How to make a wooden box - 269

I recently made a few wooden boxes to give out as Christmas gifts. Hope you enjoy the video and are able to learn something new.
Build article: jayscustomcreations.com/2016/...
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[@sopwithpuppy]

I was very impressed with the immense level of care you put into every single step of this project. The results reflect this. Excellent work.

[@judyl.761]

Love them!

[@Kikilang60]

People who like gifts more because you made them, are just as happy to spend time with you. They are just as happy, if you are happy. Actually, you could make something they don't want, but they would like it because they love you. Yeah, boxes are great gifts.

[@BreeOlson9]

I don’t know what I was expecting to build a box but it wasn’t this. Lol. I’m so flamboyant.

[@cobberpete1]

Three Thumbs up for this one Jay.. 1 Beautiful Wood, 2 Very good craftsmanship in the making, 3 helpful tips for others to learn from. I am sure the recipients will appreciate the effort you have put in.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Love having the narration through the video. You pack so much information in. The boxes are stunning Jay, great job.

[@miguelnoyola3421]

April Wilkerson you my favorite hard wood worker I always wach you videos:)

[@evecloudlet5284]

check woodprinter3d

[@kuneeyakanna9041]

This was great, thanks, I've been looking for "woodworking desk accessories" for a while now, and I think this has helped. You ever tried - Yiyli Yeyavid Booster - (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some super things about it and my neighbour got amazing results with it.

[@stevenclarke5435]

Yeah that's what the good video makers do. Idiots get on you tube and try to hold the caner, talk, and work on something all at the same time. Like dude we can't hear you all hunched over with your head under the hood lol

[@stevenclarke5435]

Camera*

[@russell3421]

It is the most clean workshop I have seen on youtube.

[@williexyz]

looking like a real woodworker with this project.

[@JayBates]

Define "real woodworker" please.

[@richardboudoin1084]

nice wood! and the hinges!!! wow!!

[@syaheer8689]

That flame maple for a guitar top would be epic

[@earlye]

Thank you for putting these videos out. Each one is a treat.

[@cgrovespsyd]

I am also making this box with highly figured maple from Bob Kloes custom furniture. He always has fantastic wood and is a great guy. As an added bonus, his shop is only 20 minutes away!

[@jpleroux5951]

I just started my woodworking journey and I learned so much! Feel so inspired. Thanks!

[@riskromer9773]

don't know how many times I watched the video preview loop, so pleasurable

[@Thom4123]

WOW Jay you really knocked this out of the park. Both boxes are absolutely beautiful what a amazing job. Going to watch this video a lot. There was quite a few steps that I just want to see again so that one day I can try these methods. Thank you you are a inspiration to all Woodworker's.

[@Germanistan]

So satisfying to watch this. Not only the great craftsmanship but also your very informative narration. I like your voice.

[@NickFerry]

very nice Jay - well done - glad you are digging the figured stuff

[@richardcranium5839]

i still have the one grandad made for grandma. finger jointed oak made to fit the 3x5 index cards.unfortunately i dont have grandma's recipes. homemade gifts are the best. nice job jay!

[@Patricksworkshop]

beautiful boxes Jay im sure the recipients will cherish them for ever

[@holzhandwerk_ak]

Beautiful boxes, Jay. And very well explained. Thanks for sharing!

[@Babyjohn8170]

I agree the best gifts are made with love and care. By the way, I enjoy seeing the Detroit Lions, Tiger’s and Detroit Red Wings flying in the background. Learning how to create the box made me click on the video.The flags waving in the background made me stay for the whole video. Good job!

[@alaskaboomer6143]

Jay, your work is awesome. Thank you for putting out these very informative and entertaining projects while explaining your work so all can understand.

[@chemcody5119]

Very nicely done Jay.

[@larryk6330]

I recently used this technique to make a few medium sized boxes and I gotta tell you, it worked like a charm! Great idea for making your own "plywood" for the top and bottom, too. Thanks for the tip.

[@moedog5087]

One of my favorite woodworkers to watch! Thanks for the awesome video!

[@kennyc388]

Thanks so much for the tip regarding the table saw step to separate the top and bottom of the box. I have screwed up more than one project by cutting all the way through the stock. Now I know what to do. Thanks for your advice Jay! Kenny C.

[@joshl90]

Those inlays are gorgeous on that curly maple!!!!!

[@ScottL410]

Another project added to the list. I really want to build one of these, beautiful work as usual.

[@HBStep]

Wow, I'm so envious of all the equipment in your shop! Great video, very informative and inspiring...

[@bonenfant96]

The spalted wood one is just amazing. Thanks for sharing.

[@williamdrigo6454]

Congratulations on the whim, the precise details from the cuts to the final finish, the will to have one!

[@pietroaretino6390]

These are beautiful boxes. The amount of work that goes into such small projects is astounding. Great job.

[@felixreali7101]

omg, at 0:41 the idea of using the clamps through holes in the work-bench is just amazing to me. I really have to start thinking outside my little box :-))) great video :)

[@veronica5896]

Thanks for sharing =) The boxes are pieces of art! Really beautiful work!

[@MrRsg99]

Beautiful boxes Jay, thank you for sharing!

[@JimG31547]

Jay, Those are some beautiful boxes. You are going to make a few people very happy. Thanks for taking time to video and share this project with everyone, Jim

[@Blackrain4xmas]

Hey, I've watched a lot of woodworking videos, and I have to say I thought this was extremely helpful. THANK YOU!!!

[@traceyosterlind14]

Beautiful work. Any one would be delighted to receive such a timeless gift.

[@MauriceBlok]

Beautiful project, looking forward the other boxes

[@FrontierlessCraftsman]

I love the edging on the top and bottom, well worth the effort.

[@hooftrim4589]

very well done ... thanks for sharing and what a beautiful shop .

[@jeffmiller3112]

One of the better box videos on the tube. Well thought out and presented. Lucky person who gets one of those boxes!

[@craigpereira6381]

Very nice. They are stunning.

[@marceaton3128]

Nice work Jay.

[@petersmith5199]

Lovely job Jay. An exercise in accuracy with a super result. Thanks for posting.

[@quirtdrozario9983]

A Master woodworker.

[@sherridenny1739]

I really like his project. Especially the use of the different colour wood around the edging it really makes it stand out😊

[@RickHenderson]

Nice idea about building with scrap wood to check the mitre. Never thought of that. Amazing video, thank you so much.

[@venusonmars]

O man, good tips and insight, thank you! I had to stop and write this comment after you suggested testing the 45 degree angles with plywood... wish I'd thought of that last time!

[@Retroweld]

Those are beautiful. Congrats hitting 300K!! Well deserved.

[@enjoyingwoodworking691]

That's great. Your woodworking skills are excellent.

[@9Biloela99]

Jay, I think this is your finest work yet, well done thank you so much for sharing

[@MrJohnnyboyrebel]

Fantastic! I have several 2” thick cherry boards that needed a project. You’ve inspired me once again.

[@whitedoggarage]

Beautiful work there Sir! I think I learn something from everyone of the videos you make. Not sure what my family would do with a little box each for Christmas, but I have tucked your techniques away in my brain for future use. Thanks.

[@Joefest99]

Beautiful boxes!

[@G56AG]

Simply beautiful boxes!

[@pablo24scotland]

Very nice like the idea of the grain flowing all around the whole box

[@MarkRobertCuthbert]

what a workshop - so neat, tidy, clean, organised.

[@richardwhiffen1416]

You do very impressive work. Gifts that will always keep on giving.

[@kirbygehman6185]

Not only a beautiful project, but very well explained, and well shot. Cood camera angles of every example you carefully explained. A great example of exactly what a how-to video should be. Thanks.

[@markgoode4109]

Great job on the boxes. The inlay on the lid and the base really makes the grain on the side walls pop. Lovely gifts. Thanks for sharing your skills and tips. Best wishes

[@Unclebuddy01]

Absolutely beautiful !!!! But then, your work is always so precise that it always completes with great beauty. Those on your Christmas list receiving one of these boxes should be elated.

[@toddedington9684]

Great job Jay. Love the figure of the wood used for this project.

[@dennishicks8962]

Very nice work!! I am making walnut cigar boxes with curly cherry lid inlay and brass splines for my brother in laws as gifts

[@sr7412]

Pure art Jay. Like watching Picasso work. Been an inspiration. Thanks again for another great video

[@yunghanjeong]

Simply beautiful!

[@Meatballs22]

Great work, Jay

[@MapBot11]

Press and seal cling wrap can help with your glue squeeze out staining. Easier and less time consuming than tape. Love your content man, keep it up.

[@Mehdi-ul2rc]

Your wooden box is like perfection and the wood is just beautiful

[@myenjoyablehobbies]

excellent craftsmanship.

[@anthonyhall9453]

Very beautiful work Jay. I'm really enjoying your journey into hand tools and hardwoods. I'm currently working on my first figured wood project. I'm cherishing the process of learning to deal with uncooperative grain. Thank you for sharing the important tips like waxing the hinge screws, and skewing the plane for a paring cut. Thank you again for sharing and keep up the good work.

[@e4clark]

Few quality of life tips that help me.. Finish the inside walls of the box before glue up and save some tape. The finish will help the glue come off very easy. When sizing up the top and bottom boards - over cut the size, flush trim bit on router with some double sided tape to bring down to exact dimensions, use a marking gauge on the rabbit thickness and bring that over to the top and bottom panels and mark for table saw cuts to bring down to needed size. This helps keep the perspectives the same as most small boxes are going to be a tad out of square. Hope that helps.

[@MrWoodfiddler]

Beautiful work Jay and you have some lucky friends/relatives that will receive them this Christmas. Also - your wood selection skills is unparalleled. Congratulations on 300k, Happy Christmas, keep making great stuff. Chuck in Kansas

[@SarahDunlap]

Wow beautiful!! The detail is impeccable!

[@walterrural]

beautiful! the wood is amazing!

[@jamesdefrange]

Wow absolutely beautiful! Well done. Such skill. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@radinsyah1574]

Great tutorial and good job on the boxes. Very inspiring.

[@nickball643]

Beautiful work.

[@stevenkofoed1698]

These boxes are beautiful!

[@petelodge8197]

These are absolutely brilliant! Love it!

[@itsnotlevel2]

Doing small, time consuming, delicate work like this, regularly...is one step closer to being a finer wood worker. Kudos Jay...you do good work my friend.

[@VampireOnline]

Congrats on getting 300k subs! Amazing boxes it's awesome to see your skills improve over the years!

[@sooth15]

These are beautiful. I really love curly maple.

[@tashapalmer4519]

Boxes look great. I don’t have the tools to make them but it’s fun to watch them being made. Thanks.

[@TheShavingWoodWorkshop]

Beautiful craftsmanship Jay, and very well done video.

[@BP-dc6ps]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL job on those boxes. I'm a new woodworker and your videos have been extremely inspiring and helpful. Thank you very much and I look forward to all your content.

[@anway1953]

Great boxes and great video,I appreciate the tips and explanations of why you are doing a certain operation. Like the planing and little twist at the end! Always a joy to watch and I always learn something!

[@KSFWG]

Beautiful boxes and wonderful work... I really like this video! Thanks!

[@madeinmichigan6773]

Beautiful boxes 😊

[@ITDteacher01]

Hi Jay, the technique of cutting the box and lid apart is one I teach to my furniture students, works so well. But students still manage to find a way to stuff up the cut. Very beautiful boxes, well made.

[@iwu2011]

Awesome box! I'll have to add that to my list of builds.

[@AZ-Patriot]

I love that Curly Maple. Makes such beautiful knife scales. And, apparently, beautiful boxes as well... Who knew!?

[@Vic.Sharp79]

Wow! These are amazing! You're so precise is amazing.

[@StavrosGakos]

I did some boxes in the same way :) Thumbs up! They are beautiful!

[@banjowoodsman7675]

Outstanding woodworking high quality video and sound. Thank you

[@joshuaanderson8869]

awesome build love the idea of using the table saw to split the boxes but only going so far in. I've always used my bandsaw but going to try the table saw way you did. thank you for making and posting your videos.

[@robboelectronicaus]

Great looking boxes

[@howardmcewen]

I finally just bought my first table saw. Time to start trying these projects! :)

[@glennlee2649]

Jay thanks for a great video. Nice tip for making the lid.

[@JustinDepew]

Those are top notch! Killer grain wrap too.