Does anybody wish to participate in a Christmas cook-up. Rules are
Must be carved between now and Christmas Eve
Must be given to a none carver this Christmas
Any scale/type/subject as long as it solid wood
Lou
The above statement was used to launch last year's Christmas Cook-Up. I was delighted at the feeling it gave me to see the expression on my friend's face. This year I have already selected the recipient of my Christmas project. I don't intent to carve much before November but wanted to alert everyone to the cook-up. For those who do not know or feel they cannot carve, I am willing to do a tutorial similar to that of the "Convair Charger" project. http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/SMF/index.php?topic=234.0
Lou
I am seriously considering carving up a couple of models in pairs with the intent on giving one to my pastor. He would love to have a P-47 Razorback and I am thinking about finally giving him one this year. This is the gentleman I built the monster Hellcat for. So, I will try to do this same thing and will post it in the cookup if I pull it off.
Ken Pugh
A cook-up has been nominated and approved (It only takes two builders) and they usually never end, but this one will Christmas Eve 2010! :o :P
Let the chips fly Gents ;D
There are so very accurate P-47 drawings available on line. I hope it work out for you.
Lou
I have started an Airtoon BAe Hawk 200 for my frien Sean. Just another two months to go.
Lou
Did you know that there was in fact an aircraft by the name of 'Christmas' a low wing single engine design,that would be a novelty to build if I can find the photograph which was published in a very old copy of 'Model Aircraft' magazine,unless there is something on the net I have not looked as yet unless someone comes up with it.
Barry.
As a subject can I build something painted in red and geen ?
It was called the 'Christmas Bullet' a neat little machine powered with a Liberty engine,that may be my subject if it is allowed ?
Barry.
The only requirement is that you build to give away as a Christmas present.
Lou
Thats no problem,the wife will love it !
Barry.
I want an SE5A ;D ::) :P Please!
Did I forget to say give it away to someone who does not know how to carve!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Lou
Maybe Santa could help you out.
Check out http://picsicio.us/keyword/se5a%20plans/
lou
There is a group of Se-5a scans in the SMM gallery uploaded a couple of years ago by Marsh.
http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/thumbnails.php?album=search&keywords=on&search=Se-5A (http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/thumbnails.php?album=search&keywords=on&search=Se-5A)
Since there are so few carving days til Christmas, a reminder that time marches on. Here is my project to date. I have a deadline of early Dec as I plan on mailing it so it arrives for Christmas.
Lou
Barry, here is a drawing of the Christmas Bullet...
I was amazed when you came up with this one Dave,well done and it will be built in due course.
Barry.
My Christmas Cook-Up gift model is ready for shipping.
(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/10004/DSCF3451.JPG)
http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/displayimage.php?pid=4882
Build time is approx 10 hours with almost two of those delegated to decal placement. The BAe Hawk is current used by NFTC at Cold Lake Alberta and was my former employer before I retired. The recipient is a current Bombardier employee. Bombardier and the Canadian Military jointly operate the CT-155 to provide advanced fighter pilot training to NATO countries.
Lou
Very cool Lou. It will make a great gift.
My P-47 is built and the basic painting is done, now on to the markings. I sure hope I can finish it before Christmas, but definitely before the end of the year.
Ken Pugh
The parcel is wrapped but being too close to Christmas to mail, hence my friend Sean will benefit this year. Delivery will be this evening.
Lou
My P-47 is done. I called the church this morning to deliver to my pastor only to find the office was closed. He will get it next week. Basswood with poplar wing. Completely hand painted, including the markings.
Ken Pugh
(http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/albums/userpics/10019/normal_p47dgabreski.JPG)
http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/displayimage.php?pid=4910 (http://smm.solidmodelmemories.net/Gallery/displayimage.php?pid=4910)
My two solid model gifts for 2010.
Merry Christmas
Ken and Dave. Excellent workmanship. I am sure the recipients will be extremely please with their gift.
Lou
Thanks Lou, they were a big success.