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Gill
New Member
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 21 February 2006 : 11:03:36
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They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I was so taken by Tony's bandsawn/scrollsawn boxes that I decided to have a go too.
This is how it turned out, cut freehand:
It's not as impressive as one of Tony's boxes, but I'm happy with it considering I've just used a small offcut for my first attempt.
Since it's not very big, I won't be fitting furniture to the drawers. I learned some important lessons with this project, such as bothering to change the bandsaw blade for one with a less aggressive set. Also, I routed out the drawers instead of cutting off the front and back, removing the waste, then re-assembling them. Still, it was enjoyable to make and I'm sure I'll be a bit more ambitious with future projects.
Gill
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Sculptured Box
Starting Member
Australia
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Posted - 21 February 2006 : 15:44:55
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Gil
Well done. When can we expect the next work?
Rather than worrying about fitting furniture consider drilling holes (Forstner bit) in the back of the box to enable the user to open the drawer?
Tony Ward
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Gill
New Member
United Kingdom
60 Posts |
Posted - 21 February 2006 : 17:14:52
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That's a grand idea, Tony; I'll do it next time  .
I don't know how long it'll be before the next project arrives. My productivity improves with the temperature, and right now it's freezing!
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The Woodman
New Member
United Kingdom
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Posted - 21 February 2006 : 17:41:45
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| Who said Gill is a busybody ? |
Edited by - The Woodman on 28 July 2008 21:15:23 |
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Canadian Scroller
Starting Member
Canada
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Posted - 21 February 2006 : 22:59:06
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Wonderful job Gill.
More to you than a sense of humour, thats for sure.
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Sculptured Box
Starting Member
Australia
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Posted - 22 February 2006 : 19:40:45
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Weather here in God's Country - fine, mild humidity, average 27 to 32 centigrade each day. Great for working in a tee shirt and shorts!
Just makes you wish you were here?
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The Woodman
New Member
United Kingdom
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Posted - 22 February 2006 : 20:29:28
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| Who said Gill is a busybody ? |
Edited by - The Woodman on 28 July 2008 21:15:46 |
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Sculptured Box
Starting Member
Australia
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Posted - 23 February 2006 : 13:53:13
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| Am I promoting Australia - of course. Yes we are short of water, but it is amazing how plants and flowers are surviving, at least for the moment. Prospects of rain are gooood? |
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Gill
New Member
United Kingdom
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Posted - 23 February 2006 : 16:36:36
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We had some of that white stuff from the sky today. Australia certainly has its attractions at this time of year.
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Bandsawn/Scrollsawn boxes
