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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

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Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
 

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#2 ·
Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Time well spent. Children spell love, T-I-M-E
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Great story!!!!
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
That's an awesome story and being a dad, I can't imagine a better way to spend an afternoon.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
That is a great story! After insisting on a plan, you HAD to follow it!
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Thanks for the comments - it really was a fun build and it is one of those memories that we will never forget. Also the chair is a tank - it will be around for ever too.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
She's adorable ,nice work.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Gee, I wonder where she gets her ability to plan? I spent a lot of time with my two boys doing different projects. I still have some of their ideas tacked to the wall. Enjoy the time with them.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
PJ,

You've got some smart kids! That's quite a plan for a 5-year-old! The chair turned out great.

Your 20-month-old looks like she's a natural in the shop, too. Thanks for sharing.

"Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6

L/W
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
I know how that goes. I have worked off a few of those plans too ;-)) Ya gotta follow the plans!
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Well done, Dad.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
That's a great story, PJ. I know good and well that you loved it.

helluvawreck aka Charles
http://woodworkingexpo.wordpress.com
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
That's so cool. It's neat to see kids go from babies to little people with ideas of their own. Can't wait for the day my daughter hands me some plans!
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
OK. Got me. Teary-eyed Dad here.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Ya gotta follow the plan-I love it!
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Great story gotta love having little one in the shop . Mine only come in shop now to ask for money to go out.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Great story, I love having my daughter come out to the shop with me. I recently got her a tape measure from one of the bargain bins at a big box store. Now she runs around measuring things and everything is "twenty inches." Great to see people bringing kids into the shop.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
You really should laminate her plans to the underside of the seat. Priceless!

And the chair turned out nice!
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Thanks for all the great comments - it was a lot of fun. Kids are a hoot, it is amazing the things they come up with. This same daughter asked for a pony last Christmas and when we told here we did not have room for one she said "well, I would have asked for a rocket ship, but I haven't had time to build a landing platform yet."
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
Great story and a very cute shop foreman. Having kids in the shop can be a humbling experience. My grandkids usually point out my measuring errors, usually before the cut.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

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Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
I am looking forward to when my daughter can visit me in the shop, it will be after I get a garage and out of the basement.

Great story, enjoy her every day.
 

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Dad! That's Not What The Plan Says

Product Table Wood Toddler Child


Over the weekend my 20 month old was hanging out with me in the shop; she always loves to play with the tape measures. This picture reminded me of a quick build from couple years ago (before I joined LJ's).

Surely I must be smarter than a kindergartener?

I was working on some Christmas presents and my 5 year old daughter at the time came out and asked if I would help her build a chair. Trying to be smart and not wanting to stop what I was doing, I told her that we could not build a chair without a plan. She asked for paper and a pencil and left. Later, she came back and asked for a tape measure and left. After she was gone a while, I thought for sure my plan had worked.

When she returned and showed me her plan and explained how she measured her body to draw dimensions on what appeared to be both a front view and side view of her chair, I immediately knew what I would be doing the rest of the afternoon.

Handwriting Rectangle Font Writing Parallel


We built the chair together and it was a really fun afternoon. We used pocket holes, scrap 2×4's, and a remnant of ½" plywood.

Chair Wood Natural material Rectangle Hardwood


The Funny Part

When it came time to build the chair back, I told her that a straight piece would be much easier and quicker than cutting the profile. She looked at me with a stern look and said "Dad, that's not what the plan says". She really put me in my place. Consequently, the chair back has a profile.
The more I think I about it, the more certain I am that your daughter is unusually intellegent, and maybe even likely to build a rocket-ship one day.
 

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