Thread: My First Box

That's an excellent start. I like the way the rounding on the feet repeats that of the lid.

You should be proud, that is a nice box. Good work.

Hi Rick,
A fine start to the sometimes frustrating (how hard can it be it's only a little box) journey of box making well done, have you started a second one yet.
Regards Rod.

Hey there Rick, very nice box. Jarrah is one tough piece of timber, very hard. You'll become addicted to this box making in no time at all.

Paul

Thanks for the compliments guys, this was created as a wedding gift.
The biggest problem I have is finding a reason to create things. I can't just make something without having a use for it.
It may be a while till the next box but there definitely will be one or many.

Rick

Warrick,

Don’t let family or friends see this or you’ll have a queue around the block wanting one. Welcome to the endless search for the perfect box. A great start!

Brian

Originally Posted by warrick

I can't just make something without having a use for it.Rick

Negative thoughts like this will only hinder your creativity. your reason for creating thins you don't need is to practice

Well done Warrick,
The splined corners are very neat indeed. The wall thickness looks just right too

The hinges are quite well set in .... not quite sure that two stays are needed .... one is usually sufficient .... two are quite difficult to coordinate the folding to close.

I find that a nice box is made better by simply adding a velvet lining to the bottom ... gives a quality finish.

Regards

Rob

Originally Posted by Tahlee

Well done Warrick,
The splined corners are very neat indeed. The wall thickness looks just right too

The hinges are quite well set in .... not quite sure that two stays are needed .... one is usually sufficient .... two are quite difficult to coordinate the folding to close.

I find that a nice box is made better by simply adding a velvet lining to the bottom ... gives a quality finish.

Regards

Rob

Thanks for the critique, I chose two stays for symmetry and found out the hard way about the getting them both to work. I did want to put some felt on the base but SWMBO over ruled that decision

Rick

Originally Posted by warrick

Thanks for the critique, I chose two stays for symmetry and found out the hard way about the getting them both to work. I did want to put some felt on the base but SWMBO over ruled that decision

Rick

Yep .... I would tend to agree with that... felt is a horrible substitute for double french velvet.

Rob

That is an impressive piece of work. Recycled Jarrah floor boards are perfect for boxmaking and you have used these to great effect.

A very impressive first box Rick, I like the way that you have selectively joined the boards and applied an excellent finish. Personally I like to line my boxes with felt. The splines are a nice addition but I would prefer to see the feet slightly narrower, just my opinion.
An excellent job.

Originally Posted by kcam

A very impressive first box Rick, I like the way that you have selectively joined the boards and applied an excellent finish. Personally I like to line my boxes with felt. The splines are a nice addition but I would prefer to see the feet slightly narrower, just my opinion.
An excellent job.

Thanks Kcam,

It may not seem but the feet extend as much as the lid overhangs.

Rick

Great work on three counts: design, execution and recycling!!!