Cabinetmaking
Personal Design
2018
After taking two years of classes, the capstone project was to design a cabinet from scratch.
My design was a cube bookshelf with alternating doors for hidden storage. The sides and shelf are MDF and interlock with dados and rabbits in order to use minimal fasteners. Solid wood edging was nailed on to cover raw edges.
My capstone project, designed and built this cabinet myself.
SkillsUSA
2016-2018
In Highschool, I competed in cabinetmaking through the organization SkillsUSA! The idea was to test adaptability and skills. On competition day, we were given plans, supplies, and tools, then had to complete the plans to the best of our ability in 8 hours.
Junior year, I placed 1st at the Minnesota state competition which sent me to nationals where I placed 17th out of 50 competitors.
Senior year, I placed 2nd at state competition.
Stained finished item of a cabinet made at SkillsUSA national competition. Includes slow close drawer and angled sides.