Blanket and Hope Chests

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The latest evolution of Blanket Chests, Arch top with arched trim on the edges and along the base

A hope chest was the very first thing I made and I still have a soft spot for chests of just about any type.

 

 

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Dovetails on an Arch Top Red Oak Chest

 

 

 

 

 

 


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Even Pine makes for a nice chest

 

 

 

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Back side of an open Arch Top, this one in Red Alder. Lid is mounted so that it is self supporting


 

 

 

 

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Another pine chest, this one is lined with Red Cedar


 

 

 

 

 

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Alder Arch Top Chest


 

 

 

 

 

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