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These are the first two completed projects in my quest for 30 projects in 30 days.
The first is a wheelbarrow planter. It’s made from pine and other than a few coats of sprayed on shellac is unfinished. I’ve made a few of these recently and the Mrs. thinks they’re pretty spiffy.
The second is a special box for the wife of my lumber supplier. As he goes through his wood pile he has been known to set aside boards he thinks I should have. So, in return for some of these board his wife asked for a box. The box is made of cherry with a walnut base. The top is my first attempt at veneer using some really nice stuff that Tearen passed out a the Michigan LumberJock Picnic. I don’t remember what it is, but it’s really nice. The box is 6×10 and 3.5 inches deep.
-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.
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lew
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posted 173 days ago
Nice Projects!
Nothing like making points with the wife of your lumber supplier!! Looks like she should really like the box.
scottb
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posted 173 days ago
very nice of them to set aside some great lumber for you. Great projects, and awesome start to the month. I feel like I need to step up my game now…. hmmm, what to do…
-- I am always doing what I cannot do yet, in order to learn how to do it. - Pablo Picasso -- http://blanchardcreative.etsy.com -- http://snbcreative.wordpress.com/
Russel
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posted 173 days ago
My lumber guy, Dennis Duncan, is a great guy. He has been a real encouragement to me; finding types of wood I’ve not used before and saying, “You need to try this”. He’s become a very good friend.
And Scott, your last effort was quite motivating and I’m glad you’re doing again. Heaven knows I could use a little discipline in getting things done.
-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.
darryl
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posted 173 days ago
I found a clock kit in my shop that I bought about a year ago… may have to take advantage of that in this 30-in-30 challenge.
and we do owe all of this to scott! thanks for stepping up Mr Man!
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Russel
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posted 173 days ago
I forgot about clocks. I think I may have a kit laying around. Good idea Darryl.
-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.
a1Jim
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posted 173 days ago
both are super ,mama aint happy no bodies happy
-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon
Dustin Ward (aka Tearen)
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posted 173 days ago
Great use of that veneer Russel. I think that is either the curly maple or curly sycamore. If you want any more for other boxes just let me know what you need. It would give me a reason to take a trip and see your shop!
Rustic
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posted 173 days ago
Nice work Russel I have just used some zebra wood veneer to make a book mark prototype. Will have pics up very soon I promise
-- There is no such thing as a mistake. Its called a design modification Rick Kruse, Grand Rapids, MI
Splinterman
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posted 172 days ago
It is nice to keep the Ladies happy.
-- I will just keep doing it till I get it right.