Introduction: Wooden Mac Mini Tambour Riser Organizer

About: Hi, I’m Kostiantyn Andriiuk, also known as TimberRough on social media. I’m a software developer who finds peace in crafting projects by hand, especially with wood, LEDs, and microcontrollers. I love inventing…

Like probably many others, I have accumulated a large number of small gadgets that lie on the table or the lid of the Apple Mac Mini. This time I decided to organize my workspace and developed a wooden organizer stand that is perfect for a Mac mini or Mac studio.

Introducing the Wooden Mac Mini Tambour Riser Organizer: a sleek, open-source solution to declutter your workspace while elevating your Mac Mini or Mac Studio experience.

Crafted from Cherry veneer and Alder veneer, this stand features a tambour door organizer drawer, providing convenient storage for small accessories and peripherals. Compact and precise in design, it seamlessly integrates with your setup while adding a touch of elegance.

As an open-source project, all design drawings and resources are available on GitHub, encouraging customization and modification to suit individual preferences. Streamline your workflow and enhance productivity with this stylish and functional organizer.


The video is very highly detailed with a description of each step!

Wooden Mac Mini Tambour Stand Organizer


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Supplies

Tools:


  • DIY Laser cutter/engraver 520x520mm, 5.5w
  • Eccentric sander

Components:


  • Cherry veneer 4.5 mm
  • Alder veneer 4.5mm & 2.5 mm
  • Glue: Titebond 3, 3M Scotch-Weld Fastbond 30, CA Glue + Activator
  • Oil: cleaned flaxseed
  • Wax
  • Old roller blinds fabric (or other fabric)

GitHub Link

Step 1: Download Sources and Cut With Laser

The DXF file for laser cutting contains information about the thickness of the material I used.

Step 2: Create Alignment Frame

Step 3: Paint Alignment Parts With Wax

Step 4: Glue Bottom Side With Rails

Step 5: Sand Inner Box Parts

Step 6: Glue Inner Box

Step 7: Sand Drawer Parts

Step 8: Protect Inner Box With Adhesive Tape

Step 9: Glue Drawer

Step 10: Sand Drawer Edges

Step 11: Glue Handle

Step 12: Glue Top Side With Rails

Step 13: Create Frame for the Blinds

Step 14: Cut Tape From Old Roller Blinds (or Other Fabric)

Step 15: Sand Blinds and Place to the Frame

Step 16: Glue Fabric to the Blinds

Step 17: Cut Edges (to Release From Glue)

Step 18: Glue Holder for the Blinds

Step 19: Paint Rubbing Parts With Wax

Step 20: Install Blinds

Step 21: Glue Top Side

Step 22: Glue Decorative Side to the Blinds

Step 23: Glue Organizer Parts

Step 24: Protect Blinds With Adhesive Tape

Step 25: Sand Edges and Sides

Step 26: Cover With Mineral Oli

Step 27: Final Result