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Gift Guide from our Shoppe
It's almost time for Christmas, and if you're looking for some special presents to give or make - I wanted to share some of the unique things we have to offer from our shoppe.
Everything we sell, we make and design in our workshop, nothing is made elsewhere. We have some favorite things that we always carry in our shoppe such as our wax polish, and then we usually introduce something new every now and then as well. This year I have a new tool, a beautiful awl. In addition to this we also offer many building plans, and I have collected a few here, that I think would be especially great for gift giving (no matter whether you're giving away the plan, or making the object in the plan to give away.)
So, here are our gift giving guide with objects and designs made in house:
Wax polish makes a great little gift or stocking stuffer - and it's suitable for anybody who either enjoys making things - OR likes to cook and spend time in the kitchen. We offer three different kinds of wax polish:
Made with 100% raw linseed oil and pure beeswax this is our go to finish for most woodworking related things. It's great for shop tools, projects etc...
Made with 100% tung oil and pure beeswax, this is a slight upgrade from the linseed. It offers a unique scent and cures slightly harder than the linseed. It's what we use on all projects of a slightly more special nature.
Made with food grade mineral oil and pure beeswax we use this polish in two areas: 1) In the kitchen on all wooden spoons, cutting boards etc. 2) In the shop on all metal tools and surfaces to prevent rust.
If you'd like to upgrade your wax polish purchase, then a wax pot is the way to go. Our wax pot is a take on the traditional grease pot that woodworkers always used to keep on their workbench. It's a small lidded box filled with mineral oil wax polish + one additional tin of wax polish for refill. This is tactile, classic and a very useful object to keep on your bench and constantly reach for.
Many awls are quite dull and not very pointy. We were looking for an awl that held a great point and comfortable handle, so this is what we came up with. The handles are cut here in the workshop, and we use HSS steel which we work to get a sharp point. Ever since making these awls, we use them all the time - whether for woodworking, leatherworking or bookbinding. It has an excellent point and is very comfortable to use.
We also make a special keepsake gift box especially designed to hold this object which it comes with.
A classic toy, whether for children or fidgety adults. Our take on the spinning top is simple and traditional. It spins very well and is made in beautiful hardwood maple. We offer two sizes: A large one which comes with a special spinning dish, and a small one. Both come in specially made keepsake boxes to hold them.
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For any children in your life, this classic kids play and train table makes a perfect gift. In our building plan we offer .svg files if you want to cut it out on a CNC, as well as detailed diagrams and measurements if you want to copy the design onto plywood and cut it out with a jigsaw. The four sides interconnect with mortise and tenon design, and it features two removable shelves, one below to store things on, and one above to play on.
If your recipient is interested in bookbinding, you might have heard of just how expensive the tools are to buy, or practically impossible to find. We offer a series of building plans for classic bookbinding tools:
- book press, - sewing frame, - book vise + cutting tool. You can purchase each plan individually or get a discount if you get the bundle with all of them.
If you're looking to cut out some furniture on your CNC (or trace the design and use a jigsaw), we have three plans which I think would be great to make gifts from.
Using only 1 sheet of plywood, this desk features a modern and clean design. We use this desk every day and it's a personal favorite.
Mirroring the design of the adult desk, this kids version is great for kids anywhere from 2-6 years old. The chair and desk / table set is very versatile and can be used in a bunch of places. You can also make several two or three chairs for one table, to fit several children.
In our house, we have this design of a bookcase in several rooms. It's clean, practical and nice looking and feature interconnected joinery.
If you'd like to make some fun small houses to play with or display
Small designs
Finally some small building plans which I think make fun little gifts:
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If you’re ordering a physical product (all plans are downloadable PDF files), make sure to put your order in BEFORE Dec 15, 2024 in order to get it in time for Christmas.