My first Urn...

[Steve Vaughan]

A friend in church was telling me about how his two pit bulls mean so much to him. One of them, 80 pound 'Keelo,' had to be put down due to cancer. As misfortune would have it, that took place on the day of the friend having major surgery. That was a tough visit on the morning of his surgery, that, and the fact I've got two faithful dogs myself, one of them a pit/beagle mix. So, when he told me he was having Keelo cremated, I asked him if I could make an urn for him. We laid him to rest yesterday. Here's what I came up with - a piece of black walnut, the walls are about 1/8" to 3/16" thick, about 5" wide by 3 1/2" tall with just a few coats of spray can lacquer, waxed and buffed. It held the ashes just fine with just a little - and I mean a little - bit of room to spare. Sealed shut with CA.

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[Bill Bolen]

An attractive piece but an even finer gesture for you friends friend.

[Jon McElwain]

Intriguing form! That is a good looking urn, and I am sure it will be treasured for a long time to come.

[John Keeton]

Steve, the form is quite different, but I like it! Very clean and well done. I am sure your friend appreciates your kind efforts.

[Michelle Rich]

beautiful vessel. & a grand tribute to a loving dog.

[Allan Ferguson]

Definitely a great project kindness.

[Ted Calver]

A beautiful urn and an equally beautiful gesture. Good job!

[Roger Chandler]

Fine form and a fine gesture, Steve............that is real nice!

[Dan Hines]

I love the vessel form for his pet; and especially appreciate your compassion in his loss.

[Bernie Weishapl]

I like the form and was a great gesture.

[Steve Schlumpf]

Steve - that is some nice work! Really like how you managed to keep the grain aligned with the top. Your friend had to have been well pleased with your gift!

[Dave Mura]

It looks great!
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[Primvs Aebvtivs]

What a kind thoughtful gesture on your behalf, I'm glad to have heard the story behind the piece, but not glad the story happened. Hope your friend recovers from his loss, and his surgery. I like the piece too, good shape, and a lid that won't come loose.

[James Roberts]

Very nicely done from an equally nice person.