This is my latest box build. It is made of Quilted Maple, Padauk, and Ebony trim. Dimensions are 15 inches wide, 8.5 inches deep, and 9 inches tall. It is my most ambitious build yet, as it requires 4 different actions to completely open the box.
1.) The front panel is removed by lifting the spring loaded Padauk bar above it. Once the panel is removed, there are 3 small drawers behind it. But they cannot be opened at this point, until their secret release is found. The top lid must first be opened.
2.) The box's top lid has a hidden catch that isn't too difficult to find.
3.) Once the box's top lid is opened, the 3 drawers may be opened -- except their secret release must first be found!
4.) Next, there is a Quilted Maple panel with an Ebony handle that must be lifted up to expose the main compartment of the box. BUT WAIT. The Maple panel won't lift until its secret release mechanism is found! There is also a slot behind the Maple panel for the front Padauk panel to be stored in.
As with most of the boxes I make, I do not like to see exposed hinges. Sometimes it's necessary but this time I used 12mm barrel hinges that are hidden when closed. A clear satin finish is applied and makes the Quilted Maple really pop. This was a fun build. It took more planning and time to construct. I sometimes lose interest in long drawn-out builds, but this one kept me going and I learned some new things which is always good. Thanks for looking!
1.) The front panel is removed by lifting the spring loaded Padauk bar above it. Once the panel is removed, there are 3 small drawers behind it. But they cannot be opened at this point, until their secret release is found. The top lid must first be opened.
2.) The box's top lid has a hidden catch that isn't too difficult to find.
3.) Once the box's top lid is opened, the 3 drawers may be opened -- except their secret release must first be found!
4.) Next, there is a Quilted Maple panel with an Ebony handle that must be lifted up to expose the main compartment of the box. BUT WAIT. The Maple panel won't lift until its secret release mechanism is found! There is also a slot behind the Maple panel for the front Padauk panel to be stored in.
As with most of the boxes I make, I do not like to see exposed hinges. Sometimes it's necessary but this time I used 12mm barrel hinges that are hidden when closed. A clear satin finish is applied and makes the Quilted Maple really pop. This was a fun build. It took more planning and time to construct. I sometimes lose interest in long drawn-out builds, but this one kept me going and I learned some new things which is always good. Thanks for looking!
