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One of the joys of becoming a grandfather is that I got to make a baby crib. This is a project that I wanted to make for my children but when you are young there always seems to be other priorities.
The plans I bought from Rockler. The wood is silver maple. For the artwork a dear friend named Patty Johnson hand painted the figures. Notice the Cow that represents my daughter’s college mascot and the Eagle represents my son-in-law in the Air Force. I followed up with three coats of sanding sealer and six coats of lacquer.
Best of all I finished it up in time for the baby shower.
Bob Clark
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10 comments so far
ND2ELK
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posted 605 days ago
This is a true work of art. You did a beatiful job on the crib and your friend Patty did some wonderful art work. Thanks for posting. Keep them projects coming!
God bless
tom
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Scott Bryan
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posted 605 days ago
Hi Bob,
This is a nice crib and the artwork adds a nice detail to the project. But it is not complete without some matching furniture- changing table, dresser…... And that is for your daughter’s house. What about yours? :)
Happy woodworking and congratulations on becoming a grandfather. Grandchildren are truly gifts and are an immense source of joy in our lives.
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Rxmpo
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posted 605 days ago
Great looking crib. Congratualtions on the new addition!
GaryK
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posted 604 days ago
That’s a very nice crib. Makes me wish I have made one rather than buy one.
-- Gary, East TX -- The longest journey begins with a single step.
rikkor
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posted 604 days ago
Great crib you built. The hand painted detail makes it one-of-a-kind. Definitely an heirloom.
PanamaJack
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posted 604 days ago
Somebody is going to remember you for a very long time…Great piece of woodworking!
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jeanmarc
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posted 468 days ago
Great looking crib.
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jkornfeind
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posted 291 days ago
where did you buy the hardware for the drop railing?
Rick D.
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posted 291 days ago
This is a great idea for project. Hopefully it will stay in your family for many generations!
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Big_Bob
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posted 289 days ago
Thanks for all the comments.
I got the hardware, springs and all except for the wood and mattress in a kit from Rockler.
It was great fun to make.
Thanks
-- Bob Clark, Tool Collector and Sawdust Maker