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 Changing Station |
 Chest of Drawers |
 Crib |
My son and his wife are expecting their first child, our first grandson, Ryan Patrick, around mid-November, 2003. They asked me to design and build three pieces of furniture for the new baby. I went to a local baby store and got some ideas. The results can be seen by clicking the above pictures.
All the furniture was constructed using Sassafras. I got the hardware from Rockler, McFeeleys, Knobs 'R Us and Home Depot. Labor not withstanding, the whole project cost $400. One piece from from the local baby furniture store was $495! The finish was Pilgrim Maple dye, 2# cut shellac and WB lacquer.
They chose a nautical theme for the room. My wife and I bought a small sail boat while we were visiting St. Augustine, Florida. I built a small shelf with galley rails for the boat. They bought porcelain knobs with a sail boat image. The result is quite nice.
Update:
Ryan Patrick is here! Born on November 28, 2003, he weighed 10 lbs. 7 ounces
and was 21 inches long!
Last Updated: September 14, 2005