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This little guy is the epitome of a knick knack. It can be used almost anywhere: coffee table, mantle, shelf. It doesn't do much. It's small. It can't even hold a movie-on-Lifetime's worth of chocolate. But the brushed steel leaf and black ant handle can definitely hold your attention. And really, isn't that what knick knacks are all about?
• Small knick knack box
• Brushed steel finish
• Hand cut steel leaf with ant
• 6” h X 4” w X 4” d
Craving some chocolate? This metal box features a salvaged stainless steel chocolate mold top and a velvety brown lining. Yummy! It’s perfect for holding your bills, keys and that forgotten box of diet pills.
• Recycled chocolate mold top
• Brushed steel finish
• Milk chocolate brown lining
• 4” h X 16” w X 14” d
The lid says, “I’m from Chicago.” The strong steel box says, “I have some stuff. It’s in this box and if you know what’s good for you, you’ll keep walking.”
• Hand-cut elements
• Brushed and darkened finish
• Removable lid
• 8” d x 11” w x 3” h
Note the numbering. They are VERY important.
Firstly - they tell me which side is the OUTSIDE of the box, and secondly, they tell me which pieces form which corners.
When laying out the dovetails, and assembling the box, I will ensure that all the numbers match (1 matches to 1, 2 to 2, etcetera) and that all are upright.
This little guy is the epitome of a knick knack. It can be used almost anywhere: coffee table, mantle, shelf. It doesn't do much. It's small. It can't even hold a movie-on-Lifetime's worth of chocolate. But the brushed steel leaf and black ant handle can definitely hold your attention. And really, isn't that what knick knacks are all about?
• Small knick knack box
• Brushed steel finish
• Hand cut steel leaf with ant
• 6” h X 4” w X 4” d
Panels going through the dual drum sander.
This will flatten the panel, remove the glue squeeze out, and enable the panels to be final thicknessed to the desired thickness (1/2" for the box, 3/4" for the lid).
Anjali's Chest is the first thing you’ll notice when you enter the room. Go ahead and stare, you can even touch the little, mouthwatering details. But don’t let your girl catch you…or she’ll want one.
• Brushed metal storage chest
• Custom steel handles, latch and hinge
• Huge cedar-lined interior
• 35” h X 14” w X 12” d
--testimonial-- “Riggs Barr is a true artist and each and every piece is unique, beautiful. While I had a vision for the design, Riggs worked with my ideas and discussed alternatives to make sure every element was perfect. His creativity is apparent in all the little details and the end result was so much better than I even imagined.”
— Anjali S.
The panels have now all been ripped to width.
The lid panel is 1" oversized, and the box panels have been ripped to finished width (4 1/2" in this case).
All have had the balance of the panels maintained by ripping equally on each edge (TWO cuts instead of one).
I've been excited, anticipating the postie delivering my little parcel from America - It's here!
He's made by Kit Lane from aqua blue/green and baby soft natural wool donated by 2 friendly sheep. He's made by "Needle Felting" which means poking a lump of wool with a special and very sharp barbed needle. So understandably he's a bit squeamish around pointy or shrap objects, but generally he's in good mental health!
A smile on a child’s face is special, but when it’s on a surly teenager’s, it’s momentous. This metal box looks hardcore, has room for private stuff and comes with an extra key for the parents. (Just kidding, Kyle.)
• Hinged lid
• Hammered steel belt accents
• Brown flocked lining
• 6” h X 10” w X 8” d
--testimonial-- “I commissioned Riggs to make a small steel box for my 17 year-old son, Kyle, as a present. It can be very difficult to impress him - but not this time.”
— Mary J.
“My metal box is large enough to store multiple items but small enough to fit in a safe place. The simple but sleek design is very catching to the eye. It’s sweet - very sweet.”
— Kyle J.
Jewelry marks special moments in a woman’s life: birthday necklaces, anniversary rings, studs for a questionable piercing from that drunken trip to South Beach. Protect those cherished and blurry memories.
• Steel sun graphic in-lay
• Mirror on lid
• Soft, silver-flocked lining
• 4” h X 15” w X 15” d
--testimonial-- “My steel jewelry box is functional and it catches anyone’s eye when they walk in the room. The in-laid sun with 5 rays for each member of my family is wonderfully creative and a personal touch that I love.”
— Mary S.
Made for a swap from card, covered in paper & sparkle Mod Podge. Finished with embellishments & a pink felt interior.
I just love the small bottle of this Baby Phat by kimora lee simmons perfume. :) (Thanks Tita Char!) the awesome artsie handmade box behind was given by my brothers girlfriend. :3 (Thanks nang Kat! )
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The project for our June Stamp Club/Project Class! More details on our blog: www.twohappystampers.blogspot.com
Panels have been removed from clamps and chalk marked prior to sanding.
The chalk marks will tell me when the side is flat, so that the other side can then be done.
There are embossed wedding invitations and now embossed wedding presents. The bride and groom’s names and the big date are hidden in the steel leaves with a custom photo album hidden inside. “Oh, we’re registered at Riggo Design.”
• Metal leaf-covered lid
• Names hidden in leaves
• Personalized wedding photo album
• 6” h X 16” w X 16” d
--testimonial-- “It is a stunning work of creativity. Who would have thought that steel could be crafted to look organic?! I am delighted every time I see it, and it always attracts the notice of our guests. Our only problem...five adult children, who would all like to have it someday!”
— Dr. and Mrs. Steven J.
All three pieces of lumber properly thicknessed to 1 3/4", with one edge jointed. I don't care about the other edge, as it will be waste later in the procedure.
There are some machining marks on the faces (which are going to be glue surfaces), so we move on to the next machine (and my secret weapon) to get rid of the marks and ensure that the two faces are ready to accept glue.
Here's the box pieces (minus the bottom, which will come later) all set for further milling and assembly.
This is the raw lumber that the box will be built from.
"Some assembly required - batteries not included"
This is a cardstock paper box I made for my aunt. She is the one who taught me to make the paper beads when I was little. The lid is decorated with paper bead petals, a running stitch swirl and a glitter felt winged butterfly. I've wanted to do embroidery cards, but I had this box in mind. Paper is not easy to embroider on, not as forgiving as fabric. The glue is still drying...
The panel will be ripped slightly oversized (to 12" instead of 11") - the reason will become obvious later.
To maintain the balance of the panel, equal widths will be ripped from each side - so TWO rips will be made, rather than one.
Note the triangles chalked onto the boards. These ensure that I can re-assemble the boards in the right order after they've been sawn.
I don't usually need these marks, as I tend to lay the resawn boards back in order anyway - but old habits are hard to break, and I have occasionally dropped a resawn set and the triangles enabled me to quickly sort them our.