Basic Box-Making
Video Workshop Series
Basic Box-Making
with Doug Stowe
In this video workshop, Doug Stowe takes the art of box making and turns it into the perfect project for any woodworker interested in developing technique and experimenting with design.
Doug Stowe
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Stowe has been a self-employed furniture and box maker since 1976. He is the author of five woodworking books including Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Box Making. Doug Teaches box making to adults at various woodworking schools and also directs a pre-K through 12th-grade woodworking program called "Wisdom of the Hands," recognizing the importance of hands-on learning for all children. He is a member of the New England Association of Woodworking Teachers.
Produced by: Gary Junken; Video by: Gary Junken; Editing by: Gary Junken
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Videos in the Series
Introduction: Basic Box-Making
Get an overview of Stowe's background and learn why box building can hone the skills of any woodworker.
Resawing
Learn how to properly select wood for box making. Plus, learn Stowe's techniques for resawing on the tablesaw.
How to Cut Mitered Sides
Learn how to build an use a tablesaw sled specially built for cutting mitered edges.
Build a Simple Walnut Box
Learn how Stowe uses simple packing tape instead of pricey clamps, when gluing-up his boxes.
Keyed Miter Joints-Part I
Learn a how to build a simple tablesaw sled that delivers beautiful keyed miter joints.
Keyed Miter Joints-Part II
Glue-up your keyed miter joints and learn how to handle a variety of box lids.
Finger Joint Box Part I
Learn how to build a simple tablesaw jig for beautiful finger joint boxes.
Finger Joint Box-Part II
Glue-up, sand, and prep your finger-jointed box for a simple sliding top.
Hidden Spline Joints
Hidden splines offer super-strength to mitered box joints. Learn how to build a simple jig that easily handles this often tricky maneuver.
Finishing Your Boxes
Learn how to apply a Danish oil finish that pops the grain, protects the surface, and beautifies your box.
Mounting External Hinges
Tips for installing quality external hinges that open easily, without binding.
Mortised Brass Hinges
Learn how to easily install mortised brass hinges using a story stick on your router table.
Custom Leather Hinges
Create your own custom leather hinges that set your boxes apart from all the others.
Shopmade Wooden Hinges
Learn how to build precise wooden hinges that function just as flawlessly as store-bought models.
Dividers and Trays
Get tips on how to embellish the inside of your box with dividers and trays.Post your work in The Gallery
Built these boxes or completed a similar project? Post your photos in our online Readers Gallery. Upload a photo and tag it with the phrase "box".
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Also available as a DVD workshop with a companion book.
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