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Keepsake Box For A Boy

$250

II was asked to create a keepsake box for a boy who was born in the year of the dragon utilizing an image provided by the buyer. The resulting box measured 16 X 13 X 6 inches and was made primarily of walnut. The marquetry dragon inlaid in the top was composed of Asian ebony, holly, redheart, spalted alder, wenge and other exotic woods. The boy's name was inlaid in the inside of the box lid. The compartmental tray can be removed to access a larger storage compartment below.

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Dennis Chenoweth

Dennis Chenoweth

Dennis Chenoweth

Ventura, CA
Member since: 2013
5.0
52 Maker Reviews

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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.

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  • AK

    Aaron Kruse

    For Four Drawer Jewelry Box
    5.0

    I am very pleased with the project I received. Dennis was very thorough with details and completed this project well ahead of the originally proposed completion date. His communication throughout the construction process was reassuring and informative. The quality of the project is phenomenal. He is definitely very adept at his craft and no imperfections can be see on the jewelry box. The packaging for the project was very well done and it arrived very quickly. 10/10 , I would absolutely purchase from Dennis again.

  • JB

    Janet Barnhart

    For Four drawer jewelry box
    5.0

    I 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.

  • NF

    Nancy Finch

    For Art Nouveau Butterfly Jewelry Box
    5.0

    Great experience working with Dennis. Product is exactly what we were looking for. Updates with pictures to ease our nerves. Because we wanted it for our granddaughters college graduation, May 11th, Dennis got right to work and Voila - It's Here! Thank you Dennis, Thank you! I wouldn't hesitate to have another project done by you, and I will tell everyone that will listen about your website and the experience we had working with you.

  • HS

    Hernan Santiesteban

    For Lotus And Water Lilies Jewelry Box
    4.8

    It was a pleasure working with Dennis. His communications were timely and helpful. He demonstrated a high level of skill. My wife was delighted with the finished product.

  • KC

    Kyle Curley

    For Custom Jewelry Box
    5.0

    Dennis is awesome. Great communication and an absolute professional throughout the whole process. He completed a one of a kind jewelry box for my fiance, and we couldn't have been happier. Highly recommended if you are looking for top quality work.

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