2x4 That Rocks!

That is a cute little rocker. After I build a bunk bed, I am going into the chair making business for a little while. I hope I can do as good as you.

It is really hard to believe what we can get out of a humble 2×4. It really make me feel guilty about wasting so much wood on other “normal” projects. Maybe I need to try a little harder to squeeze more out of a board.

By the way, the shot of the kid in the chair is priceless.

Keep up the good work.

-- -- Rob Hix, King George, VA

Great looking chair.

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

Wow, nice project.

Cool rocking chair and a great write-up on thr process. Apparently it was a success if you can judge by the last photo, the little lady looks comfortable.

-- When you give someone a chance it may well be their last.

and once again I have to say: “And that’s from one 2×4???!!!!!!” impressive.
beautiful chair
great description of the process
fantastic photos
and the wee one—icing on the cake!!!
well done

-- ~ Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

Your first chair? That’s one heck of an achievement Woodup! You didn’t set out to make it easy for yourself. I do like your approach with the rockers and headrest. Starting with a 2×4 has brought out some real resourcefulness.

-- Res severa verum gaudium - True pleasure is a serious business. http://www.folksy.com/shops/TreeGems

very nice work and nice blog as well ! good luck in the contest

I agree with Stewart, for a first attempt at a chair, this is terrific.

-- Andy Stark

This is a really nice project. I am sure that all is forgiven in this case since the end product justifies the time spent in the shop.

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

That is not cool rocker, and it looks like you already have a customer for it.

-- Hope Never fails

Very very nice. And the blog too, thanks. A lot going on.
Chairs are the pinnacle of woodworking to me, thanks for the insperation.
I can relate to the time spent thinking about projects. I too find this very enjoyable.

Steve

-- Stevethepeeve -- I'm no rocket surgeon

I think slipping a cutie like that into your project photo constitutes cheating! Great job anyway!

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

What a great chair you found hiding in a 2×4! I liked the contrast in your choice of stains and really appreciated seeing the details of the different stages of your project. The angle jigs were clever! The added dimension to the chair seat gives your rocker a lot of character as well as a bit more comfort for the user…..she’s very special and seems quite pleased with your project as well. Kudos on a job well planned and completed!

PaddyO

-- Pat, Hoover,AL Fresh cut wood smells almost as good as fresh baked bread!

Wow! This is a great chair considering it all came from a 2×4 is even better.The colors really make it pop and the little doll puts this over the top.Well done!

-- " If I can make it,so can you" Andy in Oregon

That’s great! Well done.

-- I am always doing that which I can not do, in order that I may learn how to do it. - Pablo Picasso

really amzing…thanks for all the photos and details!!!

-- Matt, Napa, CA...fun is beautiful...just trying to have some fun...

Perfect project. Thanks for sharing.

-- Jiri