Was bored and inspired so...

Discussion in 'Special Projects' started by Adonis, Jun 1, 2014.

  1. Adonis

    Adonis Well-Known Member

    Boredom and cash are dangerous for me LOL Seeing all these projects forum members have done inspired me to do a mini-project, if you will. Bear in mind I'm kind of good with craft type stuff, I'm by no means a skilled wood worker, stainer, etc. So I went driving and ended up stopping at Michaels and Home Depot. $20 later I ended up with the materials to make a small display box for my meager razor collection. It's simple, but for a first attempt, I'm not too disappointed with it.

    Here's the box after sanding and reassembly...
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    Here it is after the staining...
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    and here is the completed internal view...
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    Later I will explore embellishing the outside a bit more, plus I want to add additional side hinges to hold the lid open and upright. Well thats it... now off to watch some old black & white serials lol
     
  2. figment714

    figment714 Well-Known Member

    That's a heck of a nice case for $20 and a little bit of elbow grease! Please share more photos once you've completed the embellishments.
     
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  3. GDCarrington

    GDCarrington Burma Shave

    @Adonis

    Well done sir. Looks Great!
     
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  4. Adonis

    Adonis Well-Known Member

    Thanks guys! It kind of made me a little sad tho too because it reminded me of when my kid was little. Almost every Sunday we'd go to the craft store and just buy random stuff and create something :) I miss those times... but I know it made her into the smart, creative person she is today! :rah:
     
  5. Bristle Me

    Bristle Me Insufficient

    Home crafted is always best!

    Very nice!
     
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  6. Mr. Shaverman

    Mr. Shaverman Well-Known Member

    Very cool!
     
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  7. swarden43

    swarden43 "It's your shave. Enjoy it your way."©

    Most excellent!! :happy088::happy088:
     
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  8. Tattoobob

    Tattoobob Well-Known Member

    Sweet looking box, nice razors!
     
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  9. RaZorBurn123

    RaZorBurn123 waiting hardily...............

    You really are a good craftsman! I'm very impressed. I'd score it a 10! :happy096:
     
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  10. boxerman

    boxerman Active Member

    Very nice box for your razors.
     
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  11. Slow Joe

    Slow Joe Relishing his obsession

    Really nice box, you are quite the craftsman sir.
     
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  12. Jayaruh

    Jayaruh The Cackalacky House Pet

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  13. macaronus

    macaronus Sir Nice-a-Lot

    No need to be so modest, my friend! The box looks great to me, as does the razor collection!
     
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  14. Sara-s

    Sara-s This Pun for Hire

    That is quite nicely done. Enjoy!
     
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  15. Adonis

    Adonis Well-Known Member

    Thanks again for the kind words guys! :)
     
  16. J_Man

    J_Man right on the Mass border

    I remember the time that boredom and cash got the better of me....It lead to a wife and a home. I really miss that cash, but as they say; a fool and his money are soon parted.

    Some days I really wish that I could go back and spend the money on shaving gear instead :)
     
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  17. gemmicro

    gemmicro Active Member

    Nice job, the stain makes it look great (sorta old looking)! I made one of these a while ago out of an old wooden cigar box. They are a fun diy project and very useful. If you want to make dividers in the, lowes or homedepot has small piece of wood that work great. I think I used poplar. Did that come with the mirror?
     
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  18. Kilgore Trout

    Kilgore Trout The Smart Bunny

    Here is a shot of my razor case. Unfortunately, you cannot look inside.

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  19. Bristle Me

    Bristle Me Insufficient

    Ummm...

    Does it always glow and smoke like that?
     
  20. Kilgore Trout

    Kilgore Trout The Smart Bunny

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