Bandsaw Boxes
If you are looking for a truly unique, one-of-a-kind gift, consider a bandsaw box. These boxes are made out of wood using only a bandsaw for cutting them out. The wood may be a solid block, a laminated block or a log from the woodpile. Whereas most boxes have straight sides and square corners, band saw boxes have virtually no restrictions as to shape. They can be oval, heart-shaped, or any shape the maker can think of. While the client provides a general idea of what is desired in the box, it is up to the woodworker as to the final shape of the box. For example, the client may indicate that they want a box with two hearts and two drawers using laminated wood. We try to meet the client's needs by asking questions, providing sketches, and trying to get a general idea of what the client wants as an end result.
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Mountain Woodworker was formally created by Phil Rasmussen in 2009 after retirement from both the military and the NC Community College System.
Phil's first exposure to woodworking was at his grandfather's knees when he was around seven years old. His Grandfather was a noted craftsman in the Boston area and did much of the repair work to furniture and other items at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
As he grew, Phil kept an interest in woodworking helping his father with home projects. In 1959,he turned his first cup and bowl while attending school in Turkey.
Continuing with his education while in the service, Phil developed his artistic skills through art and photography courses. While attending Rochester Institute of Technology, he sold his first piece of woodwork (a dinning room table) at a student art exhibit.
Since graduating from college he has taught courses at the community college and university level for students and faculty alike until he retired in 2009, at which time he formed Mountain Woodworker. While creating masterful pieces of woodworking, he continues to lecture and demonstrate various aspects of woodworking.
SPSusan Phillips
For Ship's Clock Stand5.0THIS MAKER WAS FANTASTIC. WOULD DEFINITELY WORK WITH HIM AGAIN. LOVELY CUSTOM CLOCK STAND AND PERFECT IN EVERY WAY. KUDOS!!! FROM RESPONSE TIME TO PRODUCT SHIPPING EXCELLENT!!
- KW
Kathleen Weis
For Ship's Clock Stand5.0Phil was great to work with long distance because of his communication. He asked for my preferences in the tint color and design. Would definitely go to Phil for future projects.
- FT
Frank Tentler
For Cedar Keepsake Box5.0Top notch work! I needed a keep sake box for a doll from the 1890s that was my Great Grandmother's. Phil did an awesome researching what wood would work, finish, etc., explaining why it was necessary to use very low acid type of wood and finish. Exceedingly knowledgeable about his craft, a true artisan and professional. Highly recommended!!
- SZ
Stuart Zysman
For Special Jewelry Box5.0Great communication and consideration of the details of my requests. The cherry keepsake box came out beautiful and very high quality work.
- CC
Christina Carson
For Wooden block ink stamps with carved picture Project4.8The final product was beautifully made. There are some changes I'd make that neither of us knew about at the time (need a softer wood), but it was a real pleasure working with Phil Rasmussen and he worked hard to meet a deadline, which I much appreciated.
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