Wood Chess Board
Cool wood working christmas ideas?
Looking for a cheap thing for christmas gifts. what are cool things i could make using a table saw? I've done a few chess boards what else could you do?
I like making log cabin birdhouses using willow branches or whatever other straight branches I find locally (for free).
First cut a bunch of side "logs" (presuming your house is a traditional rectangle shape there's 4 different wall lengths involved for one house, by the time the wall logs criss-cross around a rectangle shaped bottom board that unscrews for yearly cleaning) using the table saw. What makes this neat for gifts and (semi) mass-production is, you end up with a bunch of different diameter logs that wouldn't look good all in any one house, but I sort them into different diameters, and make houses all of one size log, so they look "right". After the walls are nailed, I like to make peaked roofs using all my scrap twigs on the two ends, and after they're nailed in place, I cut the roof angles with the table saw - that way, they all match. I've nailed them together with brown-colored paneling nails, and with an air powered brad nailer. If there's any gaps that are too big, stuff a little moss there. Top them with a big log ridgebeam and shingle roofs (I just use one shingle for each side) and a wire hanger, and people really love them as presents, and most hang them and get birds to live in them, too.
Look on the web for the right size house dimensions and hole size to attract the kinds of birds that nest in houses in your area.
Sure is a whole lot faster and easier than making chess boards! And, everybody loves watching the birds, too.
|
|
Michelle 16 Chess Set in Solid Hard Wood $49.99 Michelle Chess Set comes in 2 sizes, 16 inch and 21 inch Chess Boards. Each sold separately. Each set comes with 3 inch chess pieces.... |
|
|
Plantation Cherry Game Table $369.00 1694024 Game table shown in plantation cherry finishThis game table is made of select solid woods and choice cherry veneers. It features a reversible game board inset top, with one side for chess or checkers and the other for backgammon. All game pieces provided including cribbage and cards. It also has a drawer with antique brass finished hardware. Bring a little fun into your home with this pla... |
|
|
16 Wood Chessboard $37.99 7812 -Wood chessboard made in Spain. -16'' x 16'' board with 1 1/2 squares.... |
|
|
High Gloss Board with Storage Drawers Wooden chess board with felt-lined drawersNatural Asian hardwood covered with a dark polished veneerAttractive game board with tan veneer and black squaresPull-out drawers have felt-lined slots for individual piecesShiny clasp closure has a classic lookWhat We Like About the High Gloss Chess BoardThis board will inspire your best play because it has stylish and classic look. Made of an Asian hardw... |
|
|
WorldWise Imports Russian Black, Wood Chess Set, Measuring 14x14.25 - 1 set $83.99 ... |
|
|
Thomas at the Carnival 100 pc glow in the dark puzzle $6.25 Turn out the lights and watch it glow!!! This Thomas puzzle has 100 extra thick pieces to give your childs hours of fun. It's from Ravensburger, so you know it is the highest quality puzzle you can buy. Measures 9.2" x 1.5" x 13.3"... |
|
|
Thomas & Friends: Night Works - 100 Piece Puzzle Glow-in-the-Dark $7.85 This Thomas & Friends? puzzle meets or exceeds the US Toy Safety Standards (ASTM). Puzzle fun with Thomas & Friends?! This exciting puzzle adventure engages children in hours of imaginative play. Glows in the Dark!100 PiecesFinished Puzzle Size: 19.3 x x14.75... |
|
|
Go Game with Wood Board $11.99 Excited by the prospect of capturing enemies and gaining control of territories? Then you'll enjoy this ancient Asian board game of strategy and skill. Go originated in China more than 4,000 years ago and was perfected by the Japanese. Everyone from the working classes to royalty played Go, making it a popular national pastime. The object is to gain control by capturing enemy stones or movers. Wit... |
|
|
Etched Wood Inlaid Backgammon Set with Teak Case $124.95 The Etched Wood Inlaid Backgammon Board Game Set includes an 18in wood inlaid game board, 1.25in checkers, dice and doubler. This fine wooden set also includes a handsome folding teak case and makes an exceptional addition to any home game collection.... |
|
|
Tournament Chess & Checker Table in Mahogany $124.99 9001 The Tournament Chess and Checker Table Set is perfect for anyone interested in a tournament style chess and checker table. The included game pieces are both attractive and compliment the classic look of the table. The surface of the table doubles as the game board and also lifts off to reveal a storage space to store the game pieces when you aren't using them. A wonderful addition to any ho... |
|
|
16 Burl Wood Finish Chess Board - Chess Chess Boards $31.99 Burl Board raised by 3/4 round feet. Opposing grid color: light blonde finish... |
 |
Wood Expressions Tournament Chess Set with Black Canvas Bag List Price: $34.99 Sale Price: $24.49 Average Rating:   |
|
A great tournament chess set that includes a black canvas storage bag! This Chess set includes a green and white roll up board with 2.25 inch squares, has algebraic notation and is made of a sturdy vinyl that will endure years of regular or tournament chess play... |
 |
Staunton No. 5 Tournament Chess Pieces w/ Wood Box List Price: $33.99 Sale Price: $33.99 Average Rating:  |
|
Staunton chess pieces have been the standard for tournament chess since 1849. These attractive pieces, hand crafted in Poland from hornbeam wood, are packaged in a beautiful wooden box. |
 |
16" Walnut Chess Board List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $27.95 Average Rating:  |
|
Premium quality walnut wood chessboard, Completely felted interior. For ages 7 yrs. and up. |
 |
Deluxe Wood Chess Set List Price: $34.99 Sale Price: $23.00 Average Rating:  |
|
Deluxe Wood Chess Set with 18" x 18" high quality folding, felted and padded, inlaid wood chess board with 2" squares and 3 1/2" King. Chessmen are hand-carved in the classic Staunton style. |
 |
Wood Expressions Deluxe Tournament Chess Set with Canvas Bag & Triple Weighted Chessmen with 4" King List Price: $49.99 Sale Price: $44.99 Average Rating: |
|
Our ultimate tournament chess set that includes a deluxe black canvas storage bag with shoulder strap! This Chess set includes a green and white vinyl roll up board with 2.25 inch squares, has algebraic notation and is made of a sturdy vinyl that will endure years of regular or tournament chess play... |
 |
WE Games Roll-up Travel Chess Set in Carry Tube with Shoulder Strap List Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $12.95 Average Rating: |
|
Terrific beginner's chess set in a carry tube with shoulder strap for easy travel! The roll up board is made of a sturdy vinyl that will endure years of play and includes easy-to-read algebraic notation... |
 |
ChessCentral's Magnetic Travel Wood Chess Set List Price: $69.95 Sale Price: $49.95 Average Rating: |
|
Get years of enjoyment from this high quality travel chess set, crafted from premium Golden Rosewood. Perfect for players on the move, or for anyone who needs a sturdy and compact analysis set. No set of higher quality is sold at this price anywhere... |
 |
Royal 30 European Wood International Chess Set List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $24.99 Average Rating: |
|
This chess set is a wonderfully detailed collectible carved of solid hornbeam wood. Each chess piece is individually handcrafted. Folding Birch wood chess board stows away your chess pieces inside when you're not playing... |
 |
Classic Wooden Chess Game Board List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $19.40 Average Rating: |
|
Made with a distinctive nostalgic style in mind, this timeless chess set spans every generation. It's made of solid wood, hand-painted in handsome colors, and features a clever storage system to hold all pieces securely... |
 |
Black and Clear Glass Chess Set List Price: $25.00 Sale Price: $19.94 Average Rating: |
|
Looking for a non-traditional chess set? This clear & black glass chess set is low in cost but big on style! The smooth glass chess pieces are a nice addition to the glass board, making this a great set to play. |
