Clocks as simple projects

These clocks are rewarding projects. They are fun, and can be made quickly; selecting the proper lumber, and the finish, require care and attention to detail. I let my imagination roam a bit, to give these two clocks totally different looks:

Clocks side by side: walnut on the left, oak on the right.

If using thicker wood, such as 1-¾” final thickness, the clocks can stand on a 7° bevel on the bottom, without a base:

At this angle and height, the clocks are very stable. The area below the clock face could be used to attach a plaque or an engraved gift note. Please contact me if you are interested in purchasing one or more for the holidays.

Al Navas

All skewered up on the 4th of July

This year’s celebration of Independence Day was a blast, in more ways than one.

Sierra has been studying about Independence Day, and she knew the reasons for July 4. Of course, some of the information permeated onto her sisters in more or less accurate ways. And then, towards dusk, with more frequent calls for something to do other than play with their stuff in their living room, or outdoors in the Jungle Gym, it was time for the fun stuff: A weiner and marshmallow roast!

Here is the fun stuff:

First, the hot dogs and the marshmallows:
All skewered up! I need help! Let’s change the angle a little…

This thing gets HEAVY! Emily: We do more than hot dogs…

 

And now for the fireworks:
Emily lighting up her first smoke bomb This is FUN! Smoke signals in NW Missouri…

It IS getting dark, Papa! Look at it go!  And this is the last one… <sigh...>

What a great day it was, surrounded by our daughter and her wonderful family! We are truly blessed!!!

Happy Holidays!

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I wish all my friends, readers, and visitors, a wonderful Holiday Season. And may the New Year be full of wonder, excitement, and enjoyment.I look forward to 2008, to share woodworking adventures. My hope is that, together, we can develop our skills, keep productive and safe, and that we can accomplish our goals, no matter how ambitious.
Thanks for your support!—— Al