smitty0312

Progress coming along.......The first of 8 handles cut and rounded over............I planed down a 2x4 to 1.125" thick.......this will be the thickness of whole project

I drew up a handle in Inkscape.....and got the template cut......

Each layer is 1.125 thick.......I'm going to have to plane down some 2x lumber I guess......it's pretty chunky.....everything is rounded over for a nice clean look

I plan on using my Kreg Jig for most of the end joints.......

They put the screws in as it was rotting.......mine won't have any screws showing on the front I know 22.5° will get me around the wheel........angles play with my head though........I got a plan......stay tuned......it doesn't have to be exact, but I'm going to try.......I like the challenge

I have been asked if I can re-create this ships wheel........going have to put my thinking cap on for this one........

Congrats!!

Love it!!

Just finished up Mrs Claus this morning.......I think she stands nice to her better half.......please comments & comments & comments...........

Here is my first attempt at making Mrs.Santa Claus glasses for my upcoming Mrs. Claus project to go with my Mr; Santa Claus I made last week.........made a jig to bend wire around........

No pattern.......just went off pictures.......designed it in Inkscape.......made templates for tracing.......and wa la

Thanks for all the great comments.....I appreciate it!!

I sell stuff on the side, my experience is anything over $30, I don't sell as much no matter how nice or unique it is. $20-$30 is the best price range for me.

Thanks Marg.....lol

Wow, that is a beautiful piece, great craftsmanship.........I give it 2 thumbs up!!

I put a little corn out this morning, and look what showed up.......one was even carrying a sign, they must be getting a little nervous already.........lol Been making some turkeys for family & friends........these are the last of them

Another update for Mrs. Claus..........

Will do Jim.......

Thanks for all the nice comments........Mrs. Claus is next......she will have a real cloth apron sewn by my daughter......she stands the same height as Mr Claus

This is for inside only or on a covered front porch because of the beard, it will suck up moisture and freeze, also light is not outdoor safe.........

Love it Dick!!

I've been working on this since Monday......I started by making a pattern on the computer (6-7hrs).......then drew up templates.........printed & cut them out from 1/4" ply, then these will be used for tracing to get repeatably when I make more . This is made from a single 3/4" 1x8, and 4ft of a 1x6.......I planed down some pine for the belt/buckle and cuff for the mitten, buttons were cut from this also then sliced in half, eyes were made from 1/4" ply......rest was all 3/4" material. A mop was used for the beard(new one), I bought a mop that folds in half, I then cut it at the fold for 1 beard, had to trim 4" or so of it. I used pocket hole joinery for some of the construction. Lantern was made also by me, just simple 3/4" lumber cut to size and brad nailed together, light candle was purchased at Hobby Lobby, I want to add a flicker bulb, but I couldn't find one locally. All hand painted then sanded for a more primitive look. Colors were Tomahawk Red, Antique white, & Pinwheel (Pink).......Glidden Premium brand Comments as always are appreciated.

Stunning piece......jaw dropper too......great craftsmanship!!

Wow Roly......I like that a lot......great craftsmanship!

I like that a lot.....