🔧The mitre spline box and dovetail key box are made using a custom jig.
📏Choose your wood and cut it to the desired sizes for the box sides.
📐Use a table saw to cut the box sides at a 45-degree angle and create perfect corners.
🔨Glue the box sides together and use tape to hold the corners tightly.
🗜️Cut the slots for the mitre spline or dovetail keys using a custom jig.
What materials do I need to make these keepsake boxes?
—You will need wood for the box sides, a miter spline dovetail key jig, glue, and some clamps.
How long does it take to make these boxes?
—With the right tools and materials, you can complete a pair of these boxes in just one day.
Can I customize the size and design of the boxes?
—Absolutely! Feel free to adjust the dimensions and choose different types of wood for a personalized touch.
Are these boxes suitable for beginners?
—Yes, these boxes are beginner-friendly, especially with the help of the custom jig we provide instructions for.
What other projects can I make with the miter spline dovetail key jig?
—The possibilities are endless! You can use the jig to create picture frames, jewelry boxes, and much more.
00:00Introduction to making two types of keepsake boxes: miter spline and dovetail key.
00:15Choosing the wood and cutting it to the desired sizes for the box sides.
00:44Using a table saw to cut the box sides at a 45-degree angle and create perfect corners.
01:19Gluing the box sides together and using tape to hold the corners tightly.
04:09Cutting the slots for the mitre spline or dovetail keys using a custom jig.
06:17Finishing touches and test fitting the mitre spline or dovetail keys.
