Surprise Proposal Ring Box With
Need a unique ring box for a surprise proposal? This box contains a jigsaw puzzle that says, "Will you marry me?" when it is assembled. A secret ring compartment in the bottom of the box may be opened with a hidden pivot hinge lid. Save this unique box as a life-long reminder of this special event. The box is shown with an inlaid gold leaf heart ($75). It can also be ordered with an inlaid name ($85) or with no inlay on the surface ($65). The box shown is made of macassar ebony. Other woods may be substituted. Custom orders are certainly considered, but may take longer than one week to deliver.
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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.
TVTyler Van Deusen
For Custom Inlay Keepsake Box5.0Very happy with the project that Dennis worked on for me. He was very helpful throughout the entire process asking questions to make sure I got exactly what I was looking for and updating me along the way of the project. Would definitely use him again if I ever need something else like this project in the future.
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Ava Terrell
For Handcrafted Four Drawer Jewelry Box4.8Dennis' craftsmanship is beyond words. I specified how I wanted my husband's wooden jewelry box to be done and he executed it perfectly. I will definitely be getting more projects done by him in the future.
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Nathan Hunter
For Custom Marquetry5.0Dennis was extremely helpful and easy to work with. The final results were beautiful. Thank you Dennis!
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Sheri Rhodes
For Jewelry Box With Photo Inlay5.0My experience with Dennis was 5 stars all the way. The workmanship on my project came out beautiful. Dennis was very accommodating even though I gave him a difficult project to work on. He was always in communication with me every step of the way. Project was done in a timely manner and I recommend Dennis to anyone who wants a unique and beautiful piece of art work.
Sheri - Georgia - CM
Christine Mollo
For Custom Wedding Box5.0Dennis was extremely professional from the initial contact through delivery. He kept us informed throughout the process, was great at communicating, and was very straight forward and clear.
His talent and artistry are exceptional. We wanted a custom wedding box, gave him a concept and a few things that would be meaningful to us and he far exceeded our expectations. He explored new techniques to come up with some unique elements. Among these special features: a Grand Canyon design, had the closing vows for our wedding etched in the box lid, engraved our names, creatively incorporated Morse Code in the box frame and other areas, and embedded turquoise. We would enthusiastically recommend Dennis!
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