I saw something similar up in Alaska once and thought… "Ya know I could do that" and here they are. The biggest trick was drilling the holes for the elastics.
Yes they are segmented and flexible I guess I will have to add another shot of the segments.
I do wear these to work every now and and again and every one loves them. I get no end of comments. It is a great ice breaker for parties as well. Most people think it is some kind of illusion and it is actually fabric until they ask "Is that Wood???" then promptly reach out to feel it. Then I tell them about the tie I am wearing and they realize that it is wood too. ba dum dum dum… lol
Joking aside it is odd how many strangers feel they can come up to you and just grab hold of this thing hanging from your neck. Just glad I am good hearted and not easily offended.
John M, actually I made up my own plans for this and like I said earlier the hardest part is drilling the holes straight through the wood with a bit long enough. I will send you the full size drawing of my plans if you can figure them out great if not then just give it some thought and I am sure you will come up with something great and unique.
If any one else would like the plan just send me a message.
Smiley-you said you would send a full size drawing of your plans - this was a posting 216 days ago. I would sure like to have the drawing if you still would do this. I would like to try and make a few ties for father's day-they will make great gifts.
I am making some progress on a tie following your instructions. Lots of fun and will get better. I am at the point of cutting the 15 degree bevel and thought I could do it on my scross saw (my preference) but because only the table will shift x degrees, the blade stays startionary. Now I am planning on using my router and need to get a 15 degree bevel bit. Any suggestions on which bit works best?
I am starting with a piece of Western Red Cedar which has a knot which has been removed or come out leaving an indention where the knot was. Becauses this is my first tie, I am going to leave the place where the knot was…just to see how it looks after the tie is finished. It will be a tie that is probably one of its kind because most might not use that part of the wood.
I have been googling wooden ties and found Smiley's stunning handiwork on this site.
They would make a wonderful gift so please tell me if you wish to sell me some please.
Kind regards,
Ross. I live in New Zealand and hope that in these days of internet and visa cards that a sale is possible!