Theres some running gag about linking each box which are named after cities to a craft beer brewed there, which is a little hipstery. Technqiues and patterns for the modern woodworker, david presents a collection of beautiful boxes that can be easily made with a bandsaw, considered by most woodworkers as the most important. The blank dimensions should be approximately 8 inches square. Step by step tutorial on how to make this fun and easy woodworking project. No woodworking project is more fun to make than a box, says author david picciuto. Making a bandsaw box is a must for anyone who owns a bandsaw, this technique offers the opportunity to make some very interesting boxes. The ultimate bandsaw box book woodworkers guild of america.
Heart shaped two drawer band saw box designer woods. Each project is presented in a modern and crisp stepbystep format that makes learning easy while david. This is my first attempt and it isnt as good as id like it to be, but the wood makes up for any defects. Most designs are from the books of lois keener ventura. The ultimate band saw box book donna lachance menke. The new bandsaw box book pdf 2x4 building beautiful boxes with your band saw what size do i need for cracked templates free plans designs books images. How to construct a bandsaw box woodworkers guild of america. You have to go to the secret url found in the chapters type in the full address shown and fill out the form to get them. Plans and lots of better instructional material are available from.
Buy ultimate band saw box book, the by donna lachance menke isbn. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The drunken woodworker for his irreverent style, presents his spin on this classic project with a collection of stylish boxes to make with your trusty bandsaw. Nov 21, 2014 the ultimate band saw box book is the culmination of donna menkes many years of woodworking experience. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. This is not an e book, exactly, but a scanned copy of my book. My next project will be a band saw box for the support our troops auction in nov.
I dont sand the saw marks off the inside face of the back, since you really cant see this surface. Below is a bandsaw box that i made recently while live on the air on the summers woodworking show. For anyone who needs to learn about their bandsaw or just wants to expand their knowledge this is a great book. Its a 1st for me, so no bets on whether i did any of it correctly or not. You can choose a single species of wood or multiple species. Building a band saw box from the book by lois keener ventura, building beautiful boxes with your bandsaw. May 04, 2000 well, if you are a burning woodworking enthusiast and a new in the bandsaw world then this book is simply for you. The new bandsaw box book pdf 2x4 building beautiful boxes. The drunken woodworker for his irreverent style, presents his spin on this classic project with a. I feel it is well written and provided clear information on the topics without being wordy.
Any of her books are a great resource for patterns and techiques for making bandsaw boxes. No woodworking job is extra enjoyable to make than a box. Watch the video below for the basics of bandsaw box making. In answer to a customers request for a heart shaped box, i have just created this new two drawer standing heart band saw box. Dec 07, 2015 the obligatory project for all with a new bandsaw. Everything you need to know on making bandsaw boxes. These are not posted publicly because they are just for those whove purchased the book. The new bandsaw box book, techniques and patterns for the. From its typical usage for fair curves, straight cuts, scrollwork, ripping and resawing, all the way to mortise and tenon and dovetail joinery, youll be amazed at how much you can get from one simple machine.
Complete with band saw use and work safety, project design considerations, construction, and finishing techniques, this book is the ultimate for making wooden boxes. Woodworkers love to make them and nearly everyone wants to have onewere talking about beautifully sculpted band saw boxesand none are as outstandingly unique as those made by authorwoodworker lois keener ventura. The new bandsaw box book 8 bandsaw box projects you can make and sell at craft shows. Oct 19, 2016 two page digital download pdf of the zebra box that you can print out and use spray adhesive to attach to your bandsaw box blank. Techniques and patterns for the modern woodworker, david presents a collection of beautiful boxes that can be easily made with a bandsaw, considered by most woodworkers as the most important, versatile, and easy to use stationary tool in the workshop. Jul 21, 2008 this article is an excerpt from lois keener venturas new book sculpted band saw boxes. His bandsaw box you tube videos and his weekly woodworking roundup are must see viewing among the woodworking community. David picciuto, aka the drunken woodworker, is a huge fan of making boxes, especially with his trusty bandsaw.
The new bandsaw box book klingspors woodworking shop. Dec 12, 2010 i just bought a new ridgid 14 band saw. The first step, after making a flatperpendicular cut on the top and bottom of the log section, was to draw the outline of the book shape for cutting on the bandsaw. You can use woods that complement each other or contrast starkly. Creating a bandsaw box canadian woodworking magazine. Each project is captured in a modern and fresh stepbystep. Details, photos and plans for this woodworking project.
People really like receiving them, especially with a special surprise hidden in one of the drawers. Sculpted band saw boxes stingray popular woodworking magazine. Of the bandsaw box builders working today, few can claim the sculpted artistry of lois venturas work. I took a great deal of inspiration from my buddy dave piccuitos book the new bandsaw box book for this first trapezoidal design, but my second box went off the rails a. May 29, 2010 free plans for the basic mobile workbench bandsaw boxes are super easy to make and you can let your imagination run wild. The technique is explained in sufficient detail and with good photos. Sand the interior of the bandsaw box using a spindle sander, and then glue on the back.
Making band saw boxes allows woodworkers creativity that just cant be found in other types of woodworking. If you download and use one of my plans, please consider using the contribute button below so i can continue to provide these woodworking templates and videos. Pdf the new bandsaw box book download full pdf book. Menke guides the reader through the basics of selecting and handling wood to cutting, sanding, assembling, and even repairing your box projects. Technqiues and patterns for the modern woodworker, david presents a collection of beautiful boxes that can be easily made with a bandsaw, considered by. For my bandsaw box, i chose a board of curly maple and. Model 42 cowboy boot band saw box with hidden drawer and lift out tray duration.
The ultimate band saw box book by donna lachance menke. When the drawer is dry sand the exterior surface to remove the bandsaw marks. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Requiring little material and offering lots of challenges, making a wooden box results in a satisfyingly functional project that is proudly used and displayed or given as a gift that will be. After publishing 16,000 copies the book was outofprint and all selling rights reverted to me. So far, this book has been a wealth of information. Bandsaw book box brian horais highland woodworking. A modern spin on a classic project requiring little material and offering lots of challenges, the wooden box is on the short list of fun and. Band saw box patterns plans pdf woodworking bandsaw box.
The ultimate band saw box book pdf copy download ebay. Great book with some really inventive bandsaw box designs, which you can download and print out from a web page referenced in the book. Below are some of my customdesigned project plans for you to download in pdf format for free. Eight easytomake boxes using beautiful, but everyday wood a clean stepbystep format that gets to the point handy tool lists and printable. If youve been following me recently, youve seen the trouble ive had making a bandsaw box.
Eight easytomake boxes using beautiful, but everyday wood. Comes with cutout tips and image examples of the final box. The blank should have a minimum thickness of 3 inches and can be up to 5 inches thick. Technqiues and patterns for the modern woodworker, david presents a collection of beautiful boxes that can be easily made with a bandsaw, considered by most woodworkers as the most important, versatile, and easy to use stationary tool in the workshop. As most boxes are not complete without embellishment, menke also instructs on carving and inlay. Learn how truly versatile the bandsaw can be with the newest volume from renowned band saw expert mark duginske. The band saw can be used to produce a variety of lovely wood boxes. This is a really exquisite and one of a kind handcrafted 2 drawer bandsaw box. Everything that is in the book is in this download. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Pub date 1015 picciuto, david satisfyingly functional project that is proudly used and displayed or given as a gift that will be cherished for years. Pub date 1015 picciuto, david satisfyingly functional.
Technqiues and patterns for the modern woodworker, david presents a collection of beautiful boxes that can be easily made. Ive finally finished one, and im really happy with the way it turned out. The bandsaw book box shown was made from a single piece of a walnut log that measured about 7 inches in height and 7 inches in diameter before work began. Each project is captured in a modern and fresh stepbystep style that makes learning easy while davids engaging manner keeps the information accessible and light. The top drawer is divided into two sections for smaller jewelry or trinkets while the bottom drawer is open for larger items.
Pdfs for the bandsaw box made in the video can be found at the bottom of the page. I read about 23 the book by the time my bandsaw arrived. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about bandsaw box. No woodworking project is more fun to make than a box. Buy a discounted paperback of the new bandsaw box book online from australias leading online bookstore. Each project is presented in a modern and crisp stepbystep format that makes learning easy while davids engaging tone keeps the premium information accessible. Booktopia has the new bandsaw box book, techniques and patterns for the modern woodworker by david picciuto. Band saw boxes dont require a shop full of expensive tools, they have unlimited design potential, and they are easy to make. It measures 812 h x 5 w x 312 d the drawers are flocked with brown flocking and each drawer is a single compartment. Are you looking for the free templates that come with the book. Every year i find myself making some bandsaw boxes for christmas gifts. How to make a bandsaw box with two drawers youtube. I scanned each page of the book, 224 fullcolor pages, and put them on my web site for download. How to make a bandsaw box with a drawer and pencil holder.