BumpinThumpin Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J W Bennett Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt87 Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 An outhouse paper holder? Could be as simple as a spike to drive into the wall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutchmancreek Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BumpinThumpin Posted November 19, 2007 Author Share Posted November 19, 2007 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerald Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 Don't forget the door knocker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammerkid Posted November 19, 2007 Share Posted November 19, 2007 how bout` nail hooks to hang stuff on?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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