MAY 2018 Project of the Month - The "Mini Colonial Rocking Horse!"

Hello,

This project is a decorative miniature version of a wooden "Colonial-style” Rocking Horse! Shrunk and modified to about 1/4-size from what full-size plans would be.

This vintage décor piece adds classic charm to any room. Display on a bookshelf, fireplace mantle, side table or coffee table. The Mini Colonial Rocking Horse will look great in your living room, bedroom, office or guest room!

The project uses just the 1/16" Carving Bit and the 1/8" Cutting Bit. No other bits are required. Finished dimensions are about: 12" long x 7" tall x 3.75" deep

Main items you will need:

1) The Project Files (included):
• Front-Legs-and-Body.mpc
• Head_and_Middle_Sections.mpc
• Rockers-and-Back-Legs.mpc

2) Boards with the following dimensions: Three boards: 0.5" x 5.5" x 24"

NOTE: Do not use boards that are smaller than specified above unless using an appropriate jig.

3) Sandpaper, glue, stain and/or paint and clear finish

4) 0.25" diameter dowel

5) A Dremel-type rotary tool with assorted abrasive attachments to aid the sanding process. A spindle sander and/or small belt sander can help speed up sanding/surface preparation even more.


Apply the finish of your choice.
Here’s what I used on the sample Mini Colonial Rocking Horse made from Select Pine:

• Applied two coats thinned Bulls Eye SealCoat (50/50 SealCoat and denatured alcohol)
• Sanded when dry
• Applied Rust-Oleum Cabernet Stain to horse
• Applied Rust-Oleum Wheat Stain to rocker base
• Several light coats Krylon Clear Spray overall

Here's the webpage link to this Project: http://store.carvewright.com/product...cat=312&page=4

NOTE: Project of the Month Subscribers will receive a download link this project automatically.

Fascinating project Michael! I like the fast look of the legs. Should be a conversation piece to accent any room! Looking forward to carving several!