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  1. 21st August 2007, 04:11 PM #1
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    This is my latest effort, made from maple, which one I don't know. 7" wide, 4" high and 3" deep. I have been thinking about this one for some time and had discussions with another box maker.
    The decrotive piece on the front is covering up a stupid mistake, I removed the inside of the top compartment before I removed the front, hence the cover up.
    The timber used was not a good piece as it cracked after I put the first coat of finish on. These cracks in the timber are internal and do not run to the edge of the piece.
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    very clever design
    looks great
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    Excellent work. you would have done more justice to the piece had you used a dark plain background for your picture. The pattern on the material distracts the eye.
    nevertheless. a really nice piece.
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    Cheers John
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    Don Mc

    Well done, a nice box.

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    Gorgeous!
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  7. 23rd August 2007, 08:45 PM #6
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    Thanks to the helpful information that I received I have retaken the photos
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    Top job mate

    great design and finsh

    cheers
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    Love the lid idea. Great combination of drawer and sliding lid.
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    Could you please post a picture of the box with the top slid off?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Don Mc. View Post
    Thanks to the helpful information that I received I have retaken the photos
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    Much better Don, these pictures do the box more justice. Fantastic design and execution, top job! Have a greenie.
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  12. 31st October 2007, 04:40 PM #11
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    Quote Originally Posted by Chickpea26 View Post
    Could you please post a picture of the box with the top slid off?
    As requested photos with top removed
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    Don,

    That's one cute box, thanks for posting its these unusual pieces that really provide interest.

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    Don MC,

    Wow, it looks amazing.
    See ya'll later!!!!

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