It starts with a dovetailed case for the overall cabinet frame structure. Whenever possible I like to add some variance or subtle flair to dovetails to accentuate the functionality and create something to draw the eye.

Once the case is fit I layout and fit the partitions and shelves and check for square.

Once glued the dovetails are scrubbed flush and the case exterior can be pre-finished.

The door frames are build flush to the case. The door panels are comprised of ship lapped staves to achieve a convex face. The material for the staves is river salvaged Old-Growth redwood, a very special lumber. They will all be dry fit into the glued frame.

The staves are all shaped by hand to have a concave profile. This made for a lot of shavings! They are then arranged in a color gradient to achieve the most harmony. Sinker redwood has a large variation shades ranging to a near purple. The shape and texture begs to be touched and the staves were left unfinished in the end.

The doors were glued up with the edges of the case to ensure a true fit.

First time filling the cabinet with tools, a wonderful feeling!

Finished piece in some soft light. I love the way the unfinished door staves soften the light further, the walnut case is finished with shellac.