Making a Classic Jewelry Box with a Sunburst Lid

[@charleychristenson4432]

I need to stop watching your videos on my mobile in bed. While they're very restful, they're also very inspirational and i have to resist getting up in the middle of the night to try something I saw. Love your work.

[@AdrianPreda]

Glad you like them! Thanks!

[@colinchesbrough5772]

I'm glad I'm not the only one getting up at 2am and jointing rough lumber. Of course this caused my wife to take the kids and leave me, but I still have these videos to keep me company

[@thedarkglovemusic]

​@@colinchesbrough5772 "jointing rough lumber"

[@TheSmallWorkshop]

Just last week I was talking with a friend that you used to make such great videos and such a shame it was that you stopped uploading and today you post a new project! Keep it up mate, you have amazing skills, both as a woodworker and as a video maker.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks! No😀 I have no intention to stop, just lack of time and no interesting projects to shoot

[@tooljunkie555]

U can make a box every video and I'd still watch .. love the box vids always give me ideas and it's always awesome to see ur vids.

[@Marq91F]

This is one of the most beautiful builds I've seen in a looooonh time

[@cristinabogdan7799]

Those mini planes looked very important in this process ❤

[@AdrianPreda]

Indeed, critical for the build, thanks ❤️

[@bananaboxcmi]

Man I was just thinking about Adrian's videos the other day and rewatched a couple and then boom here he is. Amazing as always

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!😀

[@masroor]

Thank you for taking the time to show how to install hinges to a newbie woodworker. It is surprisingly hard to get everything aligned in 3d space with small tolerances. Of course, the box itself is amazing as well!

[@rollingstone3017]

That sunburst is so cool looking!! And it's not veneered. Beautiful project. I may have to try that lid.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@nikburton9264]

Great looking piece, Adrien. Your shop is looking pretty good, too. Wish you could post more.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks! This fall maybe I will do a new shop tour, it s been 3 years since last one

[@quakerblacksmith1818]

I've been wanting to comment on your videos for a long time and have not been quite sure what to say. I very much appreciate your craftsmanship, attention to detail, and clear enjoyment of the process. You bring this same level of skill to the video production as well and that allows us to share the journey in a pleasant and relaxing way.

[@dusty7264]

Great job 👍 I also glue the whole box together as one piece and then cut the top off it, it’s the best way to do it.

[@andrewpinson1268]

There are so very few quality craftsman making youtube video's now days. I shall enjoy watching this in a week or more from now to glean a little more out of it. Thanks indeed.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@theofarmmanager267]

I’ve been woodworking for over 45 years now and have obviously seen huge changes in woodworking. I started using dogfish skin as sandpaper and no power tools. Now, I’m lucky enough to have a large shop with just about anything and everything I need - in fact, much more than I need as I have several sets of chisels, planes, mallets etc (partly a hangover from when we had several people working in the shop). This is the first video of yours that YT suggested to me and I am very impressed. I do appreciate the precision and (apparent?) calmness with which you work. Getting that mindset is, I think, a key to doing great work. For the last 18 months or so, I’ve been focussed on the 2nd fix woodwork on a large converted barn - we’ve spent way over £20,000 on European oak (solid and veneered) with much of the work (from skirtings to picture rails to door frames to cornice to doors) in the English Arts and Crafts style. There is quite a bit of my furniture in here, made over the years by me in various styles. We like that eclectic look. A couple of comments - comments, not criticisms and not saying this is better I keep my sharpening station ready loaded on a shelf under my workbench. That way, when I get a case of chisels to be used, I pull up the station (in my case I use Waterstones and leather strop) so that, every few minutes, I just turn and hone up the secondary bevel on 8000 grit and then the leather strop. Once in a while, I might need to reset the primary bevel and, for that, I use the Tormek with a diamond wheel to get most of the work and finish off back on the stones. For that primary bevel, I use a Veritas honing jig but I do the secondary bevel freehand. For beginners, I strongly suggest the scary sharp system. It’s low cost (relatively) and you can get great results. On the rare occasion I do work outside of my shop, I take along a piece of plate glass with the films attached to it. Have you tried the box accessories sold by Andrew Crawford (smart hinge, smart lock etc.) I went on a course with Andrew many years ago when he was just starting on the smart hinge. Personally, I like the unobtrusive nature of his hinge and that you can fit on boxes that have walls of 14 mm or thicker - very hard to do that with standard hinges. Just finally, I see that you use Danish oil and a final cox of microcrystalline wax. I have to say that I haven’t used Danish oil for years now - not that there is anything wrong with it but I find the varnish element can be not to my taste. I do finish in several ways from just shellac or shellac and then wax. If it want something more hard wearing, I have used hard wax oil for a long time now. I particularly like the 2 pack items as they cure so quickly - that means I can move them out dope the way without risk and also less chance of airborne dust contaminating the piece. For the barn conversion, we spent a fortune on Rubio. It’s good stuff but very expensive (per square metre, let alone per litre). Anyway, I came across a YT piece from the Wood Whisperer who reviewed various HWO. His overall recommendation was Natura Onecoat. It’s not yet commercially available in the UK but soon will be.

[@morganhurst_redridge]

I've never thought of attaching a panel the way you did for the top, that's such an interesting style and I really like the look of it!

[@davecurda2350]

Gorgeous

[@tomterrif8503]

Beautiful work, and no talking!

[@the_attic_woodworker]

Everything is so elegant

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@time4clocks]

Watching you work is pure joy! Thank You!! 😸👍

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you too!

[@caleschoolcraft4437]

I can’t say enough good about this. You manage to be meticulously detailed and yet make it look so simple and easy (it’s not). Plus you show exactly how to do (almost) every step without saying a word. Beautiful design, satisfying execution. Please keep making videos, it’s such a treat.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you very much!

[@martineiselt2118]

It is always a pleasure to watch you at work

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@michaeleasler5249]

Very beautiful craftsmanship! There is much to be learned here, for those of us with lesser woodworking skills! Of special interest to me was the way that you cut the lid and applied the hinges; it's often a bugaboo for me. Very, very nice project and results.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks for watching and glad you found it useful!

[@kreech68]

Wow... Just, Wow... I could watch this over and over. Beautiful workmanship, without question. And a fantastic video also. My sincere compliments.

[@AdrianPreda]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

[@ToolsandTime]

What a fantastic project, and what craftsmanship!

[@mlr9592]

Yup, same amazing Adrian! The only KZbinr that I click the Like button before I even start the video. Thank you for your inspiring work!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you 😊

[@g.fortin3228]

Wow. Really beautiful work ! I totally get this ( the why's) and love how it was filmed. Inspired to make on now ! Thank you.

[@Reza1984_]

This was very satisfying to watch

[@CalvinJ82]

Flawless design and execution using quality hardware and attention to detail. I'm a fan, well done man!

[@frankcornfield5915]

Simply perfection. Thanks

[@AdrianPreda]

Many thanks!

[@Sebastopolmark]

That's a beautiful piece. The attention to detail really shines! !! !!!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you very much!

[@randyrice7214]

I love these videos. I made one box with Danish oil and found that months later, it still has a weird smell to it

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks! Depends on the brand and how ventilated you keep it after oiling. For ex Rustins danish oil has a rubbery smell, this Bormawachs I use is more petroleum smell

[@lourencosantiago9779]

Amazing! Beautiful box! Congratulations! Im from Brazil.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you! 😊

[@thewoodshop69]

Excellent presentation excellent build

[@danhartman9087]

What a gorgeous piece of work! Excellent!

[@AAArrakis]

Loooove it! ❤❤❤❤❤ technically inspiring and beautiful! Thanks! Please keep posting videos if you can!

[@scottmedori1437]

Really liked how you did the hinges- I have struggled installing them. Gorgeous box

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you! It was my first time using Brusso hinges and contemplated a lot on how to approach them, don t know if is the best way with the super glue but it worked

[@MASI_forging]

Absolutely beautiful design. 👍👍

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@dianneroberto5464]

Impressive. Well done.

[@Zie_carpentry]

Real project

[@Agnus78]

Beautiful and inspiring work! Thank you.

[@moisesregueira]

A wooden jewel. Congratulations! 👏👏👏👏

[@simplyphil.photography164]

really nice box.

[@DanielH]

Nice work. Glad you're back

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@nenadsavic4785]

Excellent work 😮

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@hansjoinery]

Nice hand tools! Beautiful.

[@remyvallieres6428]

Ohhh nice! After watching all of your videos more than once, so happy to watch new stuff!! Amazing as always!! Thanx a lot for sharing your work with us!!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you so much!

[@MCsCreations]

Stunning work, Adrian! Crazy looking box!!! 😃 I was missing your videos! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks, same as well!

[@johnford7847]

A beautiful piece. Thank you for sharing.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you too!

[@danielhanawalt4998]

Beautiful work.

[@distortedodin]

Somehow your videos have started to show up on KZbin suggestions for me. I'm so happy! Your videos are well done and your boxes are wonderful. I'm going to subscribe so I won't miss any.

[@viorsa8200]

Espectacular trabajo maestro, no hay más palabras, 👍🤓😜

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@antonbusse2302]

Sooo beautiful. It was so nice to watch the video. Respect👍

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@mgpalma]

So many good processes here, what a joy to watch!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@jonnybooks9337]

stunning...that's it...just stunning

[@AdrianPreda]

Many thanks!

[@johngalvin1653]

Thank you, Adrian. Love your work, love your videos.

[@AdrianPreda]

Glad you like them! Thanks!

[@JimEichenberg]

Absolutely stunning!

[@jimrosson6702]

Absolutely beautiful amazing work

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@manukunama6928]

Great to enjoy one more of your videos again! Nice!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@castlecodersltd]

Lovely. Great skills, thanks for sharing ☺

[@patw999]

Very fine, indeed. Beautiful

[@AdrianPreda]

Many thanks!

[@richardcary978]

Beautiful design and execution. Well done!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@nunya931]

Absolutely fantastic. I hadn't seen any videos from you in awhile. I was hoping you hadn't gone so "Pro" you didn't have time to make any longer.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks! No, never😀 I will still be filming some stuf.

[@genebruce6321]

Very nice work.

[@fernandoneves2792]

Bravo Adrian.

[@royunderwood7514]

That guy does nice work.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@makermark67]

Absolutely beautful work. Thanks for sharing this one.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nigelevans6873]

Veeeery pretty. Great details

[@berniesr]

Very nice box love the sunburst top.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@victoriamathews812]

Beautiful!

[@basilguts1786]

Excellent work 👍

[@johnmarcou7186]

Love the tools that you used!

[@richardsipos6521]

Very nice job!

[@leighredfern9783]

Beautiful

[@andrewelkins7723]

So nice! I tried this sunburst lid. I think I did a pretty good job. Not as good as yours though. I would like to get a tape measure like the one you have but I don’t know where to purchase one!

[@josephmasso]

Always amazing your vids. Even the sound of the planes is HQ music. Congrats for your great works.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you very much!

[@CrustyRestorations]

Simply stunning 👍

[@bankrollblaze]

I love this, I really wish I knew where to get started but it seems like a lot any recommendations for a person who is new to woodworking altogether?

[@alansimpson596]

Superb craftmanship with basic tools. As a hobby wood worker/turner I aspire to your level but doubt I will reach it.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@Wolfe_Metals_Stacking]

That is an amazing looking box. Good work, my friend!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@TheTranq]

Very nice little piece.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you!

[@JohnColgan.]

Slow, deliberate moves, perfect outcome

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@paranormal18]

Wow this was awesome. Great work, great video. I love this box.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks so much!

[@TheStabbedGaiusJuliusCaesar]

I've been longing for another video. Fantastic to see you're still producing content! ❤

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@Settez123]

Beautiful! ❤

[@joseedinaldo3672]

Massa demais... Saudações do Brasil. Valeu...

[@jlmfoy365]

Beautiful work Adrian, the only thing i would change is slotted screws in those Brusso hinges. Daft I know, just old fashioned I guess. Regards Jim UK.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks! True, they look better, but I don t think Brusso has these kind, these came with the hinges

[@ricos1497]

@@AdrianPreda did you line up the screws? I couldn't see. I don't mind the Phillips style, if they're aligned. A fantastic box regardless and great to see you posting. I've finally got round to starting one of your mini lamps since buying the plans years ago! African blackwood and maple. Will likely take ages to finish!

[@OrtoInScatola]

Magnificent as usual, Adrian! Congratulations on getting married!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks Francesco 😁

[@Rajibahmed]

Long time no see. Finally you are back. I started wood working because of you :) at 2018

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks! Happy to hear that!

[@sisaktamas]

E-le-gan-ță! Foarte frumos.

[@nickyork8901]

Lovely work!

[@AdrianPreda]

Many thanks!

[@GlennBartley]

Great work Adrian!

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@misu7858]

Imi place extrem de mult stilul tau japonez de lucru. Incet, fara graba, timpul nu conteaza, atentia extrema la detalii! Foarte frumos!

[@AdrianPreda]

Mutumesc! N-a fost usor pe canicula asta, in clip nu se simte nervozitatea😀

[@AndreiIR000]

Excelentă lucrare, felicitări!

[@AdrianPreda]

Multumesc!

[@АндрейКовалев-с4ш]

Залипательное видео. Браво!

[@sutthis9386]

Finally, new video

[@JessicaAVoigt]

Great work with the box, the lid is so beautiful!!! I'm new to this woodworking world but I've never seen this zebra-ish type of wood before but it's mesmerizing, and the sunburst effect is just amazing! Love this, it's a great project

[@AdrianPreda]

Thank you very much!

[@scottsmith209]

Love this box! Any chance you would tell me the name of the blade on your router table used to cut the thin kerf miter spline slots?

[@just-dl]

Beautiful! One design suggestion…instead cutting off the semi circular portion of the lid sunburst blank, keep a bit of the curve (“sun”) for the lid. A bright red or yellow wood (or epoxy pour) would add a nice touch. Btw, the raised lid design is 59 shades of awesome. That and the three layer spline sandwich are my favorite bits on this one! 🤗

[@ronk2242]

Adrian, what is the angle for the starburst pieces and I’m guessing that you made the shooting just for this box. Beautiful box.

[@centxiv]

Simple and pretty design... I think I would put dice in it

[@karstensuxdorf3322]

Tolle Arbeit.

[@AdrianPreda]

Thanks!

[@danahern9204]

Amazing, I loved the lid and cant wait to try It out myself. Any idea what angle you have the "wedges" at?