Pennsylvania Spice Box Plan
Small chest is a craftsman’s showcase
Synopsis: Steve Latta designed this spice box to commemorate his 10th wedding anniversary. Fitted with banks of small drawers and a two hidden compartments, it features a dovetailed case with an inlaid frame-and-panel door that can be personalized, as Latta did, to mark a special occasion. The box is small enough to fit comfortably atop a dresser or sideboard, but don’t let the small size fool you. This piece contains a wealth of craftsmanship.
When I decided to build a piece for my wife and I, to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary, I had two important goals. I wanted it to be on an intimate scale— something smaller than a sideboard or dining table—and I wanted a piece that could be personalized.
This spice box seemed a perfect fit. It’s compact enough to sit on a dresser or in an alcove, and it’s great for storing jewelry and…
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CAD-drawn plans and a cutlist for this project are available in the Fine Woodworking store.
Comments
I love the way Latta puts things together, and wonder how anyone could collect enough information in one’s mind to do all this.
I just ordered this plan and will make it, somewhat modified, for my wife.
Where did Steve get the hardware for the cabinet?.
Somewhere in the article he says that all the hardware came from Londonderry Brass. Unfortunately they are no longer in business, but the remainder of their inventory is handled by Horton Brass in CT. Who also carries some other pretty great stuff as well.
https://www.horton-brasses.com/furniture-londonderry-brasses.asp
Good Luck with your project.
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