Epic Walnut Shadow Box
Created for a retiring Air Force member to his specifications. He was leaving to run his family's B&B in the mid-west so I can imagine it is now prominently displayed. This box is made from solid walnut and consists of four tiers: the base as a solid box for a name plate, the second as four pillars holding medallions of each command, the third a standalone shadow box for full-size medals, and the top for a floating flag and the rest of the mementos. Every joint is cut with variable-spaced dovetails to add a handmade touch and a front frame is constructed with lap joints for strength and to hold the glass. Both glass panels are 1/4" thick with 1 1/4" hand-ground bevels which reflect the light in the pictures. When completed, the entire box was about 42" wide, 38" tall and weighted in excess of 60 lbs.
Matthew White
Delta Black Custom Woodworking
Fort Walton Beach, FLLong-time member
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Good Morning. My name is Matthew White and I've been a woodworker since 1998. I'm mostly self-taught and I've been adding to my skills ever since.
By day I'm in the Air Force and I found woodworking to be an excellent creative release. It's also given me the opportunity to give back to those who have served.
I've burned murals for conference centers, built shadow boxes for retired Chiefs, and had my work grace offices in Washington D.C. I've had my work presented to Colonels and Airmen completing basic training.
It has been an awesome experience to share and I'm always open to a new project or challenge.
- EH
Eric Herman
For Whiskey Bottle Presentation Box5.0Matthew did an amazing job on my project. He was very timely with his responses. We had a little back and forth to make sure I was happy with how he was planning to make my project. I'm thrilled with the end product. I would work with Matthew again if another project comes up.
- ES
Ellen Stoner
For Flag Cases with Certificate Frames5.0Matthew was absolutely wonderful to work with. He was helpful in designing the frame, timely in communication, and delivers an impeccable product. The flag and certificate frame I ordered was a wedding gift for my husband and he was absolutely blown away by the quality! Thank you so much, it will hang in our home for years to come!
- MB
Marshall Burks
For Marshall's Dungeons & Dragons Dice Box4.7This will be my first and possibly only review as I only got on Custom Made for two items, both of which are completed. I am happy with this box and I never thought it would be possible until now.
I thank the creator as he was professional and orderly, this was completed in a timely manner as it was well within the time limit. They delivery was however strange but not to the owner, I just don’t recommend UPS at times but that’s because I live in the boonies.
I recommend this creator and hope more projects in his way. As for me, thank you and goodbye, you have been a great help.
- JM
J McComb
For Custom Badge Shadowbox5.0Wow, Matt truly has a gift! The finished product was exactly as envisioned and discussed, and the time and attention he devoted to every last detail was evident throughout the project. Aside from his expert craftsmanship, he went above and beyond to ensure he had all the details of the desired outcome and communicated exceptionally well as the project progressed, giving status updates along with photos of the work in progress. Five of five stars across the board - I would definitely work with Matt again! You will be glad you did too!
- AS
Amy Sides
For Retirement Shadow Box For Air Force Eod Technician (All Occupational Badges Available)5.0Friendly, knowledgeable, timely communication, and most importantly beautiful work. the piece arrived exactly as expected, Matt is a true professional. Highly recommend!
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