September 21, 201213 yr ...now they are ready to deliver. "Also posted in Photos". Walnut, curly maple, a wee bit of turquoise and flocked drawers. Base sculpted to resemble rippling water. Gene 'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
September 21, 201213 yr Gene that looks fantastic. I like the contrasting woods, it really pops! How do you like the texture of the flocking? The times I've seen flocking used it felt a little coarse and hard to the touch.www.thepatriotwoodworker.com Proud Supporter of Homes For Our Troops
September 21, 201213 yr Author Thanks Mike. I guess it is a bit hard. It's not like felt. It does cushion the jewelry and such, though. Also saves a ton of sanding.- Gene'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
September 21, 201213 yr Love it It was kinda hard to figure out at first til I clicked on the image Great Job Charles NichollsSite Hostnicholls61@att.netProud supporter of The Wounded Warrior Project, Homes For Our Troops and the NRAhttp://www.etsy.com/shop/nichollswoodworks
September 21, 201213 yr Wow, Gene, that is so very cool looking. I love the contrast and the curly maple is awesome looking. The base is very neat also. Love the soft edges on the base the ripple effect.Very nice indeed, they should be very excited to get it.John MoodySite AdministratorJohn Moody Woodworkshttp://www.johnmoodywoodworks.com
September 21, 201213 yr Author Thanks guys.John, they won't have it until next July. That's when they are due to transfer back to the states. They've seen it via video chat and suggested we wait because they are limited on shipping.Gene'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
September 21, 201213 yr Very unique contrasts Gene. The light wood over the darker wood and the softness of the base really sets off the top. Well done indeed.Ron DudelstonSite AdministratorAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
September 22, 201213 yr As others have said, the contrasting colors really brig out the beauty in this piece. I think the darker wood accents the grain of that tiger maple beautifully.Lew Kauffman-Wood Turners Forum HostTime traveler. Purveyor of the world's finest custom rolling pins!
September 22, 201213 yr Author Thanks Ron and Lewis.Hey Lewis. Not being a wood expert, I didn't know that maple was called "Tiger". Is that different than "Curly"? I have a bunch of it. It will be the sides of some briefcases that are next on my list. I'm thinking of accenting it with some string inlay of walnut. Around the panels and at the edges two halves of the case. Might be a bit gaudy but my sons are only going to carry them to the shooting range. :-)Gene'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
September 22, 201213 yr I'm no expert either! I thought when the "stripes" were clearly visible- as in your beautiful project- folks called it "Tiger" maple.Lew Kauffman-Wood Turners Forum HostTime traveler. Purveyor of the world's finest custom rolling pins!
September 22, 201213 yr Just looked it up on Google and apparently Curly and Tiger are about the same. Curly is the name give when the figuring occurs in Red or soft Maple and Tiger when it appears in Hard Maple. See, were are both experts!!Lew Kauffman-Wood Turners Forum HostTime traveler. Purveyor of the world's finest custom rolling pins!
September 23, 201213 yr Author Curly or Tiger.....I like them both. Tough to plane, though. The final couple cuts need to be about 1/64th to avoid chip out.Gene'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
September 24, 201213 yr Wow! Gene, great woodworking skills! Nice boxes!Take the first step, it will lead you to the LAST.www.bandsawblog.com
September 25, 201213 yr Author Thanks, CliffGo for it. But try one first with fewer inside cuts, like between the "stalks" on the Lotus flowers. Those are a bear to sand!Cliff said:nice work. I keep telling myself I should try a BS box.
September 25, 201213 yr Author Thanks James. Your estimation of my skills may be a bit generous, however.James Hisebert said:Wow! Gene, great woodworking skills! Nice boxes!Take the first step, it will lead you to the LAST.www.bandsawblog.com
September 25, 201213 yr Oh c’mon, Gene! We’re not talking lies here. Let’s be honest. You’re a great wood worker! Nothing less. Take the first step, it will lead you to the LAST.www.bandsawblog.com
September 27, 201213 yr Author Go for it Cliff. Need any help, just holler.Gene'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
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