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This is a discussion on Cabin Ideas? within the Blacksmithin' forums, part of the Blacksmithing category; Christmas is approaching and I have been trying to come up with gift ideas. One close friend has on their ...
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11-17-2007, 03:11 AM
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 Cabin Ideas?
Christmas is approaching and I have been trying to come up with gift ideas. One close friend has on their ranch a genuine log cabin, built in the 1870's.70- 80% original. Over the last couple of years my friend has replaced some of the bottom timbers, redone the roof and added a concrete floor(previously dirt). It also contains the original wood burning stove. It has a "spring house" outside; for those that don't know consider it an antiquated refrigerator, and an out house. The cabin is still used at different times of the year. I would like ideas for things that would compliment and/or add comfort/necessity features while still remaining "period" items. I hesitate to place anything "too nice" because wandering hunters/hikers may be tempted to load it up and pack it away. Any thoughts and ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Last edited by BumpinThumpin; 11-17-2007 at 03:14 AM.  |
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11-17-2007, 08:52 AM
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An assortment of drive hooks either plain or with folded leaves are always useful. A couple of lantern hangers sort of like planthanger/dinner bell brackets would be a useful item also. A rug beater with a braided or basket twist handle would go well with a cabin. Door pulls and hardware for interior/Exterior doors ......... John
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Could be as simple as a spike to drive into the wall.
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11-17-2007, 01:04 PM
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Right now I'm making candle holders for a friend with a cabin. I've already made his fireplace set. Other ideas.. Forged hinges and door pulls Towel rod/holder Hat, coat hooks Lantern hangers for outside the door A tripod or pot rack for outdoor cooking Dutch oven lid lifter, meat forks, tongs, meat flippers If there's a fire place, then fire tools, trivets, a pot crane A bootscraper for the door way Steve
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11-17-2007, 04:22 PM
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I agree that fireplace items are a nice touch. A pot crane, adjustable trammel and "S" hooks are good period pieces as are fire tools.
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11-19-2007, 02:16 AM
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JWB. I had not considered the rug beater. It will be made. Matt. I have the technology, I think it's a keeper.  Gary&Dutchman. Thank you for the thoughts. Most of those items are needed. Over time I will complete the majority of these. Appreciate the thoughts. |
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11-19-2007, 02:25 PM
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how bout` nail hooks to hang stuff on??
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