How to Make a BASIC Box!

Want to try building a basic box? This is a really easy box to make!
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Standard Disclaimer: Putting your soft, squishy fingers near powerful sharp spinning things is dangerous. I've been doing this for a while and I know what I'm doing but even I'm not invincible. I take a lot of safety precautions based on my level of experience and not all of them are shown on camera. Don't do anything you aren't comfortable with. If it makes you nervous you're probably doing it wrong. Don't do anything stupid. Reapply sunscreen often and floss before bed. Is anyone actually still reading this?

[@christophermckinney984]

I must say Sir, that this video calmed my wild ADD for a little while! I normally fly through videos, playing at least 1.5 speed, and sometimes skipping ahead. But this little classy, classically captured masterpiece of man playing with his wood made my mind go…sceeerrrrrrrch!!! I watched at normal speed, and wasn’t bothered by it! I actually found myself going back, 10 seconds at a time, to make sure I didn’t miss which way your wood was pointing, especially since you had told us to watch for it. You handled your wood masterfully, and then put it into a box for us all to see, and we all stared, riveted! Bravo my dear Sir, your skills as a woodsmith have gained you another subscriber. 👏🏻

[@DanielSilva-st6ev]

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[@tomjenkins6728]

In addition to the valuable info about making boxes I thoroughly enjoyed your background music. Good jazz!

[@coreygrua3271]

“...however you want.” Love those words. Options are always there. The production quality is refreshing with fun background music. Great detail.

[@DCBFarms]

Best box-building video I have ever seen. Kept me watching the entire video (and that's rare)

[@gcicary]

Hello Blake, I have spent the last couple of days working through making this box. It's my first as I am just building my workshop which is a garage and gathering tools to build intresting things. This video was so inspiring for my first box. It is looking pretty good. I am not sure if I can upload any pictures, but if so I would love to show you what I have done and get your feedback. Definitly an amateur and learning every time I try something new.

[@douglasstewart518]

So simple and elegant and eliminating the PIA hinges is awesome! Also, I love it that you have such great background music instead of the usual annoying looped noise.

[@VinceEspositoJr]

Thanks for this very simple yet instructional video. We novices need more of this to support basic skills development.

[@weberwoodshop]

Glad you liked it!

[@momphard]

Really nice to watch a glue-up that isn't "ALL-squeeze-out-ALL-the-time!!" Thanks for that. And totally good choice of tunes.

[@simonflr]

Skill is quite evident. The one word that comes to mind while watching your work is Elegant...

[@barryfrost6720]

There is true beauty in the simplicity of those boxes! Extremely well done. Thanks for sharing your passion!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@Jordan-fi6hn]

In addition to woodworking I also play the upright bass. I gotta say, the bass solo at 6:22 is SWEET!! I always love the background music of your videos

[@Handmadeextreme]

This channel really is the gold standard in video production quality. Every time I see one of your videos it gives me something more to aspire to with my own. Keep up the great work. Your video quality is epic ...... and your wood work ain't bad either 😉👍👍

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@davidmontgomery1016]

When you fired up the torch I about freaked. I thought you were going to go for the scorched look. Beautiful.

[@jack002tuber]

Me too. LOL

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks :)

[@spaltedwoodsman4368]

Your woodwork is incredible! The production value of your videos is through the roof! When changing a table saw blade gives you goosebumps... brilliant! Fantastic story telling! You’re a true craftsman in front and behind the camera. Very well done.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you so much!!!

[@paulinemsiame1209]

I completely agree. This video had me hooked from beginning to end, and when you added the leather, that was it for me. Very well done

[@yvonboudreau3932]

Great idea using a drill bit as a spacer. Never would have thought of doing that, but will be using that idea going forward.

[@howardrenker1]

Using this video, I was able to make some beautiful boxes as gifts for my grandchildren this year. Thank you so much for the plans ands the great assembly video. Also thanks for the tips on waxing the polyurethane. I never liked that plastic like feel. The paste wax really helps.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you! Glad you could use some of the tips!

[@PapaJoeWalsh]

Wonderful and wonderfully simple! Until I try this of course 😊! An expert makes things look easy. Great video. Thanks.

[@druidworks]

The real leather is a very nice touch. I’m of the same mind myself. I don’t know why more people don’t go to this length. 👍

[@Nduk123]

I so love your videos. the music, the filming and of course the projects. Well done indeed Sir. Nick from UK

[@rnunezc.4575]

Súper cool editing, lighting , cinema tics...and great woodwork

[@ryanintopeka]

I really like that little foam sanding pad with the hand loop on it. as a guy who builds guitars that would REALLY come in handy.

[@Gelovan682]

THANK YOU for the classy beautiful music and laid back tempo of the vid. Like the leather idea. Is it shiny side down?

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks! Yes, shiny down, suede up.

[@amberhubert2016]

Those are gorgeous and seem simple enough for a beginner wood worker. I am excited to try these out. Thank you for the wonderful step by step tutorial and I loved the music.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks!

[@patrickobrien9982]

Outstanding video. Easy follow directions. I will try this out today

[@felixfromnebraska8648]

Blake, another masterpiece, my friend. I love the video, and I can tell you must be a great photographer and a master woodworker. Thanks so much for sharing, Blake. Felix

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@janell19]

When folks don’t like it I’d love to know why. Goodness this was a good one.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks!

[@DarylBambic]

Superb video skills. And the boxes are beautiful.

[@johnpace6836]

This a beautiful box - think I will be doing a few of these for gifts this holiday season. I gotta say: your video quality is outstanding and the instructions are easy to understand and apply. Great job!

[@JSCRocketScientist]

Very very well demonstrated. I’m not quite a beginner but have no fancy equipment. An ancient tablesaw with crummy fence, nice bandsaw with only a 6” opening, and no planer or jointer. I do a lot with hand tools. You gave me options. There are a lot of patterns that assume you have a planer and jointer: a barrier. [Pretty amused that my phone auto corrected planer to planet. I’m a rocket scientist 😂

[@heyimamaker]

Your videos were always awesome, but the music, filming, and editing are awesome to the max!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@kengardner775]

You got my subscription. Master wood worker, teacher, and content creator. Now I need to go check out your other videos! Work can wait...

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@donaldcallahan5913]

Just found this video, and have become an instant fan - what a fantastic video! Will look forward to binge-watching more of them (even the 'Standard Disclaimer' is creative =:-D )

[@juliovillavicencio296]

Excellent your work and very detailed in the execution of it. Congratulations

[@robertf6344]

Very simple project for new woodworkers and the wood grains really make something to be proud of and to display. One simple suggestion would be to make the handles concave like the inside of an ear lobe. I think the feel would add to the handles. Probably a detail sander and some patience.

[@melodywilson5255]

Those are so gorgeous!!

[@arnaldoscachetti3558]

Simple box, I like it. Do you have any plans that I can print out with dimensions.

[@websterbehrens7837]

A great presentation of the basics....you have taken to a new standard,,,AWESOME ! I am now a subscriber. Thanks for sharing.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@Mark_L]

Real nice! Simple sometimes is best!

[@tonyragsdale3066]

I randomly came across one of your videos and after watching it and a few more I must say, you sir are an artist. Not only with your woodworking, but also with your video editing. I'm just beginning to get into woodworking myself. I hope some day I can get this good.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@piratepoppy5548]

Fantastic videography. Excellent instruction and clear commentary 👏👏

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@jasonwyllie2936]

Great tip with the drill bit to add a tolerance. Thanks for sharing.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@christiansappwoodworking2027]

Love the simplicity of the design! That Claro is stunning!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@AceWoodCo]

Love to see that grain pop! So satisfyinggg

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks!

[@alexclark6777]

Beautiful. I love the choice to go with a contrasting handle on the walnut box while staying with the curly maple for the handle on the maple box. That may be due to you running out of walnut but I still really liked that detail! Just one thing I have to know - blade guards on your table saw, but fingertips right up to the router bit?? Be safe, dude!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks!

[@oskarwobrock6378]

What a great job! Many greatings from South West Germany from a small Village called St. Nikolaus, near the border to France.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@markgoode4109]

These boxes look great; suck beautiful grain pattern in the woods. The design was simple, but elegant, and one I'll be using in my next box project. Thanks for sharing your ideas and obvious skills. Best wishes.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@cds957]

Great video and great work also. Music is nice too.😃

[@Foodgeek]

Awesome cinematic looking footage, great music, well executed and easy to understand tutorial. Instant sub :)

[@louisevad6091]

Great boxes! Router table was a little to close quarters for me. Like like the project

[@EB-sr7sj]

Stunning editing Mr.Weber !

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@carolinecoykendall6436]

I love your music selection.

[@derekdodson5623]

What a unique idea to join the sides. Thanks

[@frontierfan1613]

Really enjoyed this simple but totally wonderful design and build👍🏻

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@terryoconnor3545]

Hello Blake, Super video. Forgot to mention before, I think the production of the video is very slick. It’s so good you don’t even notice it. Also your choice of music, like everything you is top draw. Kindest regards Terry

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@markchoitz443]

the woods are wonderful and the project came out great!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@kathrynnewton8721]

So lovely and simple, coiled try those! Love the leather

[@dimensionswoodworks]

Love the sound design on this video! The box is ok too 😂👍🏻🤜🏻

[@weberwoodshop]

Haha thanks man!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Great video and process! That's interesting that you put the "flesh" side of the leather out, rather than the finished side.

[@weberwoodshop]

It’s softer and I like it for jewelry boxes. Thanks!

[@adaosantos9504]

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[@TheTranq]

Nice boxes turned out great. I like the simple design I’ll have to give it a go

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks!

[@ericwilliams538]

I jealous!! I wish DeWalt still made table saws like that. Actually, that's awe you have it. I'm just being joking around and being silly. I do appreciate your time and effort that you put into posting these videos. I've been in construction work for most of my life. Switching over to wood working projects is a little different. I'm starting out as if I dont know a thing, and making a bunch of small boxes similar to yours..

[@quirtdrozario9983]

Really very nice. Lovely.

[@ArtisanPirate]

Amazing Video Mate ! Love The Production And Attention To Detail !

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@mcseforsale]

7:39 - Figured out your grain direction. Duh! I'll be making some of these even though I usually do a bit more complex joinery on my boxen. Simple and elegant.

[@stephaniereich1098]

Is there a simpler way to cut the ridges. I don't have a table saw like that. Any manual tools that would do it?

[@michaelbradford4444]

Good video till the end . Box bonding , love , marriage c'mon now !

[@HansHoffmeister]

Great episode! Always great work and production

[@mirage3rd]

Thanks for all the clear explanation

[@johneckhardt218]

Great boxes and terrific video. Thanks for putting it all together.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@alfredobanuelos4730]

Came across this video. Great looking box. Nice pace. Well executed tutorial. I don’t know if you ever respond to comments. I have the same DeWalt table saw. I’m intrigued by the Incra fence. And I also made a similar box to yours in terms of construction. I was also trying to achieve what you showed us in this video. I will subscribe.

[@АнтонСередин-б9д]

Love it! we need one more project like mountainscape cabinet.. 🤗

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you! I'm about to do more like it!

[@xcuse4tools]

Really nice video. Very impressed with the final product particularly hand shaping with a ROS. Can't figure out how you would make the box inside without a CNC. Bandsaw would leave a through cut. Keep up the good work.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks! I think your comment was meant for the Leaf Box video... Before I had a CNC I have done it with a router, and router template, or by drilling out the center with a large forstner bit and then a scroll saw, or you could even use hand tools. If you don't mind the seam you can even do it as a bandsawn box. Or you could train your pet termites and they could remove the desired material. Lots of options.

[@followersguild7356]

New to your channel... your Intro, your, work, your sound design 🧡🔥

[@PuleenPatel]

I love this simple boxes. Thank you for sharing this video. :)

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@mcorrade]

very very nice. I especially like the finish trick....

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@skippylippy547]

Thanks for a wonderfully presented video!

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@DanielTorres-fp8hq]

Muy muy hermosos...de lujos tus trabajos amigo

[@ericwilliams7374]

These look like they would be fun to make. Personally, I would use some dowels of some sort for the sides. That's just me though.

[@youtukang]

Hyy friend 🤝🙏

[@wherethewoodturns650]

I love the boxes and definitely like the idea of using leather to line them instead of flocking which I typically use. May I ask where you buy the leather you used?

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks! I bought the leather at a local leather shop in Santa Cruz.

[@MCsCreations]

Really beautiful work, dude! The boxes look fantastic! 😃 As soon as I can I'm going to try to make one!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@jlsuter91]

Man these are beautiful. What is the finish wall thickness? looks to be around 1/4-3/8. Thanks for the videos and inspiration man

[@luisurbina5115]

Where did you get that sanding pad? Can't seem to find anything like that

[@FirthFabrications]

What a great video. Just found you over on Instagram. Excited to subscribe and follow you going forward!

[@JohnColgan.]

Lovely wood choices. Complex cuts & resaws, but by any chance was there fully wrapped grain pattern on the walnut?

[@weberwoodshop]

Yes

[@billbasta1548]

Beautiful work.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

Small simple but amazing, nice work as usual 👍🏻

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@americanpatriot7089]

Awesome dude very good work

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@43srgrock]

Very nice thanks for sharing.

[@judas587]

This is just awesome

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@the_fixer_guy]

Hoping for a new Weber Woodshop video soon! 🙏🙏🙏

[@jessjulian9458]

Enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing my friend.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@FlightCrewCustom]

Brilliant clean work as always.

[@youtukang]

Plis see my work 🙏☺

[@weberwoodshop]

@@youtukang I’m going to block you if you keep promoting yourself in my comment section.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks Morgan!

[@edwardsimmons3721]

Great simple project

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks!

[@dukeengine1339]

For the reason of expanding and contracting of the solid wood due to moisture, why do you glue the bottom on four sides into its groove?

[@weberwoodshop]

It’s so small it won’t matter. It barely moves on that scale.

[@jefflavenau]

The boards get wider--in this case, taller and shorter--not longer. The bottom isn't going to move at all, because it's plywood. So, there's no issue.

[@tomware9448]

Leather liner is a nice touch. Have you ever used paper ? I am experimenting with rice paper for a Asian inspired box.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks! I haven't used paper but its another good option.

[@jcboland79]

Love this! Well done and thanks

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

Really nice project!😁🛫

[@weberwoodshop]

Thanks! 👍

[@bobbybehan6672]

Inspiring, was troubled with what I was going to do with that bit of maple I had lying around. Hopefully my Swiss Army knife is not rusted up.

[@weberwoodshop]

Thank you!

[@silenthill5794]

This video reminded me of Clickspring, I'm assuming you're a fan of his as well with that end 😉

[@nickolas9375]

where did you get that box cutter?

[@grimtrigg3r]

Just setup a little shop, gonna make these for Xmas gifts.

[@weberwoodshop]

Awesome!