| Project by Ian Hawthorne | posted 09-08-2013 07:23 AM | 3959 views | 7 times favorited | 13 comments |  |
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Hi Folks
I produced a small batch of trinket boxes for Christmas. These boxes are made from walnut with an abstract hugs and kisses design on the lid. The direction of the grain changes to highlight the detail. I always add a small line to the front for alignment. No hinges needed just small internal walls that, when fitted correctly, give a slip fit. Lined in a bright orange pigs suede and finished with 2 coats of excellose & wax.
Size 60×60x45mm
Cheers
Ian
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robscastle
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#1 posted 09-08-2013 08:39 AM
Very nicely done Ian,
They will make great presents.
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OakHill
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#2 posted 09-08-2013 09:14 AM
Very nice work looks great. Clean lines and a unique pattern.
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aussiedave
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#3 posted 09-08-2013 10:31 AM
A nice pair of boxes Ian… they look great.
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HillbillyShooter
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#4 posted 09-08-2013 01:26 PM
Beautiful boxes with a great surprise inside—that orange pig suede really sets the design off!
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ward63
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#5 posted 09-08-2013 03:42 PM
Beautiful! Almost looks seemless. Nicely done.
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#6 posted 09-08-2013 03:46 PM
These are really nice and I like the design.
helluvawreck aka Charles
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RogerBean
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#7 posted 09-08-2013 06:08 PM
Elegant, as always.
Roger
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#8 posted 09-09-2013 02:54 AM
Excellent work….....again! Lovely boxes!
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#9 posted 09-09-2013 04:17 AM
They look very nice, great work.
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Roger
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#10 posted 09-10-2013 12:41 AM
Small boxes. Big elegance.
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Ian Hawthorne
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#11 posted 09-10-2013 05:41 AM
Thanks guys very kinds words :)
Cheers
Ian
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Fishinbo
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#12 posted 09-11-2013 04:45 PM
Wonderful boxes! Like the beautiful and interesting design. Great job!
ruddy
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#13 posted 09-12-2013 08:06 AM
Yes…elegance is the word. Love the simplicity and I thank you for posting your work. It gives us learners something to aim for.
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