8" Round Box with Recessed Lid — Ash Band, Antiqued Natural Finish

This handcrafted round box with a recessed lid measures 8″ in diameter and 3½″ tall. The band is made from ash, rather than the maple typically used in my boxes, giving it a subtly different tone and grain pattern — each one with its own distinct character.

Note for Needleworkers:
Recessed-lid boxes are designed for mounting embroidery or needlework. The top board may show small spaces where it meets the band; this is normal and will be fully covered once your piece is installed. To attach your work, you’ll need to supply an insert (not included). Many needleworkers use foam core board, which can be found at most craft or art supply shops.

The recessed lid sits ¼″ below the rim, allowing finished needlework to mount neatly within the frame of the box.

A versatile Shaker-style box — ideal for storing jewelry, loose change, keepsakes, or organizing sewing and kitchen supplies.

Construction Details:

• Materials: Sides made from ash; top and bottom boards from quartersawn pine. All lumber is milled at our shop in Embden, Maine.

• Fasteners: Bands and boards are secured with copper tacks made on original 19th-century machines.

• Finish: Antiqued natural only. Each box receives five coats of high-quality tung oil for long-lasting protection and a rich, hand-rubbed patina that deepens with age.

• Aged Appearance: Copper tacks are darkened for a traditional vintage look.