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jewelry boxes - Bo88by - 09-27-2018
I'm building jewelry boxes for the first time and trying to decide whether to line the insides with pieces of adhesive-backed felt or use the glue and flocking approach. Any suggestions/opinions?
RE: jewelry boxes - Enigmatic - 09-27-2018
On the few I ever built, I used thin pigskin suede.
RE: jewelry boxes - AHill - 09-27-2018
I've done it both ways and much prefer self-stick felt. Flocking is very messy, and the loose bits of flocking get everywhere. You probably won't get as thick a coating of flocking compared to the adhesive-backed sheets. The only advantages to flocking are it's cheaper and you get better coverage on the edges. Suede or leather are options. The last jewelry chest I made, I used leather that I cut to size and glued on. I got thin leather sheets from scrap packages sold at Michael's. Much cheaper than buying pre-cut sheets.
RE: jewelry boxes - SteveS - 09-27-2018
I always get the adhesive backed sheets. I expect they are much more durable than flocked interiors. Many years later I haven't found any delamination problems.
RE: jewelry boxes - wood2woodknot - 09-27-2018
Flocking has always been a pain for me, and a very finicky process. I never had good results.
The self-stick felt is a snap. If I can't find the right color/texture I make my own - get the regular felt sheets at Hobby Lobby or Michael's, cut to size, and then spray the back with rattle can glue - just a little more involved and need to be careful not to put too much glue on and have it soak through to the front.
RE: jewelry boxes - 5thumbs - 09-27-2018
I made about 5 boxes nearly 10 years ago and used flocking over paint. I found that if you let the box sit for a few days than remove the excess flocking, it seems to hold up pretty well. So far, no complaints form those who got my jewelry boxes - and they're all still in use.
RE: jewelry boxes - BrokenOlMarine - 09-27-2018
I have had very good results with flocking, by using the proper techniques.
1. Prime the wood... I use a flat spray paint. Let it dry.
2. Apply the flocking base, (colored paint) evenly. Use actual flocking base.
3. Apply the crushed suede flocking* with the applicator, and OVERFLOCK.
* I do this inside a deep rubbermade tub, the let it dry for 24 hours to insure it's set. I then tap the underside to knock off loose flocking, then brush the flocking with a soft clean paint brush to remove any remaining loose particles. Excess flocking can be reused if you keep a cover on the tub as the flocking base dries to keep out the dust and debris from the shop.
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- a box bottom with the heavily applied flocking applied, drying in the tub.
I have consistently gotten good results.
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- the bottom installed in the box, nice even color. Accents rather than detracts. The tray has purple heart accent, not flocking.
RE: jewelry boxes - wood2woodknot - 09-28-2018
(09-27-2018, 08:30 PM)BrokenOlMarine Wrote: I have had very good results with flocking, by using the proper techniques.
1. Prime the wood... I use a flat spray paint. Let it dry.
2. Apply the flocking base, (colored paint) evenly. Use actual flocking base.
3. Apply the crushed suede flocking* with the applicator, and OVERFLOCK.
* I do this inside a deep rubbermade tub, the let it dry for 24 hours to insure it's set. I then tap the underside to knock off loose flocking, then brush the flocking with a soft clean paint brush to remove any remaining loose particles. Excess flocking can be reused if you keep a cover on the tub as the flocking base dries to keep out the dust and debris from the shop.
- a box bottom with the heavily applied flocking applied, drying in the tub.
I have consistently gotten good results.
- the bottom installed in the box, nice even color. Accents rather than detracts. The tray has purple heart accent, not flocking.
Some of us have the touch; some of us don't. Whatever works for each of us.
RE: jewelry boxes - Woodshop - 09-28-2018
Personally I like a nice wood interior and don't cover it up.
RE: jewelry boxes - Willyou - 09-28-2018
What works best for me is velvet, velveteen, or velour fabric I begin by cutting little panels from thin cardboard to fit the bottom and sides (allow a small amount of space around the edges). I glue the fabric to the cardboard wrapping it around the edges. I then glue the fabric covered panels into the box. This can be tedious, but it provides a neat clean good looking installation.
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