Wednesday 21 December 2016

Compound Angle Dovetailed Box


Here is the latest in my series of forthcoming articles for Furniture and Cabinetmaking magazine.
With its compound angles dovetails and curved tapering lid it took a lot longer to make than the first two boxes, but I'm pleased with the result.


It has very discreet pivot hinge lid which, although nice and cheap, has to be installed very accurately to work well and look good. This is even more challenging in angled sides!


I really like this scallop for opening the lid, delicate and unobtrusive as well as easy to create using a rasp followed by sandpaper wrapped around a Sharpie.


9 comments:

  1. That's really nice work David, I'm gonna have to catch up with you soon to pick your brains over the one. The finished box is stunning.

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    1. Thanks Simon, yes this one keeps you alert from start to finish! All the best, David.

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  2. Lovely work again David. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family. regards Barry

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    1. Thanks Barry. Seasons greetings to you and your family! All the best, David.

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  4. Really nice box there David, gonna definitely have a go at this when the article is out.

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    1. Hi Martin, thank you. You'll have to send me some pictures when it's done. All the best, David.

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  5. I enjoyed reading your work. I'll come back for more

    Keep up the good work :) from Home Buys Plus, a Home Buys Plus

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  6. Brilliant Work! This is really a classic modern furniture design. Coffee Table Hong Kong

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