You know that special piece of wood you’ve been saving?

Making a very unusual picture frame that not only holds the art but becomes part of it. Brought to us by Squarespace. For 10% off your first purchase, go to: http://squarespace.com/makesomething

Creating art from a locally grown slab of hickory and walnut. This project is deeply personal, using wood milled by a late family friend, and is a perfect example of how art can make us better woodworkers. In this video, I experiment with bending thin strips of wood to create an unusual picture frame that not only holds the art but becomes part of it. I’ll share my process, from rough sketches to Adobe Illustrator and Fusion 360 designs, and tackle challenges like reinforcing curved joints and creating a dome shape on a walnut centerpiece. Throughout the video, I highlight techniques such as using a vacuum bag for clamping, reinforcing joints with epoxy and plywood discs, and finishing touches that make the wood stand out. I aim to inspire you, whether or not you replicate the project, by showcasing how pushing the boundaries of woodworking can lead to unexpected and beautiful results.

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Tools and Supplies Used (Affiliate Links)
Table Saw: https://amzn.to/4cTfEa2
Large Bandsaw: https://amzn.to/3G9LxvN
Miter Saw: https://amzn.to/3QRprDf
Disc Sander: https://amzn.to/3E2lMvv
Little Bandsaw: https://amzn.to/3sNqkVB
Palm Router: https://amzn.to/3u9fM3y
Stepcraft CNC: https://bit.ly/3pX03xU
Rayjet R400 Laser: https://bit.ly/3uHoP9e
Drum Sander: https://amzn.to/45rKNhv
Picture Hangers: https://amzn.to/3VOb0SW
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Thin Rip Jig: https://amzn.to/3L3ZnCr
Planer: https://amzn.to/4aAXloD
Vacuum: https://bit.ly/3wcVFiX
Vacuum Bag: https://bit.ly/3AxuUbK
Epoxy (provided by Total Boat): https://bit.ly/3W0vTJ8
Random Orbit Sander: http://amzn.to/2aXutIU

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