Making a Keepsake Box - How to match the Grain on all 4 Corners

[@PaskMakes]

It's only a box but hopefully you find some of the techniques interesting. :) Join My Kumiko Challenge: rlnk.cc/paskmakeskumikochallenge

[@nenaelliott8058]

Only a box? LoL, I can't make a box. It's a beautiful box. Thanks for sharing.

[@VAXHeadroom]

I really like the detail of making the bottom proud of the edges to make the box float off the table.

[@CearaRed]

not sure why the grain had to match on all four corners when you made your reinforcement splines in a lighter wood...but it would make a good gift for your ???

[@nenaelliott8058]

@@CearaRed the grain matching on all 4 edges make the box look like it was made from one continuous piece of wood but you can't see the beginning or end of that piece of wood. The color of the splines is a contrast and had nothing to do with the four corners matching. Hope that helps.

[@tophlaw4274]

beautiful work as always! definitely learned a thing or two (like the fact that I really need to get myself a Japanese saw)

[@maxtester8824]

"It's only a box…" Neil, I beg to differ! This is a piece of perfect art. And it dsiplays the art of your prefection. Admirable!!!!

[@groreistad5234]

I was just going to say the same thing. The box is adorable and I have come to really appreciate the art of Kumiko because of you, Neil. Never belittle your work to us again. We’re fans.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much - glad you liked it! :)

[@PaskMakes]

@@groreistad5234 Thanks Gro! :)

[@andyblower1055]

Amazing peiœ of Work cus!!.

[@grover9187]

I agree. At every stage I was thinking it can't possibly get any better..and it did! I loved I got a chance to see this lovely piece being created.

[@KarlHeinzofWpg]

When I read the title I thought "what's the big deal, everyone knows how to match grain", but I had no idea about this trick to match on all four corners. It's a neat trick and well explained. I'll give it a go!

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you found it useful Karl! :)

[@seanreidy143]

I was really interested to see how the copper insert would look but understand why you didn't. that just leaves you with an idea to implement into the next kumiko project! well done as always Neil

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Sean! I'll definitely use the copper in a future project, I was thinking of forcing a patina on it too! :)

[@jcsrst]

I love how you cut the top off. What a great idea to tape a piece of wood to the saw like that! Very beautiful little box!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! That method for the top really does work very well! :)

[@eggsngritstn]

Using the block taped to your saw is a great tip. Thanks!

[@PaskMakes]

It really does work very well! :)

[@georgecunningham9175]

From the most practical and utilitarian metal working to the finest of finish carpentry and woodworking, your knowledge and abilities seem to be boundless, not to mention the production quality of your videos. Thank you for sharing those talents in such an enjoyable way

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much George - glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@drawlele]

I always enjoy the way old wood, regardless of type, turns into nice fresh super clean looking stuff, surprises people when they find out over 80% of my projects are pallet wood

[@negotiableaffections]

The way they treasure items that, if they'd seen the raw materials previously [in a skip] they'd had pulled a great "Eww, yuck, I'm not touching that!"

[@699hazard]

Looks amazing, my woodwork teacher in highschool used to make jewelry boxes like this but instead of Kumiko he would make a scene of a Swagman under a tree or just a tree using different colour wood it would take him months to finish one box

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

He obviously had a passion for his trade... 😎👍☘️🍺

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Ben! Your teachers boxes sound really cool! :)

[@joachimschnoor2849]

I think everything about your skills and techniques in woodworking is written down below.... - Masterpiece - admiring - beautiful and so on... 😊👍 Thank you for this video. Kind regards from Germany.

[@fernandoizelli7598]

Another great video as usual, Neil. Thank you for the inspiration. The technique of matching the grain on all four sides is the same idea used for the construction of the box of acoustic instruments, like the guitar (although it is a “curved” box). The wood is always bookmatched and both ends show this kind of continuity of lines.

[@JohnColgan.]

Lovely build, not many makers show 4xgrain match. And you've added extra interesting detail to the box makes it very interesting challenge to build.

[@shawngeraghty6347]

In my box making, I've always used my table saw to cut the lid off, but I really liked your method with the thin-kerfed saw. I also really liked how you cut the splines with the same saw. Very simple, but effective and the splines look great. Thanks for the tips! And its a beautiful box.

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you found it helpful Shawn! Thank you! :)

[@steampunk8036]

My Aussie woodworking Sensei, I always enjoy your videos. Wow! Simply resaw a board in order to have corner grain matching! Simply awesome! -Rick, USMC

[@ELCADAROSA]

A beautiful box in its simplicity! Love the grain matching technique!

[@juadonna]

Truly a magical work of art, especially to those of us who can't be trusted with a screwdriver, much less a table saw! Just after you had finished gluing the splines in, I had a flash of what it would be like if they were left sticking out of the corners . . .umm. The splines, I know, would be quite fragile: but I sort of like the contrast of the sturdiness of the square box to the fragility of the splines. So many possibilities!! Thanks for sharing your vision with your subscribers!

[@OzGecko]

As always, lots of neat tricks and techniques that mark the difference between journeyman and craftsman. Lovely end result.

[@tomaz.podvrsnik4937]

This is amazing.... To this day, I'm still blown away with your videos. Every video gives me more and more ideas and motivation to improve in my workshop. Thank you for everything and keep doing the flawless and breathtaking job you are doing.

[@orenaverbuck3845]

getting close to 1 million!!! great work on this project man. Big up.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! :)

[@ericklavins1866]

I love the how you sawed the top off with the Japanese saw. Beats using the bandsaw and cleaning it up, which I did on my last set of boxes to moderate dissatisfaction. Thanks for all your content!

[@mateuszlis7741]

You are the Master of wood crafting. I am watching your films like a kid unpacking a Christmas present. I wish to have a bit of your skills. Well done. Can't wait for next video. All the best.

[@amboss594]

Mach was du kannst, mit dem was du hast, genau wo du bist ezt un sofort! Bravo!

[@55mga1500]

a very simple project but very well executed. I have all those tools and I should be able to go do one just the same, but somehow my setups are never as good as yours. I will try to replicate this (even the kumiko) and will try really, really hard to not mess it up. I have plenty of scrap that is crying out for some kind of small project, so this one is a great option. I always enjoy our videos - and I just received my "scrapwood challenge" tee shirt, which my wife thought was hysterical once I explained what the scrapwood challenge was. I am also taking a blacksmithing course this summer and building a forge! I guess I have decided I want to be you when I grow up...

[@SouthpawDavey]

Nice Like the thin splines. I just did some kumiko and its your fault after you did the panels I went down the rabbit hole... Every one is getting Kumiko for Christmas and birthday this year.. Maybe one coaster at a time..

[@PaskMakes]

Sorry about that - good luck with the coasters! :)

[@SouthpawDavey]

@@PaskMakes Cheers ;-)

[@alasdairmackenzie515]

Really like the thin splines. Thanks for posting.

[@jamesa7506]

Awesome box,sir! You've gotta be the makers mob president, surely.

[@rondyson8323]

I can only describe it as "The work of a Master Craftsman " Well done

[@Vickie-Bligh]

What a beautiful piece of art. I enjoy watching you work, you are a master craftsman. I also love that you show what you do with both power tools and hand tools. You do it right, mate.

[@dr.skipkazarian5556]

You, sir, are the master of the "jig"! 👍👍👍

[@darqenator]

Pretty box and a smart way to make it. Love the "piece-of-wood-stuck-on-a-saw" method. Makes me want to make a adjustable version, kinda like a shooting board. I have no talent though, better stick to whats already working. Thank you for making vids and sharing.

[@jasonrobinson9524]

Neil, I learn something new with each video. Another great project, and thanks for sharing your knowledge and skill.

[@richardgroom988]

Simple and elegant Love the tips and tricks

[@mattstokes9624]

I love doing these types of projects. Those who don't know just see a box. Those who do know are like "WoW".

[@shumsghost]

Another amazing creation and made to look effortless by Neil! Wow! Keep up the great work mate! Truly incredible!

[@randyrodriguez4643]

"Only a box"! It's a work of art!

[@corinkayaker]

Awesome! Looks amazing, that grain matching is pure genius.

[@StephenBoyd21]

That’s a fantastic looking box. Just the right size as well to make it extra interesting.

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 67 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 🖤🖤🖤

[@Greentrees60]

Thank you so much for the paper explainer- it really allowed me to understand what the challenge was and how you would solve it!

[@MCsCreations]

Beautiful, Neil! Really fantastic work! 😃 Well done!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@johnmay3266]

I find something useful in all of your videos. Today was the lid removal trick. What a great idea. I see by your attire that winter is upon you, while it's been in the 90s (32c+) here near Baltimore Maryland, US

[@R.Craig.Collins]

Thanks for all the great tips... some seem so obvious now, but I suppose I was just oblivious. Great end result

[@sapelesteve]

That was fantastic Neil! I always learn a little something from watching one of your videos! Thanks

[@aarrioladiy]

Great video!! excellent, huge hug from my humble Uruguayan channel.

[@samanthadean1083]

Missed the challenge… but you have given me an idea for a new project!!! 😍 Btw, I love your scrapwood sweatshirt!!!

[@theselectiveluddite]

So many great tips hidden away in this video :) Thanks. The Paddle Pop stick width gauge was brilliant.

[@helloyien]

Please do a Kumiko night lamp! I think the light and shadow of the night lamp will look really beautiful! 😍 Such delicate and intriguing box btw! 👍🏻

[@TheDivasoprano]

So so pretty! I’ve begun some very basic woodworking with the hopes of creating beauty as you do. Thanks.

[@graysonbuilds8597]

It is more than woodworking mate, you're an artist to the bone I reckon

[@WaelMuhammadMahmoud]

Beautiful, and a great piece of art, you are my favorite woodworker out there and I learned a lot from you, thank you and keep inspiring us

[@douglasfathers4848]

It's only a simple box , mate if only I had 1/4 of your talent and craftsmanship I would be a very proud man . Cheers mate . :)

[@babak.400]

Can't say anything else than a big Bravo. your a master and do really enjoy watching whatever you make. Hats off

[@edwardhugus2772]

What a beautiful piece. I would be very proud to have a box like that on display in my home. Glad your video (originally your clamp making video) was recommended!

[@drhender6943]

As always, it's a pleasure to watch you work. True craftsmanship!

[@yeagerxp]

Excellent work👍👍👍. Thanks for sharing

[@Rouverius]

That's a lovely little box. And I picked up a few new techniques as well. Thanks!

[@davidziemelis1593]

Gorgeous box mate, you have a lot of patience, with that kumiko panel

[@Yoshikaable]

Wow! so topologically this is like a circle! Love it so much thanks for the fun video

[@Zogg1281]

That's a really beautiful box! I love the continuous grain around all 4 sides 😊👍

[@stephenjohnbetts1058]

Wonderful little trinket box, I’ll definitely have a go at making one for my daughter. Thanks for sharing this great video.

[@VORONM]

Thank you very much, Pask! I learned for myself a new method of working with a Japanese saw :-) The box is great!

[@PaskMakes]

No worries - glad it was helpful! :)

[@Hartichaut]

Amazing job as always ! Cheers from france

[@Grumpy_CBG]

Hmmmm, my box guitars just attained a new level of finish, thanks for this brilliant tip bloke 👍👍

[@smudger3805]

Nice box had me fooled on the splines though you were making them about 1/4 inch wide👏👏👏

[@garagemonkeysan]

Great film, well explained and executed. Great tips included! The box is gorgeous. Mahalo for sharing! : )

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks mate! :)

[@DonDIYProject]

That's very clever of matching the wood grain. Thanks for sharing.

[@brandonjohnson7787]

I miss he's woodworking projects. Thanks

[@SchysCraftCo.]

very beautiful and clean design.

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Nice job on the keepsake box Neil! Thanks for always sharing with us!💖👌👍😎JP

[@Violaetor]

You can see the accuracy and consistency of your work when you cut the lid off, you were SO close to cutting into the splines, yet there was a perfect 1mm space left on all 4 corners.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! :)

[@thebobloblawshow8832]

Beautiful build and some excellent tips match up the grain. 👍👍

[@negotiableaffections]

Beautiful as always, Neil.

[@svenhurdurburdursson8765]

You’re changing into a kumiko addict… 😄

[@lexshizumdot2115]

I love your attention to details. Thank you for this video

[@susanjoynersnodgrass9766]

It's a beautiful box!! Loved this video! Thanks for sharing!! Stay safe and well!!

[@galecox721]

beautiful precision sir, lots of time and care in this piece...thanks for sharing

[@ivan7453]

Hi Neil, very nice build. I love your splines, they look great

[@MuhammadDaudkhanTV100]

So super idea

[@robshamel3210]

Always learn something on your videos, thanks for sharing...

[@Gus0046]

Excelente trabajo amigo. Te felicito.

[@saschma3543]

I have never heard of white mahogany before. Guess i'll never get some of that into my workshop. Interesting to see. Great work Neil 👍

[@PaskMakes]

I have to say I'm not super confident that's what it is but the guy who gave it to me said it was white mahogany! :)

[@viorsa8200]

Excelente proyecto muy bien desarrollado y mejor ejecutado , una caja magnífica , gracias por compartir tanta creatividad , un saludo cordial y por supuesto un gran like desde Narón , Galicia ( España) 🤪🤓

[@AndiNewtonian]

Such a lovely box!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Gorgeous little box!

[@WoodenItBeGrand]

Inspirational as always! Cheers mate. Now I know what my Mum's getting for Christmas! 🎄

[@skoli55]

Awesome. I made a similar box. Your's definitely more handsome. You pay so much attention to every detail and it shows in the end. It took me a week. How long did it take you? My guess is one day. Love your videos.

[@ericmelto7810]

He makes it look so easy.

[@marcenariahobby7pallet]

Parabéns pelo seu trabalho 🥰👊🇧🇷🇧🇷💯

[@BobAbbott]

Great matching technique, I’ll be using that in future projects. Why didn’t you use a bandsaw to remove the top?

[@ELCADAROSA]

He did say that it would remove more material than the Japanese saw he used.

[@Violaetor]

@@ELCADAROSA He said table saw would take too much, bandsaw would be okay, except it would possibly wander or cause tear-out.

[@ELCADAROSA]

@@Violaetor, got it!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Bob. My bandsaw blade is still much wider than the Japanese saw (which is super thin) plus I'd be scared of it not cutting 100% straight at that point in the project. :)

[@frankbusuttil2572]

Really nice Neil. Thanks for sharing.

[@Smallathe]

Very cool and elegantly made, as always! :)

[@jeffjackson2871]

Absolutely amazing detail work. You're a true master of your craft! Do you have a store where fans can buy such pieces as the one you just made?

[@ReasonablySkeptic]

SO COOL! Thanks for the video

[@jakescheirer3022]

Those sound effects in the "action" shots at the end made me snerk, so good going there.

[@msmith2961]

Would be great if you could get Carbatec or Bunnings to sponsor a video! Great work as always Neil!

[@rbclima]

such an elegant design!

[@vladimirmarinescu137]

Gorgeous little box mate!

[@andrewgalbreath2101]

Those splines must've taken forever, but they look amazing! I'd never heard of white mahogany before

[@Srbrx]

que idea tan inteligente!👏👏 Gracias por compartir!

[@Siminfrance]

Stunning, as usual ...