About the video: Making the Lid 1
Overview
“Next, I will demonstrate how to cut and shape the lid. The first step is planing the taper. Then, you will learn how to scribe the lid with a shooting board so that it fits perfectly with the box. ”
In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Making the Lid 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in Woodworking: Techniques, Styles, and Innovations. Master woodworking hand tools to create durable, timeless furniture with traditional techniques and expert guidance.
Partial transcription of the video
“ Making the Lid In this lesson, we'll cut and shape the lid. The first operation is planing the taper. I'll decide which will be the front and the back of the lid. Then, I'll draw a face mark pointing to the back, so when it sits in the box, it will sit something like this. The lid tapers front to back or back to front down to about 6 mm on this front edge. I'll set my marking gauge... to that distance. I'll highlight the line, so I can see it properly. Then it will taper back to about here, which is about 16 mm, the same thickness as the lid. Now I'll mark the 16 mm line in from the back....”
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Course summary for: Specialization in Woodworking: Techniques, Styles, and Innovations
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3D Design, 3D Modeling, Arts & Crafts, DIY, Furniture Design & Making, Interactive Design, Woodworking

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