Slow burning blues

The virtues of thrift is an article on this magazine cover..Very fitting considering this homemade mojo box was built with found objects. 3 strings, Finish nail frets(heads on) piezo transducer pickup. With 21+ volume control knob. Courtesy of Lynchburg Lemonade: )
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  • Will do David. Thanks for the help.
  • No problem man..The sound holes were an after thought ,so yes I did them last. What little it did shred the edges was safely covered by the little lip on the sliding door pulls I used as sounds holes. I don't think it will be a problem for you. All in all I am pretty pleased with the outcome. It was a big hit at the "Mojo" art show..Especially being the only guitar:)
    I'm anxious to see what you come up with..Be sure and holler at me after you post pics so I don't miss em.
  • Sorry, but one more question... I'm about to do the same and don't want to screw up....

    Did you drill the sound holes after affixing the mag cover and applying a coat or two? If so, I assume there was enough of a seal to make a clean cut without shredding the artwork?
  • I want it all to match in finish..Do the whole box. I think it was a satin now that you mention it. I put the picture on the box last year sometime. Then just built the guitar last month,fpr an art show ... so I don't remember what I used exactly. It's a pretty simple way to dress up a not so attractive box. Plus it just fit I think, given the economy and why people built these in the first place.
    Happy building: )
  • That's what I figured. Are you using a satin finish so it's not too shiny? Also, are you only coating the side with the graphic, or the whole box?

    Thanks for the tips.
  • Yes ,Spray adhesive ,I used clear poly over the glued on cover. It needs more coats. .You really want it thick.
  • Nice Work David. Can you tell me how you put the magizine cover on the box? Did you apply a coat of varnish or laquer over the top?
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