Woodturning - Lidded Boxes

[@CarlJacobson]

I put together a list of some of the tools I use in my shop (affiliate) link for my Amazon Store, if you'd like to support what I do, shop through this link: www.amazon.com/shop/thewoodshoptv

[@thestutteringwoodturner9824]

carl i would love to get some of that paint inlay

[@The_Joker_]

Is there a video of using auto clearcoat paint finish on wood?

[@CarlJacobson]

@@The_Joker_ I haven't seen any using automotive clear.

[@The_Joker_]

@@CarlJacobson I must give it a try and see how it comes out.

[@lindatoftner4492]

I spent the past two days making boxes with lids, wish I had watch this first., would have saved myself lots of time, correcting my mistakes. Going to try it your way, tomorrow. Thanks for the tips & help.

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you very much Linda! I love to see some pictures of the boxes you've made. thewoodshop.tv

[@lindatoftner4492]

Let me try your way a couple of times, I was making it to difficult & much to chuncky, like the way yours looked much better. We enjoy our time in the shop, both my husband & myself. Thanks again for the help.

[@davidwilcox5916]

Very good work! Great video, thanks so much and keep them coming! I am a 25 year, journeyman machinist, and dabble in wood projects between metal jobs. You are inspiring and make it look so much less daunting. I stumbled across your video after making magic wands for my kids. I turned some on my metal lathe and they came out great. Simple wands at first, then got hooked and now am up to 28 of them, some with acrylic inlay. I love wood projects so much more than metal! If you make a mistake, well, that is how it looks now! It's art, not a part! Thanks again!

[@TheDistur]

Watching videos on boxes today. Very nice box!

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you so much!!

[@TheTinyTrailerWorkshop]

Hollywood should be banging on the door any minute now! Well produced! ;>) Thanks for sharing ... Larry

[@CarlJacobson]

+The Tiny Trailer Workshop :) Thank you Larry!

[@ScrapwoodCity]

Beautiful grain patterns on those woods! Another cool project! Thanks for sharing

[@CarlJacobson]

+Scrap wood City Thank you so much!

[@williame.6965]

Always learn something or get inspired by your videos. Your contributions to the craft are awesome and appreciated. Cheers

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate that!

[@LarryDMitchell]

Very nice design. I'm going to make one of these for my wife.

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you Larry!

[@CarlJacobson]

I turned these lidded boxes in separate pieces, with a inlay piece in the lid. This is a great way to use up scrap pieces around the shop. I used Maple and Walnut for this one. If you try this project be sure to let me know! I would love to see some pictures.

[@PaulLockwood]

Nice to see the return of the small boxes. I love your early videos, but this time with all the extras. Well done.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Paul Lockwood Thank you Paul!

[@Irwin-Aviation]

Carl you make it look easy the paint was really cool addition.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Black Widow Woodworks Thank you so much!

[@BlueDragon53]

Beautiful boxes Carl. Very inspiring and I really like the way you take the time to explain everything you are doing and why. You're a very good teacher.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Michael Anway Thank you so much Michael!

[@muziqjazz]

Beautiful Carl. Small boxes are my prefered woodturning projects. Thanks for sharing. Marc

[@CarlJacobson]

+Marc 's Oneway of turning Thank you Marc! I've always enjoyed turning boxes too.

[@shandisross9950]

Thanks for the informative videos and using good music that is not distracting!

[@stephenmcfadyen1385]

Carl, another great box I miss your box making videos, more would be brilliant, I learnt and continue to learn how to make and perfect box making from you. Thanks Heaps !!!

[@CarlJacobson]

+Stephen McFadyen Thank you very much Stephen!

[@robertmartin8218]

Made my first lidded box today got all the tips on your video you make it look so easy love your work

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you very much Robert!! I'd love to see it, thewoodshop.tv

[@luizgoes1832]

Nice job Carl. You are a terrific artist !

[@CarlJacobson]

+Luiz G Thank you so much Luiz!

[@leapinglemurcraftworks6426]

These look great and great video. My new/first lathe arrives Monday, Jet 1221 VS 12 by 21. I need to build a stand for it first. Got my basic set of tools by Scorby off e-bay and some old Witherby skew chisels - 5 different sizes. I'm excited about getting to turn again. Thanks again for you videos, you helped get started again. Scott

[@CarlJacobson]

+The 2 Car Garage Shop Thank you very much Scott. That's awesome! Sorby are great tools I use them too.

[@alansimpson596]

Perfect turning Carl. Boxes are a real joy to turn and make great gifts. Best wishes, Alan.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Alan Simpson Thank you very much Alan. I really enjoy making them. Take care, Carl

[@DanielVilarino]

Hi Carl! Very nice boxes! I like the idea of the plug for the lid, allows you to grab the lid with the jaws and even if they somehow may scuff the wood you hide it with the plug, neat! Cheers! Daniel

[@CarlJacobson]

+Daniel Vilarino Thank you very much Daniel!

[@ITSAWOODTHING]

Looks awesome Carl

[@CarlJacobson]

+ITS A WOOD THING Thank you!

[@brianwolfe6678]

A very interesting and might I say inspirational pproject. Regards Brian

[@CarlJacobson]

+Brian Wolfe Thank you very much Brian! Take care, Carl

[@jpwoodwork]

WOW, they came out amazing Carl

[@CarlJacobson]

+jp woodwork Thank you very much!

[@lass-inangeles7564]

Like magic!! You make it look so easy that we forget how much skill it takes to measure, cut and turn. The dried paint looked amazing. I wish you would show closeups at the end of the finished product, hard to see so far away. You have beautiful hands!!

[@CarlJacobson]

+Lass-in Angeles Thank you very much.....I'll work on that :)

[@GrannySoupLadle]

Beautiful boxes, and the Bach was great to go with the video :)

[@CarlJacobson]

+Granny Soup Ladle Thank you very much!

[@trikermansbike]

Very nice.

[@johnwalters5400]

very nice idea. it turned out beautifuly. Bach is my favourite composer too!

[@CarlJacobson]

+John Walters Thank you very much John!

[@WithTheGrain527]

such a lovely design. I've never made anything with multiple parts, I must have a go. Thanks for sharing (a while ago!) Carl.

[@CarlJacobson]

Thanks Matt, a great way to use up scraps too.

[@stevebrown1132]

Great looking boxes! You taught me how to do lidded boxes and I will have to try these.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Steve Brown Thank you very much Steve!

[@dekopuma]

I'm new to turning and videos like these are really inspiring. If I can get a basic box figured out, something like this is next on the list! The hard part is going to be finding a 4x4 for the center part. I may have to just laminate a few smaller pieces.

[@CarlJacobson]

I'm glad you're enjoying the videos! Laminating is a great way to get larger pieces.

[@_gusowen]

I have already started making this. I am going to give it to my sister for Christmas so she can put her sewing things in. Another great video Carl. 2 of my freinds have already checed you channel out and really like you.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Gus Owen Thank you very much Gus. I'm sure she will the love the box.

[@stacyhall4374]

Love your work, also how you approach your passion for creativity and turn it into a profit.....very smart...keep up the good work....look forward to more !!!

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you very much Stacy!

[@WYOMINGWOODTURNER]

Carl, I like the look of these boxes....very informative video. And really good Idea using the shelf liner to protect the inside of the box/base. Sam

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you Sam!

[@ralphklein9042]

I like your work.

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you very much Ralph!!

[@MikeWaldt]

Beautiful boxes Carl, and masterfully turned as always. Take care Mike

[@CarlJacobson]

+Mike Waldt Thank you very much Mike!

[@glenmckelvey5952]

Beautiful job Carl. Those paint chips give the piece a cool affect. Take care and have a good weekend.

[@CarlJacobson]

+glen mckelvey Thank you very much Glen, have a good weekend.

[@kaichristiansen8110]

Love it! Thanks for posting!

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you Kai

[@jimclack2214]

Just watched your video "again". wish I had your wood supplier. I love boxes.

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you very much Jim! I find most of my own wood...but I live in Oregon, where there's a lot of trees.

[@haralamposkouroumalos1670]

Very nice mate

[@CarlJacobson]

+haralampos kouroumalos Thank you!

[@jamesrsmith5261]

awesome carl

[@CarlJacobson]

+James r Smith (jimmy) Thank you Jimmy!

[@jamesrsmith5261]

+Carl Jacobson your welcome u are the best

[@jamesrsmith5261]

+Carl Jacobson and have a awesome day today thanks for everything

[@santiagoariasvillaverde2600]

muy buen trabajo maestro ,,,,,,,un saludo desde LEON ESPAÑA

[@CrazyScienceGW13]

+Santiago Arias Villaverde Estoy de acuerda, lo que hace es increíble.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Santiago Arias Villaverde Thank you very much Santiage!

[@CarlJacobson]

+CrazyScience Thank you!

[@fcsturningwoodcraft2933]

Hey Carl Your right, I think it was around 05 or earlier when WS left Kelowna. It was awhile after that the the work left Kelowna for the most part. I've heard thru the grapevine that the Mexico thing didn't work out that well and some or all of the part manufacturing is returning to Portland and Ive heard some of it is back in the Okanagan. Myself and one of the guys I used to work with at Crownwest left Kelowna in 06 and relocated to northern alberta to start our own steel fab company and it's going well. I've been watching your videos for about 18 months, since I started turning and I have learned a great deal from them as many others have I'm sure. Thank you Cheers

[@CarlJacobson]

+Frank Schneider I've been out of the loop for a while now. I glad to hear some of the job might be coming back. That great, glad the move is working out for you. Thank you very much, take care. Carl

[@jimrobb6325]

Beautiful boxes Carl. Thank you for sharing. I love to turn boxes as well. Like the loose fit lid. I'm not a fan of the over tight ones. Ones that need a hero move to remove. I personally think it can sometimes spoil an otherwise beautifully crafted box. Ladies in the main I find love boxes but don't want to break their lovely nails trying to open them. I do think however that a good fit is very important. An insert lid can also turn a rather plain box into something special. They can however detract if poorly chosen. A coin stuck in a beautiful burl. Iv'e seen them. I like to put a couple of small grooves in the recess bottom before gluing in the insert. I do this to take up any excess glue preventing squeeze out, which can be unwanted and staining at times.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Jim Robb Thank you very much Jim! I agree if the lid is to tight is just as bad as being to lose. I let them set in the house for a few day, and then adjust if I have too.

[@t-toysufos4929]

I use to work in the Paint Dept. for Chrysler of St. Louis, MO before the plant was torn down. I use to beat the over spray off the car body carries as part of my job. Wish I would have known it was worth lots of money...LOLGreat boxes Carl.

[@CarlJacobson]

+T-Toys & UFO's Thank you Tom! Right?! This stuff is like gold now. Take care, Carl

[@darrenwilson9176]

Sandercock thanks you for a great idea. STASH BOX.

[@CarlJacobson]

+darren wilson Tell Doug, I have them for sale :)

[@peterstewart9376]

pretty box carl! reminds me of steven kennards boxes

[@CarlJacobson]

+Peter Matthew Thank you Peter!

[@baconsoda]

It was great to see you do a box again. How about doing one to show new turners, and remind older turners, how to make and use a jam chuck? Best Wishes, Brendan.

[@CarlJacobson]

+baconsoda Thank you Brendan! I'm going to do some more box videos soon. I'll use a jam chuck next time. Take care, Carl

[@mdaley3102]

Nice boxes Carl. I enjoyed this video and just subscribed to your channel.

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you very much Mike!

[@imapseudonym1403]

I think three of your hollowing tools are worth more that my lathe! Thanks for the video, this cleared up a few things I was wondering about.

[@CarlJacobson]

:) Thank you Lma!!

[@sergioomarojeda9678]

carl hermoso proyecto , siempre me son utiles gracias sergio de arg

[@CarlJacobson]

+sergio omar Ojeda ¡Muchas gracias Sergio!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Very nice projects Carl! I'm about to try something like those myself for the first time on the lathe. Good timing!

[@CarlJacobson]

+Steve Carmichael Thanks Steve! Always looking forward to seeing what you come up with.

[@_gusowen]

Also, how do you make everything seem so easy and simple. Your such a good artist.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Gus Owen Thank you very much Gus.

[@its_hammer_time3694]

great job sir! i like it :)

[@CarlJacobson]

+NBRwoodturning Thank you!

[@missteeturns]

Great video, thanks for the inspiration. I'm in the middle of turning a box right now, so if you don't mind I'll try and incorporate one or two of your ideas 🙂

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you Tee!! That would be really cool, I'd love to see what you come up with.

[@TheLittleGardenShedWorkshop]

Beautiful boxes Carl, Great video as always, Merry Christmas Harry

[@CarlJacobson]

+The Little Garden Shed Workshop Thank you Harry, and Merry Christmas!

[@dominikguem7853]

Beautiful work!I just have subscribed to you.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Dominik Guem Thank you Dominik!

[@danieljardin2600]

trés beau travail comme d'habitude

[@CarlJacobson]

Merci beaucoup!

[@oaksho]

Beautiful boxes and very well demonstrated Carl. I haven't used the paint chips you sent me because I'm terrified to turn it just incase it all goes wrong :-{ I will be looking forward to your paint chip video and will definitely give it a try after watching the master. All the best Tony

[@CarlJacobson]

+oaksho Thank you very much Tony! I'll have the video up Monday. Take care, Carl

[@haraldstein9130]

Master Bach.Brandenburgisches Konzert.great.

[@ROK74PL]

Nice

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you!

[@kenjinca]

Plz do more video like this but what type of tools do I use??

[@CarlJacobson]

I use Easy Wood tools, here's a link. www.easywoodtools.com/

[@ytthieme]

nice video,subscribed:)

[@CarlJacobson]

+Mark Thieme Thank you Mark, and thanks for subscribing.

[@andrejhoffer8827]

Veery nice inspiration! Great work. what is the rpm for the hollowing ? and also general question for the speed (rpm) vs diameter with the carbid and hss steel gauge. thx

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you very much!! I normally turn between 2000 and 2,500 rpm It's the same for carbide or the gouges.

[@rjleggett6038]

nice box, do you turn pepper mills? maybe out off the spectraply colored plywood

[@CarlJacobson]

+Rj Leggett Thank you Rj, yes I have a couple pepper mill videos up. Here's a link to one, kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHbWapaBqM1njqs

[@MARKBaid]

Beautiful work Carl. I'm heading out to harvest more walnut and maple. This time there is manzanita and cherry too. I've never worked with manzanita is it worthwhile to get. Take care my friend and do a kindness Mark

[@CarlJacobson]

+MARK Baid Thank you Mark! That's awesome! I've worked with a little bit of Manzanita, and it's beautiful wood. Take care, Carl

[@gulfmedic1]

beautiful work what oil are you using when you sand

[@CarlJacobson]

+gulfmedic1 Thank you! I use Howard beeswax and orange oil.

[@williamcash6142]

I enjoy viewing your videos. What truck plant did you work in?

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you William! I worked at the frightliner plant in Portland OR.

[@katgore99]

Carl, could you do the same on a much larger scale to hold knitting needles?

[@CarlJacobson]

+Kat Gore Yes that's a good project idea.

[@MR-wb7gs]

у меня нет слов от этих произведений

[@CarlJacobson]

+Никита Струин Thank you!

[@willmonkey9]

Carl what chuck do you have? Or what one would you recommend

[@CarlJacobson]

+will fleming Hi Will, I have the Easy Wood Chuck!

[@gill2837]

love it and love the music! Is that oily sand paper or what is it? x

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you, I sand with Walnut oil.

[@TheShavingWoodWorkshop]

Beautiful Carl - Would CA glue effect the paint for a finish ?

[@280AI]

Carl where can I find some of your turned box,s for sale. Please send a link. Thanks PS I really enjoy your videos. Who knew you were a truck salesman in a former life.

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you! I only have one up for sale right now www.etsy.com/shop/Thewoodshoptv

[@billbinnicker5400]

does anything ever get sucked in vacuum?

[@CarlJacobson]

+Bill Binnicker Yes I've lost a few lids, and some sand paper :)

[@arkansasboy45]

A couple of questions. Are you mixing boiled linseed oil and wax? If so, what are the ratios? Also, are you dipping the sandpaper into a mix and doing 2 operations at the same time?

[@CarlJacobson]

I sand with Howard bees wax and orange oil (it's pre-mixed) or Doctor's Walnut oil. It cuts down on the sanding dust, and puts the finish on at the same time.

[@cindyrichardson6084]

I've watched a couple of your box videos. What finish are you sanding with?

[@CarlJacobson]

This was Howard amzn.to/2wI1NBl but I now use Doctor's Woodshop Walnut oil.

[@clarencemarsh7801]

Whats the brand of the parting tool you used in this video?

[@CarlJacobson]

It's a Easy Wood parting tool. www.easywoodtools.com/easy-parting-tool-products-page/

[@TheRussianWoodworker]

Great video! I really need to try making a bowl on the lathe. I was wondering how often do you need to resharpen your carbide tools? Thanks for a great informational video.

[@CarlJacobson]

+The Russian Woodworker Thank you! I replace them about very month.

[@brynocerouss]

Carl, I just got a lathe this past weekend and skat love it more than any of my other tools! I have a few pieces of purple heart (1x1x18) any ideas of what I could turn?

[@brynocerouss]

Also, I really enjoy your channel

[@CarlJacobson]

+Bryan Schultz Thank you very much Bryan! That's awesome! Those would be perfect for pens, or maybe some wands.

[@hcamardelle]

What did you use to sand and finish this? Thanks!

[@CarlJacobson]

I use Howard beeswax astore.amazon.com/thewood0c-20/detail/B00DKWRNZ0

[@Realinformer]

Does the linseed oil and wax not dry out your skin?

[@CarlJacobson]

I sand with Howard bees wax not linseed oil. www.amazon.com/dp/B001BKQYGW/?tag=aiponsite-20&linkCode=ic5&ascsubtag=amzn1.idea.19UHANL5L5N2J&creativeASIN=B001BKQYGW&cv_ct_id=amzn1.idea.19UHANL5L5N2J&cv_ct_pg=storefront&cv_ct_wn=aip-storefront&ref=exp_cov_thewoodshoptv_dp_vv_d

[@kenjinca]

How do I get the turning thingy

[@CarlJacobson]

I turn with a Robust lathe, here's a link. www.turnrobust.com/

[@knivesstuff]

great job, they look amazing! I want to try but this is impossible without a chuck right??

[@knivesstuff]

Robert Goforth Thank you!

[@CarlJacobson]

+knives&stuff Thank you Maarten! I'll do a box video after Christmas with out a chuck.

[@ralphwesser8795]

Were you using the full size or mid size Easy Wood tools?

[@CarlJacobson]

The mid size EWT

[@hotrodhog2170]

I don't see a link to your ebay store, did you get rid of it? Those boxes came out really nice Carl!

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you!! Here's a link :) www.indiegogo.com/projects/tw-js3-jig-easy-set-up-for-compound-angle-cuts#/

[@hotrodhog2170]

@@CarlJacobson Hey Carl, that link isn't to ebay but some dude named Matt.

[@hubiehubco2400]

carl, once again nice piece, well done my friend. i'd still like to know if you can finish with any thing over the mineral oil and wax mix or is wax my only option?

[@CarlJacobson]

+hubie hubco Thank you very much Hubie! You can use a friction polish over it. Take care, Carl

[@fcsturningwoodcraft2933]

As usual an awesome demo. Just curious, which truck manufacturer did you work for? I used to work for a company in British Columbia which made Western Star truck parts and we also made frame rails for KW. Thanks again for the ideas

[@CarlJacobson]

+Frank Schneider Thank you Frank! I worked for Freightliner for 20 years. They moved the WS manufacturing down to Portland I think in 2005 Take care, Carl

[@mbiraside]

Gee Carl, i just started watching your video's a few days ago. I'm new to turning. just a couple of days ago i watched you get your new Delta and now you've got a Robust. Your movin up. Same great work and i'm leaning alot, thanks. BTW , what did you do with the Delta. Also i like the way you held the box on the smaller jaws with the non skid cloth. Can you tell me the name of those jaws, thanks.

[@CarlJacobson]

+mbiraside lol Time fly's when you're having fun ;) I sold the Delta a while ago to help pay for the Robust. The jaws are called "Needle nose" or "long nose" Take care, Carl

[@billdixon1481]

great Video Carl you have helped me with my turning. I have one question, what are you using with your finish sanding? I notice you dip the sandpaper into some kind of liquid. Just wondering what you use.

[@CarlJacobson]

+Bill Dixon Thank you very much Bill! I'm using Howard bees wax and orange oil.

[@allen2905]

enjoy your instructions and woodturning but is there any way of turning the music off in the background? love listening to the chisel /gouge eating its way into the wood but I'm probably the only listener asking. Ps. are you hearing the same music as you turn the piece?

[@CarlJacobson]

Thank you! I listen to Pandora and the music has a copyright and I can't play it on the video :(

[@bsirherc]

How do you determine pricing for turning. I've just started and was curious. I can't seem to find any really definitive answer on it. I know wood and so on counts.. but is there pricing per inch?

[@CarlJacobson]

Hi Ray, I add up all the materials I used and my time. Boxes like this I sell for around $75

[@bsirherc]

@@CarlJacobson ty for the video and the reply. Very informative!! Beautiful box!

[@yeoldepirate783]

what do you get $ for your boxes?

[@mikel4510]

You would what?