Wine Box Plans

This step by step diy woodworking project is about wine box plans. This simple project makes for an ideal gift for the loved ones. You can easily adjust the size, shape and the design of the project to suit your needs. The wooden wine box has a rustic design. Make sure you take a look over the rest of plans to see alternatives and more projects for your garden.

Work with attention and don’t forget that a good planning will save you from many issues and it will keep the costs withing the total budget. Invest in high quality materials, such as pine, redwood or cedar. Drill pocket holes before inserting the galvanized screws, to prevent the wood from splitting. Add waterproof glue to the joints, in order to enhance the rigidity of the structure. See all my Premium Plans HERE.

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Building a wine box

Cut & Shopping Lists

• A – 2 pieces of 3/8″ wood – 2 1/2″x4 1/4″ long, 2 pieces – 2 1/2″x13 1/2″ long BOX
• B – 1 piece of 3/8″ wood – 4 1/4″x13 1/2″ long BOTTOM
• C – 2 pieces of 3/8″ wood – 1 1/4″x4 1/4″ long, 2 pieces – 1 1/4″x13 1/2″ long LID
• D – 1 piece of 3/8″ wood – 4 1/4″x13 1/2″ long TOP

Tools

 Hammer, Tape measure, Framing square, Level

 Miter saw, Drill machinery, Screwdriver, Sander

 Post hole digger, Concrete mixer

 Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses

Time

 One day

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Building a wine box

Building the frame of the wine box

The first step of the woodworking project is to build the frame for the wine box. You can use 3/8″ wood, plywood or even 1x3s. Cut both sides of the slats at 45 degrees to make miter joints. Add glue, align the edges and use brad nails to lock the components together.

Attaching the bottom

Cut the bottom and attach it to the box frame. Align the edges, making sure they are flush. Add glue to the joints and insert the brad nails.

Building the lid frame

Build the top lid from 3/8″ wood. Adjust the with to 1 1/4″. Cut both sides of the components at 45 degrees. Make sure the corners are square and align the edges with attention. Add glue to the joints and insert brad nails.

Fitting the top

Attach the top of the frame. Align the edges, making sure they are flush. Use brad nails and glue to lock the top to the frame of the lid.

Fitting the hinges

Use small hinges to secure the lid to the wine box.

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Add a latch to the front of the wine box. This detail will enhance the look of the project and make it look more authentic.

Wooden wine box plans

Fill the holes with wood putty and let them dry out for a few hours. Smooth the surface with 100-200 grit sandpaper and remove the residues with a damp cloth.

Top Tip: Apply a few coats of paint or stain to the components, to enhance the look of the project.

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