Here’s a simple box I just finished. Cherry with dovetailed corners.
It turned out well but I regret using cheap hardware from Amazon,especially the stamped hinges.
Finish sequence:
- 180
- 220
- Coat Minwax “Tung” oil wet sanded with 320
- Oil wet sanded with 400
- #0000 steel wood and paste wax
It’s very nice. It’s only going to get nicer as the cherry takes on deeper color over time.
Looks great! The dovetails look really clean too. I’d probably line the inside with a nice red felt to dampen any noise when placing items, probably jewelry, into the box. And just for a extra bit of pizzazz. A wood burned makers mark or tidy initials somewhere would be a nice touch too, emphasize that “hey, a skilled person made this, this wasn’t shot out of a mass factory”
Wonderful job, looks great! The best piece might be on the inside. It’s got a great grain.
very nice!
That looks great. Excellent dovetails.
