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Examples of boxes made in our workshops
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Where our "standard" range of boxes
(jewellery boxes, writing boxes, artists boxes etc.) are not quite what
you are looking for we offer a bespoke service where we can design and
make a box that is precisely the item that you require. Please email
us with your enquiry and we will try to assist.
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Writing Box in Sycamore
Wooden boxes are the traditional method for containing items of value. We
design and make a wide range of boxes using native and exotic timbers that
are then fitted out to suit our customers. Shown here is an example of a
writing box
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from fiddleback Sycamore with a ripple Jarrah lid. Not only does the box
contain the writing paper and envelopes but it also has trays fitted out
with letter opener, magnifying glass, matching wooden pens and containers
for postage stamps. The brass fittings (as with all of our high quality
boxes) are of the highest quality and will last as long as the box without
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Walnut Writing Box
Illustrated here is another writing box, this time made in American Black
Walnut. This writing box contains paper and envelopes but also has a
lift-out fitted tray which is sized to contain other items that the client
wished to be available when she was writing letters. We also made a
matching box which was designed to carry the lady's jewellery. |
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Tea Caddy
Illustrated here is a modern interpretation of the Tea Caddy. Many people no longer use
loose leaf tea but use tea bags, especially when using herbal teas.
This caddy, made in Cherry with a hand made Black Walnut latch, is
designed to contain eight varieties of tea bag in an attractive wooden
casket that would complement any living room. A special feature of the box
(a feature shared with cigar humidors) is the seal between lid and box to
ensure the contents remain fresh and do not dry out before use. |
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Native Walnut Jewellery Box
Made from probably the most outstanding of native hardwoods, Walnut, this elegant jewellery box
is secured with a simple solid brass catch that perfectly complements the
stunning grain of this beautiful timber. Inside the box is lined with
cotton velvet and is fitted with trays on two levels to contain the
owner's jewellery. Ring bars are fitted in two locations which gently hold
rings by their shanks so that they are restricted from moving around when
the box is carried. |
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Routed
Box
We make a number of boxes from highly figured pieces of
wood left over from major furniture work. It always seems a shame to
consign these scraps to the fire so we have developed a range of simple
boxes which are routed out to provide the interior storage space
and then we pin and glue on end caps of contrasting timber, pivoting the
lid on an integral brass pin. These boxes can contain any item which is
treasured by its owner but would also hold small cigars.
When we have small cut-off sections it is possible to joint these
together to form a small box with sides of contrasting timbers
(illustrated here is a combination of walnut and sycamore. Offcut strips
of wood are laminated together and shaped to form the lids. Subtle shaping
of the sides of these boxes give an oriental feel to the design; hence the
term "Pagoda Box"
Pagoda Box
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Jewellery Box
Showing an oriental influence this box made from Ebony
and Cocobolo is definitely a luxury item. This box was made from these
exotic and highly figured hardwoods to produce a truly unique jewellery
box. Because these woods will take such a high polish the box does not
have any applied finish, it has simply been lovingly polished by hand with
superfine abrasives usually used to produce a polish on spectacle lenses.
Of course there is another use of the box form which has not been shown
yet - the clock. A'anside Studios make a range of clocks utilising
mechanical movements of the highest quality.
From a mantle clock to a free standing grandfather clock we will design
and make a suitable timepiece that will grace your home and provide an
heirloom for future generations.
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