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  1. 15th December 2006, 11:44 AM #1
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    At last it's done! Ended up getting the hair from a lady who organises wigs for dolls. It's lovely. Have made my own bridle etc from leather and brass, and will make the saddle when my daughter is big enough to climb on more easily. Bought the GMC lathe to make the spindles - first bit of turning I've done, very steep learning curve.
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    Looks fantastic Channa! The littl'un will be stoked with that. Great job.



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    Great Work Channa! Looks great and as TTIT said, sure the kids will love it!
    Have a nice day - Cheers
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    Very nice Channa. Very nice.

    Is it laminated ply?
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    Thanks guys. Yes, it is laminated ply. the body sections are vertical, then there is a 10 degree wedge running the length of the body to make the legs flare out, and the legs and muscle blocks attach to these.

    My duaghter can climb onto it, but isn't big enough to get it rocking yet. Can't wait...
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    it rocks! looks good

    keep meaning to make one for my young fella too
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    The laminated ply comes up a treat. I like the "isopleth" look that the ply adds to the design.
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    Just love it.

    I bet one day your little girl will teach your grand-daughter to ride it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by TEEJAY View Post
    Just love it.

    I bet one day your little girl will teach your grand-daughter to ride it.
    Have to agree. Well done Channa
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    Excellent job Channa, your daughter is going to have many years of enjoyment on the rocking horse. Well done.
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    Fantastic job, heirloom quality
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    G'Day Channa

    That's VERY impressive. The effect of the laminated ply is striking. I can imagine the pride in your daughters voice as she tells her friends "My Dad made this"...when her kids are playing on it!

    You've already inspire me to try something using laminated timber. I can assure you that the first project won't be quite that ambitions though!

    Well done mate (sorry...well done Bro)

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    Excellent work, she's a keeper!
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