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  1. 01-21-2016, 2:37 PM #1
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    Lacewood keepsake box

    Previously, I had made a Lacewood necklace cabinet posted here, and had some extra wood from the board. So I made this Lacewood keepsake box. It is 13" x 8" x 5". The keys are Holly, both for accent and to reinforce the miter joints on 1/4" thick stock. The box has 3/4" legs that are recessed, so the box appears to float. I did a test on several finishes and settled on General Finishes Polyacrylic; oil-based finishes turned the wood a dull brown. Thanks for any comments, pro or con.
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  3. 01-22-2016, 6:45 AM #2
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    I like that it "floats" and it will be easy to pick up because of that. Nice clean box with super wood.
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    Very handsome box! Nice craftsmanship.
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  5. 01-23-2016, 7:14 AM #4
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    Excellent work. I'm partial to lacewood though I usually combine it with another wood, like cherry, to suit my taste.
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  6. 01-23-2016, 10:13 AM #5
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    Really beautiful!
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  7. 01-23-2016, 10:58 AM #6
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    Beautiful box and beautiful wood.
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  8. 01-23-2016, 1:36 PM #7
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    Very nice. Where did you purchase the latches from?
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  9. 01-27-2016, 12:37 PM #8
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    The latches are from Lee Valley.
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