Finished these this afternoon. One of them I'm very happy with, one, not sure.

 

This one I was attempting to make it look like trees and I drew them with inkscape. I'm just not sure how I feel about it, especially in the day light.

 

Here is it with the lights down and the tea light on. I like it much better under these conditions but I think it's only natural it would look better in the dark.

 

This next one, is a commission of sorts, although I know it's not something I can charge for. This is a tribute to a young man I've mentioned a couple of times. He was a rising sports star in our area, well liked, and a good student as well. Tragically he suffered heat stroke at wrestling camp earlier this year and died. His grandmother, who is a good friend and neighbor asked me if I could make a football shaped Christmas ornament with his football jersey number on it. Asked her what she had in mind and she said "surprise me". I knew immediately what I wanted to do.  Haven't given it to her as yet as it still smells like lacquer.

 

Getting the shape right was actually harder than I thought it would be, it took me a few before I had one I thought was ok. On one side is the nativity with his number opposite.

 

I like this one much better than the first one but it also looks better with the lights off.

 

 

Hoping she likes it as it's not really something you can hang on a tree.

 

 

Steve

Edited December 9, 20169 yr by Steve Krumanaker
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Holy COW!! Those look really impressive!

Very nice Steve.  Are they to heavy for the tree.  Find a spot further in on a branch where it is sturdier.  The light will keep it visible.

What a wonderful tribute. I'm certain his grandmother will cherish and display it proudly.

 

Both are fantastic!

Beautiful work Steve. The tribute piece is awesome! I think you captured the essence of her request and far beyond...I suspect she will display year-a-round. Thanks for sharing the pieces and especially the story behind the tribute piece. May it grant the family tranquility, comfort and special memories during this first Christmas season with his absence.

Fantastic work, Steve. The first one is truly awesome. With or without the light on.

There are no words to express how wonderfully generous and thoughtful you are in creating such a beautiful remembrance for a loving grandmother and friend.

You are a good man.

That is quite a tribute. Love the idea of different emphasis on each side.

You blew me away with those, Steve, just incredibly beautiful and the workmanship is flawless.  If I was ever able to do that kind of work I would retire from woodworking.

Herb

  Wow! Your heart was in this project from start to finish. Beautiful work.

Thanks everyone, for looking, and for the nice comments.

 

Steve

Beautiful work on all of them. very nice ideas and I am sure they will be well received. Thanks for showing.