Turning a Utility Box 2.0

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Mike Nish expands on the popular project of the Utility Box with a new version - the Utility Box 2.0. Every aspect of the original Utility Box is reimagined and refined, taking this from a beginner project to an intermediate one for a larger and more ornate box. He shows in detail each step of the turning process: turning the box outside and inside, shaping the lid for a perfect fit, turning decorative beads, inlaying a knob turned from a different species of wood, and applying a finish to the piece.

Product Used:

Coin Box Blank 

3-in-1 Screw Center Chuck

1/2" Bowl Gouge

1/2" Skew Chisel

VM120 Chuck

Extra Heavy Box Scraper

Dr. Kirk's Scratch Freee

2" Sanding Disc Holder

Deerfos Abrasive Discs

3/16" Easy Wood Tools Beading Cutter

3/8" Spindle Gouge

Extended Dovetail Jaws

Narrow Parting Tool

Thick CA Glue

Tried & True Varnish Oil


10 comments


  • Michael

    I really like the new design. It’s a great useable piece and a good size for many things. You work is always flawless and absolute perfection.


  • LESLIE WILKERSON

    DID I OBSERVE THAT YOU PUT THE T & T VARNISH FINISH OVER THE PREVIOUSLY APPLIED WAX? I THOUGHT THIS WOULD NOT ADHERE TO THE WAX FINISH.


  • Alan Smith

    G’Day from Australia!! Another sensational video from you Mike!! Love all the helpful tips and suggestions throughout the whole video. Your video tutorials are jam packed with great ideas and even the occasional, “Don’t do what I did!” Haven’t we all!!! LOL!! Cheers from Downunder!!


  • Tom Atwood

    Nicely done.


  • Doug Reynolds

    I really enjoy these project videos as well as tool specific detailed demos.


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