This is an old English design originally called ¨Ladies work box¨. I find no reason why a gentleman should not use this box as a sewing work box but even so I have kept the original name. The box is supposed to be divided in compartments to keep different sewing tools and threads, but of course it can be adapted to any desired use. The original pattern suggests making the box as a whole piece and then the box and lid created by cutting the entire piece with a band saw. The restored pattern I have made permits you to choose between using this system or making the box and lid separately. The box is completed with hinges and a lock.

  The box is designed to be made preferably with 1/4 and 1/8 inches wood or with 6 and 3 mm wood, but of course it can be resized at will to fit any wood thickness. The following table gives the measures of the box depending on the wood width you use:

  These pictures are courtesy of Francisco Gómez from Palma de Mallorca, Spain.

  These pictures have been kindly sent by Gottfried Sedlemeier from Germany. Note that the drawers are his own adaptation and are not included in the pattern.

  These pictures are courtesy of Gordon van Es from Canada. Note that the drawers are his own adaptation and are not included in the pattern.

This picture has kindly been sent by Sergio Lupi from Italy.