Wenge Tea Box
classic woodworking

Wed, Oct 16 8:00 A.M. NH Create (11.4)  

Host Tom McLaughlin is joined by Fine Woodworking's Mike Pekovich on this episode of Classic Woodworking. Mike shares his methods for making a beautiful tea box out of the dark and exotic wenge wood. He then contrasts that with a spectacular figured bird's eye maple which creates the interior pieces in the box. Along with sharing his methods for making proud dovetails and a textured surface, Mike reveals a special clasp enclosure that makes this tea box really special.

Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 105

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Wed, Oct 16 8:00 A.M. Wenge Tea Box     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Oct 16 2:00 P.M. Wenge Tea Box     NH Create (11.4)

About Classic Woodworking:

In CLASSIC WOODWORKING, custom furniture-maker Tom McLaughlin turns design inspiration into easy-to-follow projects for woodworkers at every skill level.

He teaches the latest wood crafting techniques, as well as tips and instruction for how to create projects that will stand the test of time.

Projects this season include: a Craftsman-style dining chair in white oak; a Shaker-style hall table in cherry; a hanging bow front cabinet in American ash; a tilt-top round breakfast table in curly maple; a live-edge coffee table made from New England walnut; and much more.


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Wed, Oct 16 2:00 P.M. Wenge Tea Box     NH Create (11.4)


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