top half. I had to come up with a way to hammer them in, but not damage the surface when cutting them to size. I drilled a hole in a thin piece of oak and used it as a guard when cutting the nails with my dremel.
.................. John D....................
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That is really nice. I like the brass rod accent inlays on the end caps.
nice one jon, i like how you used the nails.
working with my hands is a joy,it gives me a sense of fulfillment,somthing so many seek and so few find.-SAM MALOOF.
I do like that... Is the 4th picture the one with the foam, it that the hinge... Could you explain that. I am make each of my immediate family little desk clocks. Trying to think of something different for my youngest grandson... He is 12. a A similar 12 sided box, on side for each hour would be unique. The clock insert in one end and the addition of a box to put keepsakes in.... Wonder is I have the skills to pull that off.
Looked good then and still a winner. Nicely done
Ron
Great box John, someone else that tries to build multiple sided boxes. Well done.
Main Street to the Mountains
Nicely done!
Ryan/// ~sigh~ I blew up another bowl. Moke told me "I made the inside bigger than the outside".
Very cool piece. Nice work on it!!!!!!!!!
Cheers, Jim ........................ Variety is the spice of life...............Learn something new every day
Thanks for all the nice comments, I appreciate them.
Scrappile
Is the 4th picture the one with the foam, it that the hinge... Could you explain that.
I'm sorry I forgot to mention the hinge. My wife had some old pocketbooks that were suede leather. I used the leather to make the hinge. It works exceptionally well, the box closes so you can't see the seem.
Scrappile
Is the 4th picture the one with the foam, it that the hinge... Could you explain that.
I'm sorry I forgot to mention the hinge. My wife had some old pocketbooks that were suede leather. I used the leather to make the hinge. It works exceptionally well, the box closes so you can't see the seem.
.................. John D....................
Just beautiful! Quite challenging project
...woodicted
I would have gone batty working with that many angles. Excellent job. Mike
Thanks guys
.................. John D....................
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