A wedding wine box is a growing trend lately, with some even incorporating them into the ceremony. I got the idea for this at my brother-in-law’s wedding last month. Towards the end of their ceremony they mixed a glass of red wine and white wine in a decanter to symbolize their different lives coming together as one. They then placed unread letters to one another in the wedding wine box with the wine and nailed it shut. The sealed wedding wine box is then to be opened on their anniversary, to reveal the letters and wine. Great idea, huh?
Naturally, building one seems like not only a great way to save some money but also a meaningful wedding gift. We built this solid red oak, personalized, wedding wine box, for about $30.
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Tools Required
Materials
- Qty 1 1/2″ x 6″ x 48″ Red Oak (hobby board)
- Qty 1 1/2″ x 4″ x 48″ Red Oak (hobby board)
- Qty 1 1/4″ x 2″ x 48″ Red Oak (hobby board)
Cut List
Wedding Wine Box Plans
Step 1: Assemble Box
Step 2: Assemble Box
Step 3: Assemble Top
Step 4: Add Supports
Step 5: Nail Shut (Optional)
Finishing
Jamie finished this box using a Dark Walnut stain from Rust-Oleum followed by three coats of satin Watco Lacquer.
Start by applying a coat of Watco Lacquer
After the first coat dries, buff with a “between coats” finishing pad. Repeat for at least 3 coats.
Finish off with a “Finishing Pad”
What a lovely finish!
Questions? Comments?
As always, if you have any questions don’t hesitate to comment below and especially don’t forget to post pictures of your finished products in the comments! ENJOY!
