LCHIEN
a few things i've found about WW projects for gifts.
One, don't tell them about it beforehand, it increases the time pressure and expectations. The surprise is better if its a complete surprise.
two, give yourself way more time than needed because that's what it takes or else you find yourself in a time bind where mistakes are made and Blood pressures raised (opposite effect of what is normaly desired)
three its hard to beat mass production, those humidors they probably bought the hardware at 100 piece prices bulk packed. If you want to give someone something because you made it or you just want to make it, the go ahead and do so, Your mom will always love you and your gift. Try to make something personal, with special touches you can't buy, with some custom features they can't get just anywhere.
four, if its something that several people will enjoy, make several and an extra or two. Usually setup and jigging take the most time, once you cut one, you can cut, drill and finish several with a modest additional amount of time investment. And it will give you one to burn (if it comes out not quite right).
Lastly you should enjoy making it.
One, don't tell them about it beforehand, it increases the time pressure and expectations. The surprise is better if its a complete surprise.
two, give yourself way more time than needed because that's what it takes or else you find yourself in a time bind where mistakes are made and Blood pressures raised (opposite effect of what is normaly desired)
three its hard to beat mass production, those humidors they probably bought the hardware at 100 piece prices bulk packed. If you want to give someone something because you made it or you just want to make it, the go ahead and do so, Your mom will always love you and your gift. Try to make something personal, with special touches you can't buy, with some custom features they can't get just anywhere.
four, if its something that several people will enjoy, make several and an extra or two. Usually setup and jigging take the most time, once you cut one, you can cut, drill and finish several with a modest additional amount of time investment. And it will give you one to burn (if it comes out not quite right).
Lastly you should enjoy making it.
Loring in Katy, TX USA
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