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Old 09-23-2003, 07:50 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Woodworking an "art"?

Here's a table I made for my dog's food/water bowls...



I recessed the footprint of each bowl about 1/8" so that the bowl sits snugly in the top. The bone shaped legs were just a fun touch... whaddya think?
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Old 09-23-2003, 07:57 PM   #2 (permalink)
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bangin table man!!! I'm not sure if it counts as art but why not? ^__^'
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Old 09-23-2003, 09:07 PM   #3 (permalink)
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heh, cute.

my dog has the exact same water feeder thing. cept he's a wuss and won't drink from it because it makes gurgling sounds.
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Old 09-23-2003, 09:08 PM   #4 (permalink)
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Oh, wow. Very cool. My dogs' dishbowl holders are made to look like the dogs themselves...of course I didn't do it.

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Old 09-23-2003, 09:54 PM   #5 (permalink)
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OF COURSE ITS ART!!!!!!

anytime you express yourself in something creativly you are being artistic!

I mean seriously, why go out and buy something you can make eh?

good job. is that just clear coated or do you plan on putting a stain on it?
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Old 09-23-2003, 10:06 PM   #6 (permalink)
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OF COURSE ITS ART!!!!!!

anytime you express yourself in something creativly you are being artistic!

I mean seriously, why go out and buy something you can make eh?

good job. is that just clear coated or do you plan on putting a stain on it?
I put a couple of coats of indoor/outdoor urethane on it to seal it. He's a bit blind and has a tendency to nudge the bowl when he finds it, so I wanted to make it resistant to spills. I tend to steer away from coloring the wood...I like the natural finishes. The urethane I picked left a bit of an amber tint though, and I'm not sure that I like it...
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Old 09-24-2003, 04:49 AM   #7 (permalink)
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made me laugh.. good stuff.
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Old 11-04-2003, 11:22 PM   #8 (permalink)
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way cool photo man.
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Old 12-01-2003, 07:50 AM   #9 (permalink)
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Nice man. Cool table.

And of course its art! My father and I have built a few strip-built canoes. Perhaps Ill post a picture or two.

If anyone told me those wernt art, I think Id flip.

Anything you envision and create can be art.
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Old 12-06-2003, 12:58 PM   #10 (permalink)
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That table = coolness.
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Old 12-06-2003, 02:46 PM   #11 (permalink)
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I like it, it's cool
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Old 12-08-2003, 07:24 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Looks cool, good theme, easy to identify.

What kind of wood is it made of?
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Old 12-08-2003, 08:07 PM   #13 (permalink)
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Looks cool, good theme, easy to identify.

What kind of wood is it made of?
The top is made of 1/2 inch plywood and 1/4 inch luan... the sides are made of yellow pine. (cheap and plentiful) I just recently started using more exotic woods...mahogany and walnut. Perhaps I'll post a couple of pics of those projects.
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Old 12-09-2003, 02:14 PM   #14 (permalink)
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i think it is art... some of the woodcarvings i've seen are amazing.

good job on the dog table.
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Old 12-09-2003, 09:40 PM   #15 (permalink)
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Old 12-22-2003, 11:44 AM   #16 (permalink)
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art have a very very wide definition....i'd say that's art. the table looks very professional...-ly done
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Old 12-27-2003, 01:20 PM   #17 (permalink)
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cool table, nice to know the dog appreciates it
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Old 12-28-2003, 03:43 PM   #18 (permalink)
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awwwwww i love it! it's a fabulous dog feeder table.
good craftsmanship. very cute design. solid.

cute doggie, too
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Old 12-31-2003, 10:54 AM   #19 (permalink)
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what a cute doggie! nice table too!
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Old 01-15-2004, 02:09 PM   #20 (permalink)
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Man!!! That must be one lucky dog. A manmade table all to him/her? self. Very nice and the leg bones give it character.

Did you also make the water and food dishes? I have never seen anything like those before.
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Old 01-15-2004, 04:31 PM   #21 (permalink)
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Man!!! That must be one lucky dog. A manmade table all to him/her? self. Very nice and the leg bones give it character.

Did you also make the water and food dishes? I have never seen anything like those before.
The dog is very pampered, I agree. I bought the water and food dishes at PetSmart awhile ago. My mom wanted a table for her dogs too, so I ended up making her one for xmas.

Thanx for the compliments all!
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Old 02-05-2004, 09:36 AM   #22 (permalink)
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Love the idea of routing out the outline of each bowl. May create one simliar to yours, if you do not mind. How did you connect the bone legs to the table?
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Old 02-05-2004, 10:35 AM   #23 (permalink)
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Love the idea of routing out the outline of each bowl. May create one simliar to yours, if you do not mind. How did you connect the bone legs to the table?
I tried using a router the first time, but found it difficult. For this one I took a piece of 1/4" luan and used a scroll saw to cut the footprint of the bowls into it. Then I attached the legs to a piece of 1/2" plywood using screws, and glued the luan to the top of that (hiding the screws). I finished the edges with some scrap pine that I had.

Feel free to use the design. Lemme know if you need any further clarifications...
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Old 02-05-2004, 03:13 PM   #24 (permalink)
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fhqwhgads , have you done any lathe work? I'm an avid turner and find that the lathe grants more artistic liberty than flat work. I primarily turn bowls and hollow vessels, though spindle work is satisfying. I would post a couple pics but my digi cam is less than cooperative with my new computer.
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Old 02-05-2004, 07:07 PM   #25 (permalink)
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I would love to turn, but I do not have a lathe. My woodshop is only big enough for a few tools, and I'm almost at capacity now. I watch shows about turning every chance I get, and I'm really looking forward to being able to try it some time.

When I need to scratch that creative itch, I use the scroll saw. I haven't done anything too intricate yet, but I love being able to have that much fine control over the wood.
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Old 02-06-2004, 06:47 AM   #26 (permalink)
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If you get a chance to turn take it. The fine control over the oreintation of grain and figure make it worthwhile alone, but the ability to create the subtle curve is what keeps me at the lathe. Look into local woodturning clubs, they have become more prevalant(sp?) in the last few years. Often they have demonstrations and some even have a loaner lathe for new members. Give turning a try, I bet you would like it.
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Old 02-06-2004, 08:10 AM   #27 (permalink)
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OF COURSE ITS ART!!!!!!

anytime you express yourself in something creativly you are being artistic!
well said!
i agree... and i think it's great...
Willow would love this... (going to have to point him in the direction of this thread)

would love to see more as you make it



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Old 02-07-2004, 12:44 PM   #28 (permalink)
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my dog has the exact same water feeder thing. cept he's a wuss and won't drink from it because it makes gurgling sounds.
Hahaha....I just coughed up a swallow of coffee on that one! Gotta love dogs. Snarly teeth, fast runners...big wimps!

Fun table. Cute doggie! I think its great that you take time to make your pet's life easier. Good for you! And, just because I'm curious, what kind of dog?
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Old 02-07-2004, 07:44 PM   #29 (permalink)
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oh that's very cool, whether or not people call it art
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Old 02-07-2004, 09:35 PM   #30 (permalink)
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Damn right it's art! I only wish I was as gifted!
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Old 02-16-2004, 02:13 PM   #31 (permalink)
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I think thats awesome. well done.
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Old 02-16-2004, 09:35 PM   #32 (permalink)
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Very well done, nice job on the finish. You mentioned exotic woods and that you liked natural finishes. In that case, just let me say that if you ever have the chance to make something out of Bubinga wood, take it! It looks absolutely INCREDIBLE when finished properly.
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Old 02-25-2004, 11:54 PM   #33 (permalink)
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terrific table, terrific dog.. nice work!
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Old 02-26-2004, 03:58 PM   #34 (permalink)
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That is a most excellent bowl set-up. Your doggy should be proud.
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Old 02-26-2004, 04:05 PM   #35 (permalink)
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haha, nice one man, i have the same water thing for my dog too, except its blue... but yeah, very impressive!
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Old 02-27-2004, 06:33 AM   #36 (permalink)
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Anything that contains any sort of expression from it's creator is art.

Therefore, if you care about the work you do when creating something, it's art.

I like the table.
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