This box was designed to hold the components of a new electronic musical instrument. It was constructed to precise specifications in order to secure the instrument panel properly. The hinges that were utilized permit detachment of the lid when that is required. The box itself was made of walnut. Walnut burl was used for the lid. Box dimensions were approximately 9 X 8 X 8 inches.
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This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
I am a retired physician who makes jewelry, keepsake, memorial, and decorative boxes that are typically commissioned by people who wish to give them as gifts. I have been doing this for several years, but have focused on working with exotic hardwoods and more intricate designs since I retired about three years ago. While there are a lot of woodworkers who enjoy making small boxes, I believe that I have been able to differentiate myself from them because I have developed my marquetry skills and now do almost all my decorative and inlay work with a double bevel technique that I learned from the artisan David Marks.
I work alone and handcraft every item to meet the unique specifications of my customers. Typically, they provide me with a reference image and a design request. I then execute the project in about 2 to 3 weeks, spending about an equal amount of time on the construction and finishing of the work. A typical example of this is provided in my project entitled “Keepsake Box for Sailboat Captain.” In addition, I make some of my own designs that I sell. The butterfly marquetry jewelry box project is a good example of this.
My goal is to have the joy of engaging in my hobby while recovering the cost of my materials while have a bit extra to add a few new tools. But, most importantly, I want to be able to provide a unique prized decorative box that fills a special need.
Loree Magnan
For Handcrafted Four Drawer Jewelry BoxSo happy with this spalted maple and walnut jewelry box! The woods used are unique and work beautifully together. The craftsmanship is outstanding and it is everything I had hoped for and then some. Thanks Dennis, this piece will be treasured for many years!
Gail Nottenburg
For Four Drawer Jewelry BoxThe jewelry box is absolutely lovely and precisely what I needed. Dennis answered all my questions, adapted the box to my specifications, and finished ahead of schedule. This was my first experience on Custom Made, but not my first time having custom work done, and I'm quite happy.
Janet Barnhart
For Four drawer jewelry boxI am extremely happy with every aspect of my project with Dennis Chenoweth. The jewelry box he made for me is beautifully designed, superbly crafted, and supremely elegant -- perfect in form, function, and quality. Dennis is a pleasure to work with. He consulted with me and sent photos of the work-in-progress throughout the project. I highly recommend working with him, and would go back to him for future projects.
Nicholas Gregorio
For End Pieces For Solaris SynthesizerAwesome and professional. Will certainly have future dealings.
Matthew Johnson
For Solaris Wooden EndsWas a pleasure doing business with Dennis and I am extremely happy with the high quality of his workmanship.
Would I use him again? Yes, definitely. In fact I have another project for wooden side ends for a different keyboard, this time a Nord 5D.
Dennis, should I shop you the existing wooden side ends so you can make some high quality copies in the ornate walnut you used on my last order?
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