My first woodworking project ever. Would like some feedback.

**pr_capone** · 12:23 AM

I posted a while back that I got a new puppy. Well, we started shopping for dog houses and were absolutly shocked at how much those damn things cost.

For an "igloo" model (basically a piece of shit plastic mold in the shape of an igloo) for a full size dog was $125+.

So, because I am not willing to pay that much for a piece of plastic, I decided to look on the net for plans. I found one that I was particularly drawn to and decided to go with it.

Total cost for this doghouse (not including most of a sunday) was 40.00. I am no master craftsman but I think it came out pretty damn good. I still have to do some painting on the roof (which is removable BTW)... I am thinking of writing her name across the roof or something.

The fruits of my labor:

Thoughts, comments, or suggestions?

Moooo · 06-20-2006, 11:37 PM

It's people like you, who make me feel useless... Good work!

And I think no matter what anyone on here says about anything, your true sign of good work comes from the canine seal of approval shown in the pics. If the dog likes it (which she does), and it looks nice (which it does), it's all good.

Moooo

StcChief · 06-20-2006, 11:42 PM

Nice job. Outside use? Will need shingles.

**pr_capone** · 06-20-2006, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by nm_dbf

Nice job. Outside use? Will need shingles.

I made use of outdoor barn paint which is oil based. I have 4 coats of the stuff on the house. Since oil based paint is water resistant, shouldnt that be enough?

**pr_capone** · 06-20-2006, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Moooo

It's people like you, who make me feel useless... Good work!

And I think no matter what anyone on here says about anything, your true sign of good work comes from the canine seal of approval shown in the pics. If the dog likes it (which she does), and it looks nice (which it does), it's all good.

Moooo

Thank you for your kind words Moooo!

stevieray · 06-20-2006, 11:47 PM

Man that dog looks real, you should do more carving.

**pr_capone** · 06-20-2006, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by stevieray

Man that dog looks real, you should do more carving.

**Rausch** · 06-20-2006, 11:49 PM

I'd recomend moving it away from the fireplace...

**pr_capone** · 06-20-2006, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Rausch

I'd recomend moving it away from the fireplace...

lol

Thats not its permanent location... that is just for tonight.

Plus... who the hell would be using a fireplace in the middle of summer?!?! lol

Halfcan · 06-20-2006, 11:55 PM

Should have put in a little stereo and a bar for him.

**pr_capone** · 06-21-2006, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Halfcan

Should have put in a little stereo and a bar for him.

I did! Its in the basement.

Monkeylook4food · 06-21-2006, 02:19 AM

Congrats. Keep at it. Maybe one day you'll do something like this:

That's a trophy and the pedestal was made by yours truly and then painted to look like bronze by Stevieray.

Monkeylook4food · 06-21-2006, 02:20 AM

Here's another wooden pedestal painted by Stevie.

Guess who the trophies belong to:

ZootedGranny · 06-21-2006, 03:09 AM

OldTownChief · 06-21-2006, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Monkeylook4food

Here's another wooden pedestal painted by Stevie.

Guess who the trophies belong to:

Cool how you installed a light switch and electrical outlet on the ceiling and glued the trophy to the wall.

06-20-2006, 11:35 PM
pr_capone ** SOC & ** YOU Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chiefs Hell Casino cash: $10018214	My first woodworking project ever. Would like some feedback. I posted a while back that I got a new puppy. Well, we started shopping for dog houses and were absolutly shocked at how much those damn things cost. For an "igloo" model (basically a piece of shit plastic mold in the shape of an igloo) for a full size dog was $125+. So, because I am not willing to pay that much for a piece of plastic, I decided to look on the net for plans. I found one that I was particularly drawn to and decided to go with it. Total cost for this doghouse (not including most of a sunday) was 40.00. I am no master craftsman but I think it came out pretty damn good. I still have to do some painting on the roof (which is removable BTW)... I am thinking of writing her name across the roof or something. The fruits of my labor: Thoughts, comments, or suggestions? Last edited by pr_capone; 06-21-2006 at 12:23 AM..
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