I had to take two pictures of these new honey dippers because the above shows more detail, and below shows the color so nicely.
These will be going to the Ryder Road Farms Marketplace on Robin's next trip over. All are made from Cherry and finished with mineral oil. I don't think I could turn two of the same if I tried. They truly are one of a kinds.
Ryder Road Farms Marketplace is coming together nicely.
On the second shelf from the top, on the right side, notice the small table and chair. The picture below is a close-up.
Very cool.
Rainy spring day today, a good day to cuddle up with a loved one or a good book. These two are usually close by, whatever room we happen to be in.
Today I turned a honey dipper and realized how long it's been since I last turned one.
I finished this with mineral oil and then, while it was still on the lathe, I applied bees wax and polished it with a paper towel.
And of course my trusty companion Eve was outside waiting for me. Waiting for me to throw a ball or frisbee for her that is.
First photos from Ryder Road Farms Marketplace.
Our youngest in the loft doorway a couple of years ago. This opening had a track for a door above it, but no doors.
My father salvaged these doors from a neighbor, when they replaced them with more modern doors. He asked me if I wanted them and thank goodness I said yes. I was able to find the old door hardware in the barn and when we fastened them this is what we had.
I will have to adjust my opening, but can you imagine a better fit? Opportunities arise every day, some of the time we can benefit from them, and some of the time they just aren't meant to be.
Robin and I were walking around yesterday afternoon, just checking the different gardens out, and seeing what was popping up. She said this was her favorite part of spring, remembering where she planted stuff from last year. Tulips from her Dad.
Daffodils seem to be multiplying every year.
There is something special about the first fire of the spring. It's still damp and cold enough to see your breath when you are starting it, and this one was done before the time change, so it got dark pretty quick. The kids had asked to roast some marshmallows and of course we could roast them on the grill, but I think that's lame. So up to the barn for some 150 year old kindling (lath) and a couple of pieces of Ash, and we had a nice little fire. How many times are the throw togethers some of the best memories. Almost every time I say.
