Hello John,
Welcome, from one buckeye to another. This is a wonderful place for inspiration, advice, questions, well you get the picture. It is a great to spend time and learn how other people do things.
I saw the picture of the Thread Chest you made. It is very attractive. My husband has the carcass of a thread chest done and just has drawers to make. So far it is beautiful. He made it out red oak as he knows that is my favorite wood.
Enjoy!!
Chris