"The Crib" is done and delivered w/pic

[Bob Lasley]

Well, after some five weeks of work my grandson's crib is in his nursery. The crib is constructed of alder using mortise and tenon joinery. Hardware is from Rockler. Finish is Bartley "Pennsylvania Cherry" gel stain and Bartley gel varnish. Design is my own loosely based on pictures of the type of crib my daughter-in-law wanted and of course to work with the hardware kit. I did follow all the safety recommendations published on spacing slats, etc.

Thanks for looking. (Note: The side is in the lowered position.)

[John Davidson]

I think from the looks of that crib you have one very lucky grandson. Absolutely beautiful!!!

[David Rose]

Hopefully, someone will appreciate the work that went into it. You do good work. You need an FMT jig. :D

David

[Bob Lasley]

Originally posted by David Rose
Hopefully, someone will appreciate the work that went into it. You do good work. You need an FMT jig. :D

David

David,

You are close to right. I did need an FMT jig, but now that you have one I'll just come borrow yours! ;)

BTW, I am expecting a demo at the fall BBQ.

Bob

[Bruce Page]

Bob, that is beautiful! I really like the sleigh bed effect. I just came in from the shop after putting the fourth coat of Bartley’s gel varnish on a cradle that I’m building for my daughter. I sealed the cherry with Seal Coat/naphtha, followed by two coats of Bartley’s Pennsylvania Cherry. So far, I think it’s looking pretty good.
This whole cradle project has been an on again, off again, affair since early spring. Between yard-work, work-work and other family commitments, I’ve had a hard time finding the time to work on it. She’s due June 27th, so I’m running out of time fast!


The trouble with the rat race is that even if you win, you’re still a rat. -- Lily Tomlin

[David Rose]

to do whatever you want to see. The jig will do it for me. :-) Get ready. Dave A in disguise.

David

[David Blangger]

Bob,

That is one *FINE* crib. Great job.

David

[Terry Hatfield]

Bob,

Good job!!! You should be very proud. I'm sure the crib will be cherished for generations.

Terry

BTW.....What BBQ were you talking about anyway??;) Oh ya.....I guess it's about time for me to start thinking about the next Central States shindig isn't it?? Yummm...brisket...

[Dennis Peacock]

<FONT SIZE=+3><B>Absolutely Beautimus!!!</B></FONT>

What an outstanding job!!
Excellent work!!!!
Great display of skill and L-O-V-E!!!!!
My hat is off to you sir....!!


Woops!!!!....that was MORE than one thing now wudin it? :D

Mr. Lasley.....I am very proud of the fine work you have put on display here.......How 'bout sending me a couple-O pics for LOML and LOML-In-Law to look at.?

So you say...what is "beautimus"?
It is Alabama slang for "Most Beautiful". Term from around the "Slap Out" community near Montgomery, AL. Not too far from "Flea Hop" or "Lick Skillett"......

Thanks for sharing.

[Jason Roehl]

Great job, Bob!!

[Mike Schwing]

VERY nice! How did you form the sleigh type uprights? Bandsaw / template / router? Are they a single piece of alder? I really like them.

Regarding the finish - wow, I would have sworn that actually was cherry without seeing it up close. Did you apply a sealer at all to the wood before using the gel stain?

Super work.

[Tom Gattiker]

Where did you find the published safety specs.?

[Lee Schierer]

Great job. Building cribs for grandkids is a rewarding job. I'm sure it will see many years of use and maybe another child or two.

Lee

[Noah Alkinburgh]

That is one nice sleeping arangement for that child...

It is a work of art and should be around form many kids to come.

Noah

[Rusty Hughes, Indy]

Excellent work. I'm sure it will get put to some good use.

Rusty

[Ron McNeil]

Bob,

What a fantastic job on the crib. It's beautifully done.

[Bob Lasley]

Originally posted by Mike Schwing
VERY nice! How did you form the sleigh type uprights? Bandsaw / template / router? Are they a single piece of alder? I really like them.

Regarding the finish - wow, I would have sworn that actually was cherry without seeing it up close. Did you apply a sealer at all to the wood before using the gel stain?

Super work.

Mike,

The uprights were milled from 8/4 stock. I rough cut them to shape on the bandsaw, used a template and router to get them to final shape and then sanded.

I didn't apply a sealer before staining.

Thanks,
Bob

[Jim Becker]

Beautiful job, Bob. That's a mighty fine piece of furniture!

[Eric Apple - Central IN]

Nice work.. The color is great... I would like to try alder sometime.

[Bill Grumbine]

Very nice Bob! As I was looking over you handywork though, I couldn't help but remember our one daughter, who we affectionately dubbed, "Bucky the Beaver". She did a real number on her crib when she teethed. Hopefully you won't have to deal with that. :D

Bill

[Ken Salisbury]

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However, so you will have plenty of time (2 or 3 years) you need to start the plans, material acquisition, etc for a real bed. I built cradles for my Grandkids and beds when the time was right. It will sneak up on ya faster than you think. Another tip --- build them at least queen size --- they seem to outgrow regular size beds quicker than you think also (DAMHIKT).

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[Daniel Rabinovitz]

Bob, that is a truely and positutely beautiful crib. But "Pennsylvania" Cherry in Oklahoma? My goodness!

Peacock, you absotutely are a bird for those chuckly comments. Even Katy laughed. :D

[Lars Thomas]

Wow, beautifully done. Nice job on the finsih too. I never had time to make one for my own kids. But it's probaly not to early to start on MY grandkids crib - my oldest is 8. Ya see, I'm real slow. Lars

[Ken Wright]

looks like the Shop Fox left tilt did well for you!!!!

[Joe Tonich]

Bob,

Nice work!! Hope I'll be making things that good by the time MY boys start having kids!

Joe

[Lee Patz]

OUTSTANDING ! !

Beautiful job Bob, I've never tried the gel finishes but it looks like they worked great for you.

Congradulations Grand Pa on both the crib and the contents!

Have a great day and hope to see you again at Terry's.
Lee

[Jeff Cybulski]

Excellent work Bob! I'm sure this will become a family heirloom.

Jeff

[Dan McGuire]

That is absolutely one fine piece of furniture. It is my intention to build a whole bedroom ensemble for babies, however, since my last child is on its way in less than three weeks, I guess it will have to be for grandchildern when the time comes. Until then, I will keep looking at fine pieces of work such as yours to continue to get ideas.