Granddaughters Crib

That’s got to be the granddaddy of all cribs! (But I would not have expected any less from you, Les.) :-)

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

Wow! Fit for a queen and her dynasty.

Thanks for sharing.

-- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.

Fantastic!

-- Robert in middle TN

Les, I have to agree with Arianna. Very beautiful is an understatement and the crib looks nice too. :)

For a “client” this important I would not have expected anything less than your best effort, which you did.

Great job.

By the way, unless I missed it, did you ever post your finishing routine for the crib?

It looks flawless.

Thanks again for allowing us to share in this.

-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking. Woodworking is not just a hobby, it is an (expletive deleted) expensive hobby.

Great series and excellent project, that is one lucky grand daughter.

-- "You get what you inspect, not what you expect"

Totally Awesome, Grandpa!!

Spectacular job Les! I followed along the entire blog process and am glad I did. She’s a lucky little girl that’s for sure. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to your next project.

-- ~ Inspiring those who inspire me ~

Beautifully done

-- Glenn, New Mexico

Les a beautiful Crib. Great design and execution. Something that will be handed down for generations.

-- What happens in the workshop stays in the workshop. No wait that doesn't sound right. Karson Southern Delaware karson_morrison@bigfoot.com †

Truly fantastic work. You have set the bar pretty high on this one. That is just something for me to shoot for.
Thanks for being part of the community and sharing.

-- Todd A. Clippinger, Montana, http://amcraftsman.com

What a Great Job

-- Jim, Kentucky

awesome work LES.

Baby is precious

-- work from your heart and your spirit will live forever

Les, that is absolutely beautiful. Great craftsmanship.

Thanks for posting it.

-- Martin, Kansas

Les – it is one gorgeous piece. seeing the pieces along the way didn’t do justice to how nice the final piece looks.

Dave

-- Its never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.

How did you do that? It is awesome! Very inspiring! Thanks for posting.

-- Rich, Seattle, WA

You really put your heart into this one. It is a fine piece and the design is very classic. You have the knack for doing fine craftsmanship. Congrats!!! and Congrats on the new addition to the family!!!!!!

-- Oldworld, Fair Oaks, Ca

Superb workmanship. I bet she thinks your the best grandad ever.
Thanks for posting.

-- ''Carry on my wayward son''

What a beautiful little girl! You must have been better looking when you were younger because it’s hard to believe you could have such a pretty daughter and grand daughter : )

Oh yeah the cribs pretty cool too. How did you do the sliding gate?

Thanks again buddy, you are a real inspiration!

Dayton

WOW! That crib is beautiful. Excellent craftsmanship. Way to go Les

-- Dennis Zongker

That is one great looking baby!!....crib is great to…..very very nice…I got to keep this away from my daughter that is expecting in June…..way to go great job

-- Todd, Oak Ridge, TN, Hello my name is Todd and I'm a Toolholic, I bought my last tool 10 days, no 4 days, oh heck I bought a tool on the way here! †

I just wish I could spend a week with you and learn some of your craftsmanship. Beautiful work and your pieces inspire me.

I assume you would rather be covered in sawdust except for when you’re with that grandbaby!!

-- "I don't know, we haven't played Alabama yet." -- Vince Lombardi after being asked what it felt like to be the greatest football team in the world just after winning the '66 Super Bowl.

Les your daughter & her hubby are beautiful craftsmen. Cribs very nice too. Considering the way kids grow and…. don’t you think that it might be time to start on her regular bed ?

-- RTB. "dumb animals are not stupid they simply can't talk "

Thanks everyone for your comments! Its been a fun project.

Dayton, I just used regular crib gate hardware, I’ll have to look up the name of the site.

Ya know Scott I had every intention of taking pictures of the finish process, but Mattthew(our finisher) and I did this all in one day and I forgot my camara that day. Its dye stains and then toned in with sealer and laquer. I guess the first coat of dye stain was applied the day before though.

-- Les, Wichita, Ks. (I'd rather be covered in saw dust!)

Les a be fit for a princess…and look there she is :>) Your work never fail to amaze me with something new an perfect. Absolutely beautiful. Like always you are the king of craftsmanship!

-- Jim Hallada, Chesterfield, VA

Beautiful crib and granddaughter! Outstanding craftsmanship! Thanks for posting.

God Bless
tom

-- Mc Bridge Cabinets, Iowa

Les,

We’re so glad to see your darling granddaughter at last. And the crib—perfect for the little princess. Thanks for sharing this journey with us.

-- "But godliness with contentment is great gain." 1 Timothy 6:6

Congratulations on both beautiful additions to the family!

Beautifull

-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking

A master craftsman indeed. Absolutely gorgeous bed. And granddaughter too. A proud granpappy indeed. Great work Les.

-- Jerry--A man can never have enough tools or clamps

Congratulations on the new granddaughter! The bed is stunning! I look forward to seeing your future projects!

-- -Spencer, Gilbert Az (http://www.azwoodshop.com)

a masterpiece for your little masterpiece

-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon

that is one of the most impressive cribs I’ve seen. I’m thinking about making one for my daughter (nowhere near as nice as yours!!) Are the ends a veneer?

-- www.michaeldmunro.com