Jack -
I'm VERY interested in the military shadowbox. I have three sons in the
Army, and all have been overseas - one was awarded a Bronze Star for his
actions in combat. The others all have received various medals and awards.
I thought doing a flag case would be kind of strange since they're all
alive, but I've been looking for a something to make for them to display
their awards, and what you've done here is BEAUTIFUL!!

I was wondering if you would be able to share some tips for doing something
similiar to what you've done here. I've made flag cased for my Uncle and my
Dad's flags that came out pretty good, so I have some ability. I'm sort of
in between "novice" and "intermediate" woodworker, so excuse my questions if
they sound stupid -

Did you use a plan for this, or did you design it yourself?

Is there a glass face over the front of the shadow box? How is the felt on
the back of it constructed? Did you use some kind of padding attached to
the back of the box?

Thanks for any help or tips you'd be willing to share. This is beautiful
work!!

Nick B

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Last time I posted a military shadowbox,I got some grief from an A$$ who
ranted about how the military today was so wrapped up in glitter and
bangles... screw him. This is the recognize the contribution to our
security and our way of life that is provided by a Sailor who volunteered
28 years of his life for us.
He is a good friend of mine and I made this box for his retirement.

The second attachment is a room screen that I made for my Daughter.

I live in an apartment and my shop is my kitchen table... Actually, one of
the military bases in the DC area has a superb shop (Bolling AFB) and I do
most of my work there (I'm a retired Sailor).

Shadowbox is Cherry with a wipe on Arm-R-Seal. Blue felt for the
background. Miter corners, M/T on the center shelf. Got a little touchup
to do, clean glass and take out some lint...
Screen is Walnut with maple ply panels, same finish.

Jack