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Huayruro & Padauk Shadowbox Frame

Dec 24, 2009

This is a frame of my own design that I wanted to make to commemorate my wife's and my marriage recommitment.  We renewed our vows after 18 years of marriage & things are better than...

Koa & Walnut Jewelry Box

Dec 24, 2009
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This is a box design that I got from Wood Magazine.  It is made of Koa that we got on our trip to Kauai last year, and walnut.  The finish is tung oil and shellac.  I am giving it to...

Zebrawood & Bubinga box

Feb 27, 2009

Another version of the box from Wood magazine (I'm not sure which issue)  Big learning curve with this project!

My first jewelry box

Feb 25, 2009

This is my first attempt at a jewelry box.  I followed a plan from Wood magazine.  The materials are oak and paella.  I have recently completed a second out of zebrawood & bubinga.


Recent comments


Re: Koa & Walnut Jewelry Box

I had it shipped back. It weighed way too much and was pretty unwieldy too. Unfortunately the shipping was really expensive, even at the lowest rate.

My daughter loved it - she actually teared up a bit when she opened it.

posted: 1:16 pm on January 4th  

Re: UPDATED: Giveaway and Poll: The Most Requested Woodworking Gifts of 2009

I think a shoulder or rabbet plane would be really useful. I have had several opportunities to use one lately, although I have never used one before.

posted: 2:01 pm on December 24th  

Re: A sure-fire sharpening method

I use the granite cutouts from where the sink would go in a countertop. I just went to the local granite store & they gave me a couple for free - they aren't any good to them anyway. The surface is flat, polished, and the weight of the stone means I don't have to secure it to the table.

posted: 1:33 pm on October 14th