Cremation Box

Thats some fantastic wood work on display for a “first Go” I must say, and not being too familiar with the concept how did you determine the design dimensions?

I am off to check out your other projects !!

-- Regards Rob

John, I am sorry to hear of your family’s loss. The box, as usual, is a wonderful design and the craftsmanship is beyond reproach. The marquetry initials are just wonderful along with the spline miters.. A great combinations of woods with excellent grain choice….

-- Max "Desperado", Salt Lake City, UT

All of the above is 100% correct.

-- Wood rescue is good for the environment and me! just rjR

Beautiful work John. I’m sure that she would be proud of your craftsmanship.

-- John, British Columbia, Canada

Very beautiful! Cremation Box John. Very sorry for your loss. She would be so proud of your work.

-- St Augustine FL, Experience is the sum of our mistakes!

What a wonderful way to honor your MIL’s life. The box looks flawless and beautiful.

L/W

-- “Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.” Benjamin Franklin -- Jesus is the ONLY reason for ANY season.

Sorry for your loss. What a wonderful way to honor a loved one.

-- Tyvekboy -- Marietta, GA ………….. one can never be too organized

Sorry for your loss ….what a beautiful tribute to what was no doubt …a wonderful lady …..GREAT JOB :<))

-- Tony---- Reinholds,Pa.------ REMEMBER TO ALWAYS HAVE FUN :<))

Wonderful work and a fine tribute John. Not a job anyone wants to face but rewarding at the same time. Lots of thoughts and good memories during the construction I’m sure. My mom made it to 94. It was like getting to spend a last week with her when I made her urn.
My condolences.

-- Paul M ..............the early bird may get the worm but it’s the second mouse that gets the cheese! http://thecanadianschooloffrenchmarquetry.com/

Brilliant, John. To the Favorites Folder, it goes.

-- Mark

John, this is a beautiful box and you have put into it a lot of nice details and craftsmanship. I love the overall design and the contrasting wood colors which accents the details. It’s a very nice eye catcher.

helluvawreck aka Charles
http://woodworkingexpo.wordpress.com

-- helluvawreck aka Charles, http://woodworkingexpo.wordpress.com

Having made a couple for my parents it makes you feel good knowing that this is the last project you’ll do for the person and there is no greater honor. Good for her 95. I hope she was good right up to the end.

That is a beautiful job which she would be proud of. Unfortunately with mine I had limited time and it showed.

There must be something about funeral urns. They seem to garner the most attention and get into the Daily Top 3.

-- Schooled in the advanced art of sawdust and woodchip manufacturing.

The family turned to the right guy! That is a gorgeous box John and as others have said, she would approve of it. The wood is beautiful and the splines are top notch. As always, your marquetry is second to none.

-- On the eighth day God was back in His woodworking shop! Lenny, East Providence, RI

Thanks all for your kind comments, thoughts and prayers. Greatly appreciated.

-- John, Colorado's (Wooden Wizard)

John, exceptional work. I lost my mom a year ago, so I know how difficult this time can be. You did an outstanding job on her box. I love everything about it. Well done, John, well done.

-- Steve, South Carolina, http://www.finewoodworkingofsc.com