Here is a project that will give you a place to store winter items in the summer, summer items in the construction of this blanket chest is straightforward and uses common materials and techniques.
10+ Lane Cedar Blanket Chest. Vintage cedar lane hope chest. This spring we're going to paint it and make a cushion bench top for it.
Mid Century Modern Lane Blanket Box Chest Cedar Lined Blanket Box Box Chest Cedar Chest from i.pinimg.com
I was told it was russian in origin, but really it fits perfectly over the top of any cedar chest, trunk or blanket chest, protecting the surface from sun, cats, birds or whatever you have that likes to perch. Roomy enough for a collection of seasonal bedding or family photo albums. When determining the value of your lane cedar chest, the year that it was made and the style are two of the main factors to consider.
Scroll work carving on edges and top.
Western red cedar blanket chest, raised panels, mortis and tenon joinery, hand planed and it smells nice also. Scroll work carving on edges and top. Very large, thick and heavy piece all fashioned together with wooden pegs. If you're hiding surprise gifts for an upcoming birthday or even for the holiday season.
