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Started by spunk, August 19, 2022, 01:20:43 PM

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spunk

August 19, 2022, 01:20:43 PM
 I had a boring plastic bluetooth speaker laying around, which screamed for a makeover, to make it a little more attractive... ;D
(but I have to admit that I chose the easiest way, by putting the complete speaker in the box and making the control buttons so that they can operate the speaker inside  ::))




  my creations so far: https://steamtime.weebly.com

von Corax

#1
August 20, 2022, 03:41:55 PM
I like it. Can we get a closeup of the plaque?
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My hands acquire a shaking
The shaking becomes a warning
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spunk

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August 20, 2022, 05:07:08 PM
I don't know if this is a original plaque or a reproduction?
I saw it on the web and thought I want it 8)

it does have a good appearance and patina, that's what attracted me: real or imitation!  ;D

(it's from the screw company, so it's possible they screwed me ::))

 

James Harrison

#3
August 20, 2022, 06:35:24 PM
I like that!  It gives just the right hint of menace about it. 
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Sir Henry

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August 20, 2022, 08:06:59 PM
Very nice!

And the plaque strongly implies that the tube of green goo is an essential part of its function, which is as it should be.

My only quibble would be the wood colour - personally I would have gone for darker (dark mahogany or similar) or a lighter oak. A very minor quibble.
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spunk

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August 20, 2022, 10:30:16 PM
Quote from: Sir Henry on August 20, 2022, 08:06:59 PM
Very nice!

My only quibble would be the wood colour - personally I would have gone for darker (dark mahogany or similar) or a lighter oak. A very minor quibble.

I know, would rather have had an old oak box, they are also easier to color. These are those cheap boxes of an almost white wood type and difficult to color. I had applied a dark oak stain and it is still quite light. but I haven't tried to rub it with dark wax yet  ;D

SeVeNeVeS

#6
August 21, 2022, 08:36:17 AM
Great job and right up my street!

The box looks OK IMHO, I know trying to stain different woods/ wood not of your liking can be a pain.

I love your creations, I dabble myself sometimes and appreciate how much time and effort goes into sourcing materials, let alone build the thing.

Darn fine work Sir! If you would be so kind keep 'em coming.
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