BUILD DA BOX

Sprung said:
That is so very true. If I had skipped to the end and just looked at the completed boxes (and also from looking at the ones you've recently posted), I'd have said that there's no way I could do anything like that anytime soon. But seeing each step broken down makes me realize that it's not difficult when you take it one step at a time and that I could make boxes like these with less time than I previously thought.
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Now that is the attitude to have. I CAN DO IT!!!!!!!
 
Also Matt- that 2" curly I sent would make this box. Box is 4 1/2 to 4 3/4 tall. 12 x 9 not that those numbers are cut in stone. I sent that piece with that in mind. If you resaw you have the bookmatch to have even flow around box. I do not do that always but it makes a difference. Good luck.
 
That 2" piece of curly you sent is a really nice piece. As soon as I pulled it out of the box, I knew that I will eventually resaw it and build Katy a jewelry box out of it - with bookmatches, because the bookmatched grain/figure flow around a box is just plain awesome.

And thanks for the size on the boxes! I hadn't thought to ask. I think one of the keys to a successful project is getting the proportions/sizing right and your boxes have that.

Come December I'm (hopefully) building boxes!
 
Sprung said:
That 2" piece of curly you sent is a really nice piece. As soon as I pulled it out of the box, I knew that I will eventually resaw it and build Katy a jewelry box out of it - with bookmatches, because the bookmatched grain/figure flow around a box is just plain awesome.

And thanks for the size on the boxes! I hadn't thought to ask. I think one of the keys to a successful project is getting the proportions/sizing right and your boxes have that.

Come December I'm (hopefully) building boxes!
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Ps- you need to thank Tom for the link- he is the one that asked.
 
Mike1950 said:
Ps- you need to thank Tom for the link- he is the one that asked.
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I'll have to do that! (And maybe I should start looking around more of the threads, especially the classroom threads, that were from before I joined.)
 
Mike I found this thread and really enjoyed it. One question I can't get in my head is how you set up the correct angles for the jig on the tablesaw to cut the cove in the box. Is there an easy way or is it just a matter of trial and error to get it figured out. I bought a curly board from you a while back and I was thinking about resawing and giving this a shot.
Thanks
Tim
 
TMAC said:
Mike I found this thread and really enjoyed it. One question I can't get in my head is how you set up the correct angles for the jig on the tablesaw to cut the cove in the box. Is there an easy way or is it just a matter of trial and error to get it figured out. I bought a curly board from you a while back and I was thinking about resawing and giving this a shot.
Thanks
Tim
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Tim- I started making coves this way to match a vanity drawer of Kathies and make bedroom furniture to match. What I do is get a nice straight board- something smooth-1"+-. If my stock is 7/8's I like to leave 3/16-1/4 minimum at thinest part. I set board on table at angle I guess will work and about where it is supposed to be in relation to blade- Put the blade up at 1/2 and put your glued box on the table against the board- like you would if you are running it through. get on the backside and see how it sights up- You can look down the table and the blade will obscure the future cut out.. With this trial and error you will get cove you want.. The less angle on fence board the wider the cove the closer the blade gets parallel to fence board the narrower the cove. When you do it make 2 boxes the same size- one crummy wood and one with what you want to use. Test. When you do it you will get a smile- lot easier then it sounds. Facing the saw I would guess it is somewhere between 45-60 degrees to the front edge of saw. If you need I will picture it for you guys.........
 
here is a picture of approx. angle on saw. Of course I clamp at both ends. Another thing that makes these boxes are the legs. all done with router. top is also router except the one in second pic is done with table saw. (walnut on bottom) Hope it helps- ask questions???? First group I am building.

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Thanks Mike. That makes sense. I can do that. This is really a great thread. Beautiful boxes. You really have talent.
Tim
 
You can- it will surprise you they are easy. Talent? I do not know about that but I am OLD, patient and very persistent............... PS. I love making boxes- little changes and they are different.
If anybody building these needs info- just post here, I will answer.
 
Robert, I use a different insert but same saw. I would try it with a blade first, I did. I still would us a blade if I wanted a wider cove. Blade is 10 and cove cutter is 8" I think. The big thing with coves is take little bites. If it seems hard - reduce the amount you are cutting. Be sure to ask any questions in this thread. You probably will be asking something someone else is wondering. Good luck and you CAN do this, M

PS cove blade is only about 1/2 inch wide. I think you need to go back thru whole thread, M
 
manbuckwal said:
Never get tired of seeing these beautiful boxes !!!!!
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Thanks you Tom- I never get tired of making them. I love rounded flatwork. Just something about that profile. Fed ex says you got mail today!!!
 
Mike1950 said:
Thanks you Tom- I never get tired of making them. I love rounded flatwork. Just something about that profile. Fed ex says you got mail today!!!
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I don't think I will get tired of u making em either lol . Yes I got the wood today, thanks !!! Saved me from finding the other thread lol
 
Where did you find the corner clamps ? I have search several sites and have not seen anything like them plus not cheap.
2. what size router 1/4 or 1/2 shanks are you using?
3. Have you ever used a 45 router bit with a locking cut ? I saw one on one of the sites . looked interesting .
Thanks.
 
1 i use cheap corner clamps
2 I use both
3 no but it might work great
4 many ways to skin the same cat. Figure out what works best for you. that will be the right way.
 
The corner clamps you show I cannot find them anywhere and the ones many show are not the same and about $25 each. Can you tell me where you purchased yours. Thanks
 
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