And, more tools

In 1991, we lived in Dayton Ohio and I learned about a company in Dayton called Shopsmith.  Shopsmith manufactured an all purpose tool that had a drill press, lathe, sander, and table saw.  I went with my Dad and Charlie Felz and pick it up.  That tool allowed me to improve my skills and build a TV cabinet.   We also became the house to come to for the Boy Scout Projects.

Todd and Nicole's Wedding -- Nightstands

I made a chest of drawers for Todd and Nicole's wedding and I do  not have a picture.  Here are a couple of bed stands I made them. 

Toys

I made Tyler and Cole toys for Christmas.  A skid loader, truck and bulldozer. 

In our Den

This was my first veneer project.  I went to class to learn to veneer, so I built this piece with bird's eye maple panels to show off my veneer skills. 

A Wall Unit

Friends of ours, Tom and Marcia, wanted a wall unit to go into a closet.  They had many requirements... and they wanted it in oak.

Lamp stands

Must get done before the wedding.  My neighbor and friend that I co-taught Sunday School, wanted a couple of pieces for a special area in their house. 

Toy Box

In 2009, I made Tyler a toy box.  Now this is kind of an unique toy box. 

Arbor

And, to get real brave I made an arbor for our yard.  It is still up and working.  This was about 2007.  A view in the winter and summer.

Chinese Checker sets

I took a crack at making Chinese Checker sets.  I started by making some for my family, then friends in Brazil.  I then made one and sold on E-bay right before Christmas... so I thought I had a gold mine.  I made a bunch of them and tried to sell them at a local store and on E-bay, the store went out of business and took my checker sets with them.  And, I could not get a bid on E-bay.  Oh well... another bad business venture.  I have a wonderful pattern if anyone wants to buy one... make me an offer and I may make one for you! 

Cherry Curio Cabinet

In 2004, my wife wanted a curio cabinet in a certain spot.  So I built and designed this to please her.  My shop is much cleaner now, I have learned that keeping to shop clean makes tools easier to find.

Many more projects

There were many projects I completed.  I built book cases, refinished chairs, built dining room furniture.... and many more project that I never took pictures.  That is why I started this blog, to get the discipline to record my work.