Now that the Challenge 01 Table is done, I started working on the mantel again. Also to get the full story, check out part #1: Getting Started,
Yesterday I re-sawed enough Brazilian Cherry to cover the top. This morning I planed them to a 1/4” thickness, & proceeded to fit the inlay.
The Cherry really added some beauty to the mantel. It’s a nice contrast to the Black Ash.
My Son stopped by, & was surprised that I already found a use for the flooring he gave me.
Here’s some pictures.
Before
After
Another After Now I'll start doing some Chiseling, after it's glued down.
-- -** You are never to old to set another goal or to dream a new dream ****************** Dick, & Barb Cain, Hibbing, MN. http://www.woodcarvingillustrated.com/gallery/member.php?uid=3627&protype=1
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mot
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#1 posted 2210 days ago
That’s sure coming out nice!
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Don
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#2 posted 2210 days ago
Dick, this is a big undertaking. I look forward to seeing just how this fits. The extension in the lower portion of the picture above has me puzzled, but I’m sure this will all become clear as you show us more.
Thanks, Mate.
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#3 posted 2210 days ago
Thanks Don.
Check out part #1 Getting Started, of the series, . It shows where it’s to be installed.
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Diane
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#4 posted 2210 days ago
This is so beautiful. I can’t wait to see more too.
Diane
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#5 posted 2209 days ago
I love the mantel…makes me want to replace ours….but I really love your tool box for your chisels…...definitely gonna make me one of those!
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Mark A. DeCou
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#6 posted 2209 days ago
It is wonderful to see you work, and your work. Another masterfully done project from you!
thanks for posting,
Mark
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jockmike2
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#7 posted 2209 days ago
Beautiful cherrywood Dick. Man you did’nt waste any time. Right back at it. Well me to, I missed working on the lathe. But I also have a rocker in the back of my mind. jockmike
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Sawhorse
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#8 posted 2209 days ago
Coming along nicely, I’d say….nice work Dick
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Bill
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#9 posted 2209 days ago
Nice job Dick. That flooring looks great on top. And the carving is an added bonus.
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#10 posted 2208 days ago
it’s lovely!!!!
Now I can see what to do with the oak flooring that Rick brought home. If only I had one of those metal detector thingies to see where the nails are in the wood.
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#11 posted 2208 days ago
Thanks everybody,
Debbie, this was brand new, so I didn’t have to watch for nails.
-- -** You are never to old to set another goal or to dream a new dream ****************** Dick, & Barb Cain, Hibbing, MN. http://www.woodcarvingillustrated.com/gallery/member.php?uid=3627&protype=1
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