Box-Making Basics: Design, Technique, Projects
David M. Freedman
It took years for woodworker David Freedman to develop and perfect the box-making techniques he shares in this book. Accompanying his techniques are detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to make 16 handsome boxes. In addition to Freedman's designs, there are also projects from professional box makers. Whether you're a beginning woodworker or an accomplished box maker searching for design ideas, you'll find this book comprehensive, easy to follow, and full of inspiration. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction 1. BASICS OF BOX MAKING Elements of Good Design Selecting Wood and Preparing Stock Finishing 2. MITERED BOXES WITH ONE-PIECE LIDS Techniques PROJECTS: Box with a Slab Lid Beveled Box with a Rabbeted Lid Lever-Action Pen-and-Pencil Box 3. BOXES WITH DECORATIVE LIDS Techniques PROJECTS: Keeper Box with End Inserts Two Keeper Boxes with Raised Lid Panels Keeper Box with Two Tiers 4. BOXES WITH SLOT HINGES Techniques PROJECTS: His-and-Her Ring Boxes Stationery Box 5. BOXES WITH PIN HINGES Techniques PROJECTS: Box with Two-Piece Swivel Lid Box with Bookmatched Two-Piece Lid Box with Blind Pin Hinges 6. BOXES WITH BUTT HINGES Techniques PROJECTS: Sunburst Jewelry Box Box with Ball Feet Classic Jewelry Box Southwestern Box Metric Equivalence Chart Index
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