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
135 pgs, 9x11, 65 b&w photos & 100 dwgs, softcover
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