Padauk Wine Box
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4 October 2013 at 5:26 am #19572
Here is a Dovetail Box that I just completed. Other than the initial dimensioning of the lumber, all work was done by handtools. I resawed the boards on my bandsaw, and then planed them to thinckness in my planer. After that it was all handwork including the carving on the lid. I had the names and date inside the lid laser engraved by a friend, I didn’t trust myself to do that carving. I made this for a woman to give to her daughter as a wedding present. The wood is Padauk, and the finish was 3 coats of clear shellac and then a light coat of wax.
I am more excited about this project than just about anything else I have every made. It was challenging, but I took my time, step by step, rewatched the videos and followed Paul’s instructions. I am very happy with the way it turned out. Another great learning experience.
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You must be logged in to view attached files.4 October 2013 at 7:25 am #19578Thanks Ken, I got engrosed in this one. Once I got started carving the other day, I did not stop till 2:30 in the morning.
4 October 2013 at 3:18 pm #19588Steve you build beautiful box. Thanks for sharing with us.How hard is Padauk for carving? Thanks again.
4 October 2013 at 7:06 pm #19607Superb Steve the carving looks great.
You should be very proud indeed a fine piece of work.4 October 2013 at 8:37 pm #19611Very nice, Steve! Love padauk. Wish it weren’t as expensive…anyway, that is truly something to be proud of. Well done.
5 October 2013 at 1:34 am #19625Thanks guys, I appreciate all the comments.
I have been playing around and practicing with carving for several months, but this was my first complete carving project. I was pleased with the way it turned out. The Padauk was a bit of a challenge, not that it was difficult to work with, but that it is not in the least bit forgiving. It was a valuable lesson in preparation. Watch Paul’s videos, pay attention to what he says and does, have everything prepared ahead of time, and it is a joy to work with. If your tools aren’t sharp, you are going to be disappointed and frustrated. The Padauk is a beautiful red inside, and begins to turn dark once exposed to air and eventually will turn almost black. Take your time and work it, the wood reveals itself in a very pleasing manner. I found myself lost in it for hours at a time. This wood doesn’t like to be pushed, and from what I expreienced, it doesn’t respond well to power tools either.
5 October 2013 at 2:23 am #19630Thanks Jason
Yes, I ploughed a groove and suspended a 1/4″ panel beveled slightly to create a snug fit and still a bit of breathing room. This left visible holes in the corners of the box, so I filled them like Paul shows in the video series. End result was the patches were almost invisible.
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