Need Baby Gift Advice

[Raymond Seward]

I am going to be a Great-Great Uncle....we are all thrilled. I need ideas as to what to make for a gift. Needs to be something shippable....
Please give me your ideas! Thanks
Happy New Year!!
Ray

[Jerry Wright]

Turned baby rattle (lots of examples on web), small box for baby's lifelong keepsakes, frame for first pictures.....they will be pleased with whatever great great uncle makes and signs.

[Bill McNiel]

Baby rattles BS from scrap, filled with shot or BBs and finished with Veg Oil or Kitchen Counter Oil (Boos).

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[Raymond Seward]

Thanks for your suggestions :-)

[Ed Aumiller]

If it is a boy, a set of Lincoln logs... a BIG set, you can never make a set too big...
If it is a girl, a cradle for doll babies...

[Frederick Skelly]

If it is a boy, a set of Lincoln logs... a BIG set, you can never make a set too big....

This is a great idea, regardless of the baby's gender - grow them smart and creative from an early age!

Another idea is a child sized chair. I do those and they are always well received.

[Dan Hahr]

A set of simple maple blocks. Size them in increments of 1 x 1 x 1, 1 x 1 x 2, 2 x 2 x 2, 2 x 2 x 4, etc so they will stack in various positions. Round over the edges with a 1/8 bit. Add some long strips and some odd pieces and shapes. No finish necessary. They will last generations and I'll bet they get played with the most until someone buys a video game for the kid.

Dan

[Bill McDermott]

Blocks are an excellent idea.
I enjoy making simple step stools for growing families. You know, so the child can reach the sink to wash up. You can make it quick and easy, or throw in a little pizazz.

[Bruce Wrenn]

Child's high chair in WoodSmith issue #57. I've made several for grand kids, or their kids. Knocks down flat for both storage or shipping. Tray is removable so it can be used as a "booster chair."

[Raymond Seward]

More great ideas!! Thank you!

[John K Jordan]

Raymond,

I do something a little different. I enjoy woodturning so for a baby girl I make a turned box. Might be an odd present for a baby my thinking: mamma can use it for diaper pins when (for those who still use them), the little girl can use it for bugs or pebbles, when older she might put a necklace or some keepsake. These have been extremely well received. This was one:

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When nearly a year old, both girls and boys love to sit on this and will use it for at least 3-4 years. The one I made was used by three sons and two grandsons so far. I have plans if anyone is interested.

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JKJ

[Mel Fulks]

Good idea well done, John. Children are fascinated by stuff that "was mine when I was little". And they figure out that it's still theirs.

[Raymond Seward]

Great work John...and I'll take a copy of those plans....I'll pm you ....thanks!

Raymond,

I do something a little different. I enjoy woodturning so for a baby girl I make a turned box. Might be an odd present for a baby my thinking: mamma can use it for diaper pins when (for those who still use them), the little girl can use it for bugs or pebbles, when older she might put a necklace or some keepsake. These have been extremely well received. This was one:

cocobolobox_w.jpg

When nearly a year old, both girls and boys love to sit on this and will use it for at least 3-4 years. The one I made was used by three sons and two grandsons so far. I have plans if anyone is interested.

rocking_horse.jpg

JKJ

[John K Jordan]

Send by email - let me know if you don't get them for some reason. Also, if you decide to make one and have any questions.

JK