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Thanks to all who offered suggestions for sources of plans for doll-sized cribs. I got the plans and a kit (spindles, plugs) from A.P. Meisel, and while a bit pricey when shipping was added, the plans and kit were as advertised.
The plans were quite simple, but had to be modified so the crib could be easily disassembled for shipping to the grand-daughter's residence. Also, I used poplar instead of maple to save a little in weight. The bottom of the crib is 1/4" hardboard.
I used a "peg and screw" system for attaching the rails to the cradle ends. The pegs were positioned with a doweling jig, as would be done with dowel-reinforced joints, except in this case, the pegs are used to position the rails and are glued ONLY into the crib rails. (See photos, click on them to enlarge.)
I also sought some advice on bandsaws for cutting the curves in the crib ends. I settled on using a jig saw and the Ridgid Oscillating sander to cut and smooth the ends. (I am still keeping a close eye out for the Sears 10" bandsaw.)
Thanks again for the help. Grand-daughter will be impressed with Santa (especially since he lives in Alaska.)
Regards, Steve
The plans were quite simple, but had to be modified so the crib could be easily disassembled for shipping to the grand-daughter's residence. Also, I used poplar instead of maple to save a little in weight. The bottom of the crib is 1/4" hardboard.
I used a "peg and screw" system for attaching the rails to the cradle ends. The pegs were positioned with a doweling jig, as would be done with dowel-reinforced joints, except in this case, the pegs are used to position the rails and are glued ONLY into the crib rails. (See photos, click on them to enlarge.)
I also sought some advice on bandsaws for cutting the curves in the crib ends. I settled on using a jig saw and the Ridgid Oscillating sander to cut and smooth the ends. (I am still keeping a close eye out for the Sears 10" bandsaw.)
Thanks again for the help. Grand-daughter will be impressed with Santa (especially since he lives in Alaska.)
Regards, Steve
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