Denny Knappen Posted July 26, 2016 Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 As mentioned sometime back, about two weeks ago, someone purchased all 16, so the tree was empty. I made four last week and now four the week. The woods used are Maple for three with Walnut birds and Walnut with Aspen birds. The Maple must have had insect damage, look at the second birdhouse. This was a surprise when taking the compound cuts apart, but I still like the effect. The pattern is by Diana Thompson and found in CWWC May 2011. Comments wellcome. Lucky2, amazingkevin and frankorona 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penquin Posted July 26, 2016 Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 Very nice, again they look super. Got a winner there. Got to look up that issue. jim penquin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted July 26, 2016 Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 These little guys always bring a smile to my face, Denny......Nice work ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted July 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 Thanks, Jim and Steve. They are fun to cut. I really enjoy compound cutting. Fun seeing what falls out after cutting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdatelle Posted July 26, 2016 Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 Nice Denny. I like that second one. Gives it a little different style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted July 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 Thanks Ralph. Maybe the insect holes adds character. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted July 26, 2016 Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 You are the master bird houser. Those are great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted July 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 Thanks Paul. Not sure about master, there are many on the forum making these little ornaments. Diana Thompson 'Liked' my post on Facebook. Made my day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kywoodmaster Posted July 26, 2016 Report Share Posted July 26, 2016 Denny Looks like the ambrosia beetle paid that tree a visit. Maple trees that have been infected with the beetle have some of the most beautiful markings of any wood. I have seen the range from almost black thru the browns to a reddish hue. Great job on the cuttings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Well Darn, Denny has me excited to make some, so I went looking for the patterns I bought a several months ago. Can not find them anywhere. Guess they did not come along when I got my new computer. Oh well, I will keep looking and if no joy, I will buy them again. Keep Diana in business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Fine cutting! Beautiful wood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Those look great Denny! The one with the bug holes look like it was done by a miniature woodpecker! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montserrat Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 gorgeous - I love these Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Nicely done Denny, I see you notch the birds for mounting on the perch, I do the same thing. Len Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spirithorse Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Great work, Denny, Thanks for sharing. Does anyone reading this topic about the miniature bird houses know where patterns are available with the base on them so they are free standing?I didn't see any on Diana Thompson's site.God Bless! Spirithorse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Denny,They all look Fantastic!!! The insect damage just adds to the looks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 (edited) Great work, Denny, Thanks for sharing. Does anyone reading this topic about the miniature bird houses know where patterns are available with the base on them so they are free standing? I didn't see any on Diana Thompson's site. God Bless! Spirithorse They are on her site. You have to go looking for them. Edited July 27, 2016 by dgman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted July 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Thanks for all the nice comments. Yes, the standing ones are on her site. I purchased the set of 8 patterns. I think if you search for 'Miniature Birdhouses' you may come up with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 As mentioned sometime back, about two weeks ago, someone purchased all 16, so the tree was empty. I made four last week and now four the week. The woods used are Maple for three with Walnut birds and Walnut with Aspen birds. The Maple must have had insect damage, look at the second birdhouse. This was a surprise when taking the compound cuts apart, but I still like the effect. The pattern is by Diana Thompson and found in CWWC May 2011. Comments wellcome. these little guys are ready to sing for there dinner.Worms just love the sound they make and die listening toit ,lol I still haven't finished staining or painting the 196 i made .your right they do make you smile! :) :D ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montserrat Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Great work, Denny, Thanks for sharing. Does anyone reading this topic about the miniature bird houses know where patterns are available with the base on them so they are free standing? I didn't see any on Diana Thompson's site. God Bless! Spirithorse I think those are much bigger - and they are a Sue Mey Pattern, I think! I made one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted July 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 Actually the ones on Diana Thompson's site are about 4 to 5 inched tall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfie Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 Looks great thanks for sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 Perfect as always Denny. The one with the bug holes is nice but I love the last one. Dark wood is my all time favorite don't like light wood. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted July 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 Thanks Marg. The Walnut came out darker than I expected. Looks good with the Aspen bird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spirithorse Posted July 30, 2016 Report Share Posted July 30, 2016 They are on her site. You have to go looking for them. Gee, Thanks, dgman, I would think that since I said "I didn't see any on Diana Thompson's site." the implication would be that I DID already search her site. If the reply isn't helpful, I thnk it is a bit rude when a serious question is asked. Thanks anyway and God Bless! Spirithorse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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