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So I have no talent for this but my daughter needed a new toy box so I figured I try my hand at it.

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September 16, 2018, 06:13 PM
cslinger
So I have no talent for this but my daughter needed a new toy box so I figured I try my hand at it.
I am reasonably handy but have NO talent for building or creating things. I am a writer.

I have picked up a skill or two here or there so I figured I would use this as a learning opportunity and work on throwing a toy box together for my daughter. So far my idea and execution are turning out better then I thought. I took inspiration from some pictures I saw online.

It’s not perfect but it’s stout and will hold some toys and I am proud of what my untalented dumb ass could hammer out. No beeding yet though. It’s not a project without blood.

The box as she stands today. I braced the floor with a big ass 2x4...in case she wants to store ammo. Smile



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Chris
September 16, 2018, 06:15 PM
RHINOWSO
Nice! I’m sure she’ll love it for her toys!
September 16, 2018, 06:16 PM
SigJacket
I like the look. I think you’ll want bigger handles.


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September 16, 2018, 06:29 PM
12GA
Hey that looks great - good job Dad!


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September 16, 2018, 06:31 PM
P250UA5
I like it! I've been considering a similar style for some outdoor garden planters.



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September 16, 2018, 06:34 PM
.38supersig
Cool!

The only thing I could think of is a 2x6 when she starts shopping for a Barrett. Wink



September 16, 2018, 08:56 PM
Elk Hunter
Nice job there Dad!

I agree that a little stouter handles might work better. But then, if it will not be moved around much those handles may do just fine.


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September 16, 2018, 09:05 PM
71 TRUCK
Very nice looking.
Are you going to put a lid on it?



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September 16, 2018, 09:12 PM
Georgeair
So, let's be honest like a dad is in his own mind.

What, if anything, aren't you happy with or would have done differently?


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September 16, 2018, 09:16 PM
cslinger
Going to put a lid with slow close shocks.
Handles are really just decorative.

So far I am pleased with it. I have lots of sanding and touch up painting to do.


Take Care, Shoot Safe,
Chris
September 16, 2018, 10:24 PM
jimmy123x
She might climb in there playing hide and seek or something so be careful if you put a latch on it.

But it looks really nice.
September 16, 2018, 10:33 PM
cslinger
Shit, I am thinking of climbing in there and hiding from everybody.


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Chris
September 16, 2018, 11:50 PM
konata88
Nice box! Respect! Explain the shoes.



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September 17, 2018, 08:18 AM
ShouldBFishin
Nice job dad!


I still have the toy box that my dad built for me when I was quite small. Complete with the saw marks I made with the hand saw that came in the carpenter's tool box set I got shortly after...
September 17, 2018, 08:47 AM
BurtonRW
Did you consider casters?

And yeah... those shoes?

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September 17, 2018, 09:01 AM
molachi
I agree with BurtonRW. Looks good but what about some wheels? If she gets enough toys in it might get heavy.
September 17, 2018, 09:02 AM
StarTraveler
Nice box! Casters will be a good suggestion if you plan to move it around without taking all of the toys out.

The shoes: rollerskates?


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September 17, 2018, 09:17 AM
comet24
That's awesome. Great job!


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September 17, 2018, 09:49 AM
ArLEOret
Good job, Pop..


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September 17, 2018, 01:11 PM
cslinger
What shoes????

I see no shoes???


Take Care, Shoot Safe,
Chris