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Thanks for all the kind words. In response to some of your posts, I can't take all the credit for this piece. Whilst I was responsible for the design I had a lot of help with the construction from...

As mentioned in another post the Woodturners of the Hunter have constructed this Jewellery Cabinet to raise money for the John Hunter Kids Hospital. Money raised will go towards the purchse of much...

Hi Guys
Just an update to let you know that those of you who donated for the plans deserve a pat on the back. From the donations received we were able to purchase some of the materials used to...

Thanks for your kind words. After a quick visit to your blog I note that you are not half bad at using your obvious talent to help others. Good luck with the silent auction.

As Salty mentioned in...

Thanks for the feedback. Just so happens we have posted a new box design on our site last night. This is a very easy box to make and lends itself to a multitude of enhancements. Feel free to download...

Hi BCOZ
Do you have any contacts that could backload a half or quarter cube to Newcastle. I organise boxmaking classes at the woodturners club. I coould use some of this but I would need cheap...

aah, I see! The dark side beckons

For me this is the most enjoyable post I have seen on this forum for some time. To see such a young person produce this standard of work while battling the conflict of demands for study in other...

Well done mate, Must have been under priced.
What did the original owners of the borrowed pieces say when you resold their work?

Looks like Scally has done a backflip. Saw him at the Newcastle wood show and he asked me if I would go halves in a shipment,,, of course I said yes.
Don't you just love it when common sense...

Congratulations Underfoot on another wonderful piece of art and thank you for the WIP photos. I was pleased for you when the International Art Community recognised your rare combination of artistic...

Hi All
If you are keen boxmaker within travelling distance to Newcastle NSW there is a great opportunity this weekend to see some great demos, investigate an extensive range of machinery and tools...

Hi All
May I take this opportunity to wish you and your families a very happy and safe christmas and all the best for 2008.
This is my first year on the forum and I have enjoyed very much viewing...

Hi Scally'
I cut the burl to approx thickness on an industrial bandsaw, joint one face then run it through my thickness sander (PerformaX 10/20). I hesitated for a long time before buying the 10/20...

Hi Boxinator
The box is not a Roger Gifkins design but perhaps his influence comes out in my work. Hardly surprising when he tought me almost everything I Know about Box Making.
Regards
Greg

Hi wendy, I love both the boxes. Mostly I love the fact that their different and perhaps unique.
Regards
Greg

Hi Noel
Not sure about Victoria but I have occaisionally found some really nice Jarrah being sold as fence palings at that big hardware store. Many of them have large gum veins throughout but by...

GDay
Just finished this box as a 50th birthday present for my sister in law. Used my favouirite combination of timbers being Jarrah (with dark fleck through it) and Mtrtle burl panel. Unfortunately...

A+ for Productivity.
A+ for Design.
A+ for Craftsmanship.
Well done
Greg

Love the concept.:2tsup: In fact it's such a good idea you got me thinking about all sorts of variations. IE router bits, fishing tackle, carving tools.........etc etc etc. This is such a great site...

Hi Noel
I would think that using the spacer in the timber hinges would be more critical as the hinge may distort slightly with variations in humidity. This could cause unsightly gaps between the...

I think that for a first effort you have achieved above the norm. I am particularly impressed with the fact you have achieved good workmanship in a box that is of YOUR own design and is for a...

In hindsight I think I am now qualified to send a Greenie so here goes.
Greg

That is absolutely stunning work and something that would stand up against anything the rest of the world has to offer. Congratulations
Regards
Greg

G'day all,
Over the last 18 months I have been fiddling with the concept of making hexagonal boxes with dovetail joinery. After much experimentation and a certain amount of frustation, I have...

Hi everyone.
I am a periodic contributer to the Box Makers forum but I don't think I have posted here before. As I spend almost as much time carving these days I thought I would address the...

I'd recommend 0000 steel wool with Mirotone Wax. Do the entire table top and the mark will go and the table will look better than ever.
Regards
Greg

Outstanding workmanship, beautiful timber. Well done

:2tsup:

Greg

Nice!:2tsup: What's it for?*

As sculptured box suggests "does it have to have a 2B4?
However in answer to the question I have just finished it for entry in the Matara Sculpture exhibition which...

Blackwood is 40mm x 8mm. The overall sculpture incliuding base is 650mm High x 400mm wide x 150mm deep.
Here is another view:

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Given that I have been enjoying all your posts lately without being active myself, I thought it time to post something. So whilst it's not quite a box, I thought this may be of interest to some of...

Trumby was a ringer, a good one to at that
He could rake and ride a twister, throw a rope and fancy platt
He could counterline a saddle , track a man lost in the night
Trumby was a good boy,...

Noel
It's funny how a persons creative instinct can be redirected after the impact of adversity. Great work, keep it up.
Greg

Absolutely love it
Regards
Greg

I can think of but one word - 'STUNNING'. Congratulations

Hi all,
A friend recently asked me to make a box for is 2yo daughter. "I want something unique without being over the top", was the request. I used blackwood for the sides and lid frame. I'm not...

Very nice indeed. :2tsup: In addition to the previous advise as a general rule I follow these guidlines:
1. Not necessary to allow for movement in ply, however I prefer to cut them 0.5mm - 1mm under...

Try brazing rod from any hardware store. I find it works fine.
Regards
Greg

When I started this thread I had intended to upload the attached photos but was experiencing some hardware issues. The photos show how the cradle was constructed and the provision for hiding excess...

Some photos of the watch can be seen at:
http://nawcc-ihc-mb.infopop.cc/groupee/forums/a/tpc/f/9826095371/m/540108736

Scroll down to see all the photos
Regards
Greg

I don't have photos of that one salty and its no longer in my possession.

HH
The section underneath the cradle (which lifts out) houses documentation relating to the history of the watch movement. I believe the movement was built in 1716 by George Graham who was a famous...

As a new member of the forum, thought would try to upload pictures of a box I made last year. Made to house a very valuable watch, the box is Jarrah with a myrtle burl panel.
Greg

I have just finished spending 3 days working with Roger at his stand at the Sydney wood show (hoping a small portion of his ability will rub off) . Bob, I am curious as to why the delayed delivery?...

Noel
Sorry to hear about the gout. Saw some of your posts in the boxmaking forum so thought it time to catch up again. Might have known we would both end up making boxes after experience gained...