Arched Top Keepsake Box

John W. Nixon from Eagle Lake Woodworking demonstrates how to build an Arched-Top keepsake made from Cocobolo. This unique arched-top keepsake box is an eye catching item with a unique feature on the inside - a place to frame a picture. The process for making a dovetailed box is detailed in this video, as well as, the procedure for shaping the arched lid.

This 15 minute video covers:

• Resawing / Bookmatching.
• Making a dovetailed box.
• Shaping the arched top on the router table.
• Installing a lid support hinge.
• Tung oil finish.
• Procedure for gluing cocobolo.

To see the full projects details visit: http://www.eaglelakewoodworking.com/post/Keepsake-Box-Cocobolo.aspx

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Location: Buffalo, NY

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