DIY Glass Top Jewelry Display Case

Print this articleYou can make a glass top display case for jewelry by assembling a box from wood. To make the top, use the glass from a picture frame. Making the box you first need to determine the size of your case such as 12 inches by 14 inches. You can do this by first making all of the pieces for the box. Once done you can then begin assembly of your jewelry display case.

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Remove the glass from the 12-inch by 14-inch picture frame. Set glass aside.

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Measure the 4-foot 1-inch by 4-inch board to 10 inches with the tape measure. Cut two pieces matching this length with the miter saw. Measure and cut two pieces measuring 14 inches.

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Set the angle of the miter saw to 45 degrees. Cut a 45 degree angle on the left side and right side of the cut pieces of wood.

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Apply a bead of wood glue to the edges of the cut pieces of wood. Assemble the wood into the shape of a box that is 12 inches deep and 14 inches wide. Secure the wood with clamps. Drive two finish nails in each corner with the nail gun. This is the frame for the jewelry case.

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Measure a piece of scrap plywood to 12 inches by 14 inches. Cut the plywood to this size by using the circular saw.

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Apply a bead of wood glue to the top of the wood frame. Set the cut piece of plywood on top. Drive the finish nails into the perimeter of the frame to secure the plywood.

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Set the wood box with the open side up. Set the glass from the picture frame on top. Secure two hinges to the glass by using the epoxy. Allow 4 hours for the epoxy to dry.

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Secure the hinges to the wood frame with screws using the power drill.

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How to Make a T Bar Jewelry Display

Print this articleCreating jewelry, whether for your own personal collection and gifts or to sell at craft fairs, provides a relaxing outlet for your creative energy, but it also leaves you with a good amount of bracelets and necklaces that need a home. Keep all those colorful accessories organized on a homemade t-stand. Set the t-stand on top of your dresser to store your own personal jewelry collection, or use it at craft fairs so customers can easily see the goods you have available.

Related Searches:Difficulty:EasyInstructions Things You'll Need10-inch long, 1 1/4-inch diameter wooden dowelRulerPencilDrill1-inch wood-boring drill bit6-inch diameter, 1/2-inch thick wood plaqueWood glue1-inch diameter, 9-inch long wooden dowelRagAcrylic paintPaintbrushSuggest Edits1

Find the center of the 1 1/4-inch diameter wooden dowel's length using a ruler. Make a small dot at the center with a pencil. Drill a 1/2-inch deep, 1-inch diameter hole at that center point using a wood-boring bit.

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Find the center of the 6-inch diameter, 1/2-inch thick wood plaque, and make a small dot with your pencil there. Drill a 1/4-inch deep, 1-inch diameter hole at the mark.

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Put a generous amount of wood glue in each hole. Insert each end of the 1-inch diameter wooden dowel in one of the holes. Use a rag to wipe away any excess glue that squeezes out from the holes. Let the wood glue dry for an hour.

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Sand the t-stand to remove any rough edges and create an ideal surface for paint to adhere to. Paint the stand with a thin layer of acrylic paint. Let the paint dry for an hour. Paint a second thin coat of paint on the stand for complete coverage. Let the second coat dry for two hours.

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"The way to display homemade jewelry depends on the type of jewelry you are displaying, the color of the item and the space you have for showing." class

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