I've been Googling 'till I've grown new callus on my fingertips, but I
can't find a photo of a doll cradle I like. I've also searched for
full-size cradles. I did find one Shaker antique that I *kind* of like,
but I think I can find better. Everything I'm finding looks either
crude or cheaply made, with little style.

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. I'm looking for ideas that
I can size to my needs. The only requirement so far is that I don't
turn well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Does anyone have suggestions?

On Jan 4, 10:37*am, B A R R Y wrote:
I've been Googling 'till I've grown new callus on my fingertips, but I
can't find a photo of a doll cradle I like. *I've also searched for
full-size cradles. *I did find one Shaker antique that I *kind* of like,
but I think I can find better. *Everything I'm finding looks either
crude or cheaply made, with little style.

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. *I'm looking for ideas that
I can size to my needs. *The only requirement so far is that I don't
turn well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Does anyone have suggestions?

http://www.newyankee.com/getproduct.php?604

On Jan 4, 9:37*am, B A R R Y wrote:

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. *I'm looking for ideas that I can size to my needs. *The only requirement so far is that I don't
turn well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Good move. Once you start spinning wood, it is hard to stop. If you
get the turning bug, the cradle may never see the light of day!

I am sure you checked this, but a quick look revealed about 50
different styles. Since you don't need plans, and just in case you
missed it, there is some really simple to exotic designs he

http://tinyurl.com/2bfty9

Hope this helps.

Robert

B A R R Y wrote:
I've been Googling 'till I've grown new callus on my fingertips, but I
can't find a photo of a doll cradle I like. I've also searched for
full-size cradles. I did find one Shaker antique that I *kind* of like,
but I think I can find better. Everything I'm finding looks either
crude or cheaply made, with little style.

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. I'm looking for ideas that
I can size to my needs. The only requirement so far is that I don't
turn well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Does anyone have suggestions?

If you post this question in alt.binaries.pictures.woodworking, I'd be
happy to reply with some picture attachments of a cradle I built for my
grandson.

I designed and built one and built two from plans. I made my own spindles
for all and that can be fun and rewarding in and of itself. There is an
alternative to turning your own so if you like the spindle look but don't
want or can't turn them yourself, buy them. Several of the woodworking
places carry them in different styles and woods.
"B A R R Y" wrote in message
...
I've been Googling 'till I've grown new callus on my fingertips, but I
can't find a photo of a doll cradle I like. I've also searched for
full-size cradles. I did find one Shaker antique that I *kind* of like,
but I think I can find better. Everything I'm finding looks either crude
or cheaply made, with little style.

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. I'm looking for ideas that I
can size to my needs. The only requirement so far is that I don't turn
well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Does anyone have suggestions?

wrote:
On Jan 4, 9:37 am, B A R R Y wrote:

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. I'm looking for ideas that I can size to my needs. The only requirement so far is that I don't
turn well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Good move. Once you start spinning wood, it is hard to stop. If you
get the turning bug, the cradle may never see the light of day!

I am sure you checked this, but a quick look revealed about 50
different styles. Since you don't need plans, and just in case you
missed it, there is some really simple to exotic designs he

http://tinyurl.com/2bfty9

Hope this helps.

Robert


None of those grabbed me the first time through. It's probably just me.

I was hoping someone had a secret photo of something really cool. G

How about this Bartley kit? http://www.bartleycollection.com/cat...products_id/35

You could add some scrolled cut-outs for more interest

On Jan 4, 7:37*am, B A R R Y wrote:
I've been Googling 'till I've grown new callus on my fingertips, but I
can't find a photo of a doll cradle I like. *I've also searched for
full-size cradles. *I did find one Shaker antique that I *kind* of like,
but I think I can find better. *Everything I'm finding looks either
crude or cheaply made, with little style.

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. *I'm looking for ideas that
I can size to my needs. *The only requirement so far is that I don't
turn well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Does anyone have suggestions?

Fri, Jan 4, 2008, 10:37am (B*A*R*R*Y)
doth publically admit:
snip I can't find a photo of a doll cradle I like. I've also searched
for full-size cradles. I did find one Shaker antique that I *kind* of
like, but I think I can find better. Everything I'm finding looks either
crude or cheaply made, with little style. snip

I must say, I'm shocked. LOL You probably know my views on
cradles, but doll cradles are in a different category. First, I'd say
make it a hanging cradle. Or a tall rocking cradle - there's at least
one design out there. I've seen pictures of a cradle I think you'd
like, but can't recall if it was in a book, or on-line. I'd suggest
searching for "Viking cradle" or along those lines. I believe the
cradle I saw was actually Norwegian, don't know if that would rate as
Viking or not - definitely NOT crude, NOT flimsy. I have done searches
for Viking cradles, can't recall why now, unless it was for doll cradle
inspration, but found some great looking ones. GI Joe will never be the
same. LMAO



JOAT
You can't always judge by appearances, the early bird may have been up
all night.

Not the one I was thinking of, but along similar lines:
http://www.texancultures.utsa.edu/me...son/orlj20.htm

And another:
http://www.babyandmeboutique.com/pro...s/oldWorld.jpg

I'da posted one of Henry the V's cradle, but it looked crude.

That's it for me, not sure what you're looking for. You're on your
own.



JOAT
You can't always judge by appearances, the early bird may have been up
all night.

On Jan 4, 9:37 am, B A R R Y wrote:
I've been Googling 'till I've grown new callus on my fingertips, but I
can't find a photo of a doll cradle I like. I've also searched for
full-size cradles. I did find one Shaker antique that I *kind* of like,
but I think I can find better. Everything I'm finding looks either
crude or cheaply made, with little style.

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. I'm looking for ideas that
I can size to my needs. The only requirement so far is that I don't
turn well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Does anyone have suggestions?


I suggest that you take a good look at a reason why a
grown man just can't find the doll cradle he likes. I could
understand it if it where for a child or a request from a child
for her doll, but.......................

However, here is the one I built for my daughter. Then I modified
the
plans to make a matching crib.

http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=16467
Lou

On Fri, 4 Jan 2008 11:44:29 -0800 (PST), "SonomaProducts.com"
wrote:


How about this Bartley kit? http://www.bartleycollection.com/cat...products_id/35

You could add some scrolled cut-outs for more interest

The antique I found is similar, with some extra scroll work, and
dovetailed sides. That's one of the directions I'm leaning.

Thanks!

On Fri, 4 Jan 2008 15:43:10 -0500, (J T)
wrote:

And another:
http://www.babyandmeboutique.com/pro...s/oldWorld.jpg

That's interesting!

I didn't get that one in my searches...

Thanks!

On Fri, 04 Jan 2008 09:58:10 -0700, Doug Winterburn
wrote:

If you post this question in alt.binaries.pictures.woodworking, I'd be
happy to reply with some picture attachments of a cradle I built for my
grandson.


I'd appreciate that.

Thanks!

On Sat, 05 Jan 2008 00:04:43 GMT, ROY! wrote:


If I was a newborn I'd want to be hanging out in one of these:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41JA1NGTBFL.jpg


Nice...

Possibly a challenge to build, as well.

Hmmmm...

Thanks!

Sat, Jan 5, 2008, 12:04am (EST+5) (ROY!) doth sayeth:
If I was a newborn I'd want to be hanging out in one of these:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41JA1NGTBFL.jpg

If "I" was a newborn, I'd want to be hanging out in the arms of a
large breasted attractive young lady. I must be in my second childhood,
because that's what I'd like now too.



JOAT
You can't always judge by appearances, the early bird may have been up
all night.

"B A R R Y" wrote in message


None of those grabbed me the first time through. It's probably just me.

I was hoping someone had a secret photo of something really cool. G

I just posted a couple that may give you an idea. I use store bought
spindles on the one, but you could use flat stock and m & t them.

ROY! wrote:

After I get their cradle done I just might make one of the design I
like.... just for the hell of it...... and then make one like this:
http://www.artisticwoodworking.com/18.html


ROY!

That boy sure seems to like pointy sticks.

--
Tanus

This is not really a sig.

http://www.home.mycybernet.net/~waugh/shop/

I know this thread has splintered, but I thank all for the excellent
suggestions!

like.... just for the hell of it...... and then make one like this:
http://www.artisticwoodworking.com/18.html

ROY!

That boy sure seems to like pointy sticks.

A design feature. Prevents the baby from escaping.

Escaping yes, but not chocking.

Fri, Jan 4, 2008, 7:02pm (EST+5)
(B*A*R*R*Y) doth sayeth:
snip I was hoping someone had a secret photo of something really cool.
* G

Well, Hell, if it's COOL ya wants, THIS is cool.
http://www.madle.org/eak116i.htm



JOAT
You can't always judge by appearances, the early bird may have been up
all night.

On Sat, 5 Jan 2008 16:16:00 -0800 (PST), Lou
wrote:


Escaping yes, but not chocking.

Depends on the spacing.

There are anti-trapping, anti-choking spacing rules for cribs.

http://www.nsc.org/library/facts/cribtips.htm

"B A R R Y" wrote in message
...
I've been Googling 'till I've grown new callus on my fingertips, but I
can't find a photo of a doll cradle I like. I've also searched for
full-size cradles. I did find one Shaker antique that I *kind* of like,
but I think I can find better. Everything I'm finding looks either crude
or cheaply made, with little style.

I don't need plans, a simple photo will do. I'm looking for ideas that I
can size to my needs. The only requirement so far is that I don't turn
well, so a bunch of round spindles is out.

Does anyone have suggestions?

Take a look here Barry. Scroll all the way to the bottom for a photo of
very simple cradles the our club builds.
http://www.woodworkersofwhittier.org/christmas2007.html


--
********
Bill Pounds
http://www.billpounds.com

Bigpole explained on 1/7/2008 :
Here's a cradle I made for my Granddaughter.

"Bonehenge (B A R R Y)" wrote in message
news
On Fri, 04 Jan 2008 09:58:10 -0700, Doug Winterburn
wrote:

If you post this question in alt.binaries.pictures.woodworking, I'd be
happy to reply with some picture attachments of a cradle I built for my
grandson.


I'd appreciate that.

Thanks!



I don't know who gave it an "F" but I'd give it an "A+"