DiResta Scrap-Wood Keepsake Box

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In my latest woodworking project I watch as I make a wood keepsake box using only scrap wood and glue! For this woodworking project I choose to use wenge, spalted maple, bamboo, and walnut, all pieces of wood that I had lying around the shop. I had a loose idea and improved most of the design. For the top I built an inlay twist latch top that turned out very cool, but don't beat me up for the under lid, I will do better next time xo

[@joshsmith4488]

I have never seen a latching style like that. So cool 👍🏻

[@uncle_thulhu]

I have got to watch more of your videos. Everything about this process was simplistic genius. From the aluminium cutting jig for sawing the angles, to the locking mechanism, to the fact that it took me a full 4 minutes to realise you weren't just reinforcing the corners, you were actually doing the lid. Man, you should have rails around you, like a national treasure...

[@DevinHeaps]

Very nice and brilliant design. I love the novel closing method. Thank you for sharing.

[@clydedecker765]

Love this piece - Just do it! No fancy stuff - just DOING it. Better than sitting around watching somebody else having all the fun.

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

With scraps and basically and internet double dare Jimmy again makes something cooler than I can dream of. I’m simultaneously inspired and contemplating quitting, it’s confusing. Love what you do, Jimmy.

[@springwoodcottage4248]

Fabulous how scrap becomes a thing of beauty with the right hands upon it & the lid adds just the right amount of mystery to how to open it. Thanks for sharing!

[@Dopefish76]

A box is obvious enough, but that latch mechanism? Did not see that coming! That's what makes a Classic Diresta build 👍🏻 Nice work Jim!

[@michaellevi5569]

Every stamp of yours justifies itself No artists like you dear Jimmy, lots of love from Israel.

[@t.j.postal8309]

LOVE scrap wood projects. Makes me feel better about myself for keeping bits of wood around.

[@jdbordelon7752]

me too !

[@CreaseysWorkshop]

A beautiful box that anyone could make with simple tools.

[@isaacf5396]

You really are a clever, clever bastard Jimmy. Love watching you work.

[@TobyRobb]

I always look forward to a video. I was intrigued by what you were doing with the lid. Everything can be crafted into something else; Thanks Jimmy.

[@SirenaSnallygaster]

Genius at work. Always a pleasure watching these and seeing what you come up with. Amazing!

[@maciejskowyra]

Brings about a pacyfing sensation. Cheers from Gdańsk, Poland.

[@davebauerart]

Great results! I love how its built up of small steps, just like everything else, even though it looks really complex. Push pin clamps are cool. I expect to see giant size ones in the future.

[@AndrewMcQuillen]

Ice pick use #10967

[@paulkelly1702]

Jackman Works is listening.

[@darioranft9148]

@@AndrewMcQuillen thats why you need at least 30 of them :)

[@dnngskn62]

So very cool jimmy. Years ago when I was on lumberjocks several of us would always try and make different style boxes. It can be much fun.

[@shannahmiller]

The box is gorgeous, and I really love the locking lid.

[@baldwinthree]

Using that syringe for glue is an incredible idea! I learned so much from this build.

[@thesledgehammerblog]

I guess that's where you keep the precious stuff in the shop, like the 10mm sockets. Nice work on that one.

[@dominicdelprincipe2583]

Um... that closure mechanism blew my socks off. Seriously amazing, as per usual!

[@greyhairedpete]

Inspired, I'm off to the garage this rainy morning to make something from scraps. Thanks Jimmy!

[@BarryHull]

First time I watched Diresta while sipping moonshine. It added a whole new level to my incompetence and his genius. Was great! Thumbs up!

[@AndrewMcQuillen]

It's great to see a small woodworking project. The twist top is just the reason why I and so many others enjoy your movies.

[@TomMakeHere]

That box would be a pain to keep reopening to find the stuff you want! Great work. It looks amazing

[@sixft7in]

Hey Jimmy! That box uses the ol' "righty loosey, lefty tighty" convention. Nice.

[@Gilyarth]

Bought materials for a box a while ago but haven't gotten around to starting building, this is a great inspiration, so now I just got to get some contrasting wood and the build can start.

[@garthbutton699]

Jimmy,just keep on keeping on,the lid latch is priceless.😁

[@Helyx525]

He should slice the box in half to make a traditional hinged lid and make the twist lid function as a false top for hiding valuables.

[@ScrewsAndTools]

I love your ideas! Thanks and stay safe Jimmy!

[@bradleygray2511]

Absolutely love the glue in the syringe technique. Thanks Jimmy! Looks great!

[@ThePaulus2010]

yet another nice build! excellent tip with the pins!! 👍

[@st7650]

Wow that would make a great cigar humidor Thanks for doing a wood working project. Really love seeing what you will come up with next

[@roymay9758]

Dang!....That Edit....Thank You!.....John Diresta Voice

[@cabman86]

Not a jewelry box. Another piece of jewelry. Such artistry!

[@DonnieStevensonLFGM]

Absolutely gorgeous, great addition to the Maker's Mob challenge! I feel like this is something practical and attainable

[@garrettschubert]

Jimmy making awesome boxes and making it look effortlessly, while doing so.

[@bgeorge9109]

That's awesome. The latch, the design, the way you make it look effortless. Wow

[@MineMountModels]

Watching Diresta's sped up videos at 2X speed on KZbin makes me feel like a slacker. Beautiful results.

[@sapelesteve]

Nicely done Jimmy! That has inspired me & given me some ideas to make a jewelry box for my grand-daughter. Thanks........ 👍👍😉😉

[@stevenferguson399]

Turning trash into a treasure box. As always, very nicely done sir 👏👏👏

[@FigmentsMade]

Not only a cool and beautiful box, but it's also magic!

[@OriginalRaveParty]

The lid comes alive after you coat and wax it. Great looking project.

[@ukonnokia]

Once I get the space, materials and tools this is definitely something I want to make. Especially for dice storage.

[@lulugregory3246]

That is such a clever cutting guide! Beautiful box

[@ElderCristhian]

The secret magic box rs. Excelent idea!

[@bcbloc02]

Clearly that box is magic!

[@rafikispepsi]

awesome work as always, Jimmy. that lid would be absolutely incredible.

[@BoomerKeith1]

When I hit play "Scrap wood keep safe box, how interesting can this even be?!" 1 minute in, pauses video so I can get my notebook and follow along so I can make it. Excellent as always JD!

[@restorecreate]

Even with scrap you can do magic Jimmy !!!!

[@steveadkisson2921]

I never fail to learn at least three things from Master Artisan Diresta on every video. Thank you for the superb content!

[@AwesomeWoodThings]

Nice! I totally dig the method of securing the lid!

[@dscritter614]

That was crazy! I love it. That takes 1 hell of an imagination.

[@thecreativetake]

That twist lock lid is such a cool feature!

[@raydrew3]

One of your best productions!

[@davehatzakorzian6994]

Absolutely beautiful well done Jimmy

[@ariescustom]

Awesome as always, Jimmy.

[@oldschooltunervw]

The sides look like cake, I'm hungry now lol. Very cool

[@anthonym612]

Got the order in for a giant razor blade! Happy to support JD in any way I can.

[@grbluen]

Outstanding work!

[@413DaveRN]

Any day I can watch a DiResta video before work is going to be a good day!

[@joepie221]

Nice piece of work Jimmy. You and the other master craftsman inspired me to do a scrap wood challenge video of my own recently. I got some flack for getting sawdust on my machines, but it was worth it. Stay well.

[@dereksstuff8395]

Nice work. Brace bits deserve a nice box like that to live in.

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

After all that activity, Jimmy needs a diresta ! 🙄😚 (Spoken in my best italian accent 🤠)

[@saginawdan]

It would make a great stash box😎 - Thanks Jimmy!!!

[@andrewmortimer3317]

So simple yet elegant

[@Mumbungua]

That is absolutely beautiful. I love how the top locks in place.

[@johnestes1467]

Need a 15 minute video that consists of basically the last 45 seconds of this video. Your keepsake game is strong

[@Hinkleshop]

Outstanding!! The lid idea is genius!

[@Slayerformayor1983]

Man, that is gorgeous. That action figure... The box is nice too I guess.

[@joepie221]

Nice work Jimmy. I love that giant disc sander you have. I have a channel suggestion for you, but hesitate to leave the URL without your OK. Do you mind?

[@Mr.Stacey-L-SCC]

Watching this game me some much needed calming with all the craziness that is going on in the world. Thanks for all you do Jimmy.

[@NeverNotMaking]

Classic Diresta.

[@Gary-pc2uv]

It amazes me how you free hand cuts on the band saw and get them exactly the same!! I couldn’t do that if there was a gun under my chin. Annoyingly impressive!!

[@susanjoynersnodgrass9766]

Beautifully crafted Jimmy!! Stay safe and well!!

[@celt1954]

What a wonderful box!!!!!

[@henrik1205]

what... No digital fabrication... What happened to the new/old Diresta??? You are truly an artist! Thank you for all the great videos :D

[@togetherwemake8048]

Wow that was amazing cool little magic box

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, Jimmy! The box looks amazing and the way it opens and closes is fantastic! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@darinnetherland3466]

I’ll take the golden ticket to see the Diresta factory!

[@QuitoMauro]

Awesome Job, Jimmy.!

[@DavidAKupka]

As much as I love the finished product and the way you cut with the mini mitre box. I am just in awe of how you smear glue, lol. If I did that , I would probably be covered in glue.

[@chriswinter8634]

Tight work man! Love the twist top concept

[@victornathan4845]

Exllancent work uncle . I like it's finishing 😀😘

[@alexvonbosse5090]

As always, just beautiful work! Thanks for sharing and keep at it!

[@said-abouhiba]

Très belle boîte mister Diresta. Magnific job

[@oldmanpottering]

Awesome work Jimmy! So many great tips and tricks shown my mind was boggling 👌 Loved the glue up on the melamine and was nice to hear the baby troll being helpful this time 😂

[@Kainosktisis]

Perfect project for the cool Ice pick to move small pieces around, your slipping Dude! lol, great box! takes a lot of patience if you want coolness! 👍

[@fattammano]

James “the magician” DIRESTA....love it...💪🏻

[@jpwoodwork]

Dude you have outdone yourself once again!!, Very nice work sir!!

[@josol100]

That is unbelievably cool, well done.

[@angusmclaren6257]

Brilliant, just brilliant. Love your builds.

[@CopyCatCo]

That’s a really awesome art deco looking design on the lid.

[@MakingStuff]

Another nice project!

[@keithspencersr.6806]

That’s a hell of a box, beautiful

[@charlesholland6851]

Can’t wait for my razor blade! That lid is beast mode!

[@jlinkhart]

That was slick!

[@quirtdrozario9983]

Love it. Lots of fine work went into this. Wow!!!!

[@NITZO83]

Just ordered a razor blade. Can't wait to recieve this masterpiece. Thanks Jimmy!

[@mrknt2929]

the details though.. so beautiful!

[@amx3000]

Beautiful!

[@short7440]

The box is absolutely gorgeous