🔨Chris demonstrates his woodworking skills by creating a unique and functional jewelry box.
🌊The box features a beautiful live-edge river top made with casting resin.
🎨Chris showcases his craftsmanship by adding custom-made drawer dividers for organization.
🔒The box includes a secret button that unlocks the bottom drawer, adding an element of surprise.
💡Chris shares tips and tricks throughout the video, demonstrating his expertise in woodworking techniques.
What materials were used to build the jewelry box?
—Chris used quarter sawn white oak, black walnut, and casting resin for the river top.
How did Chris create the secret button mechanism?
—Chris installed a lever at the rear of the box, which opens the bottom drawer when pressed.
Where can I find the plans to build this jewelry box?
—Chris provides detailed plans on his website for those who are interested in building this project.
What finish did Chris use on the jewelry box?
—Chris applied Danish oil to bring out the natural beauty of the wood and give it a satin finish.
What other tools and products did Chris use for this project?
—Chris used various Rockler products, including brass hardware, hinges, and a lid lock.
00:00Chris introduces himself and his project, a jewelry box with unique features.
03:45Chris begins the woodworking process, starting with breaking down the wood and planing the edges.
07:00Chris cuts dovetail joinery for the drawers and labels the pieces for grain matching.
09:55Chris showcases the secret button mechanism for the bottom drawer, adding an element of surprise to the design.
14:30Chris pours casting resin for the live-edge river top of the jewelry box.
17:00Chris assembles and finishes the jewelry box, adding brass hardware for a polished look.
