A Gift Idea...

09-03-2001, 02:35 AM

Rex's parents are avid readers and have ceiling to floor bookcases around the walls of one room and across one wall in another that are just filled with books of all kinds. They are truly astounding to behold.

We were in a bookstore today and I noticed that they sell miniature hardbacks of all kinds around the check-out counter. Lots of quotes, inspirations, etc.

I got the idea to build them a miniature (wooden) hanging bookcase and fill it with these little hardbacks...what do you think?

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Epona · 09-03-2001, 06:16 AM

Oh WOW!
That's a great idea - I know the type of books you mean.
I love books, and this would be a fantastic gift!

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Lioness · 09-03-2001, 08:36 AM

I think it's a great idea, Moni! I'd luv it.

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09-03-2001, 09:58 AM

You can do it! Materials wont be to expensive and the outcome would be great! I am starting on some regular sized book shelves for our den today. Just painted built-ins nothing fancy. What kind of saw(s) do you have Moni? I have Sears best which is ok, I just keep nice carbide blades on it. If anyone is intrested I will e-mail you some pics of past projects. Good building Moni, and have a great Labor Day everyone!

*\Conan/*

Neb · 09-03-2001, 10:21 AM

Sounds like a great gift for someone who likes books.

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09-03-2001, 12:18 PM

Thanks everyone!

Conan, you know what?! I forget what brand names of saws we own!
Mailnly because they were all new this past spring and it has been months since I have been out in the shop! I feel terrible LOL! I think Black & Decker but there might be another out there that was manufactured by someone else.

Now I'll have to go look LOL. Ah, I remember I have a planter I was painting too that needs finished. I may as well pull it out now that I have the paints and sealers to finish it.

I hope you had fun building today! I know I always love it when I get time to be creative, no matter how.

I am very interested in seeing pics of your projects! Send Away!

If this bookcase idea comes out the way I can see it in my head, I'll post a pic of it when I am done.

I'll look for tiny bookends for it too LOL!

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You know childhood is over when a puddle seems like an obstacle instead of an opportunity.

Is Too! Is Not! Is Too! Is Not!

[This message has been edited by Moni (edited 09-03-2001).]

Blade · 09-03-2001, 01:15 PM

Great idea for a book lover i know i have a bookcase in my Bedroom and need to get another my nightstand is cramed with books as well as the bookshelf. I tend to keep every book i read so it might become a problem some day.

Ladyzekke · 09-03-2001, 09:04 PM

I'm sure your parents will love it Moni

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09-03-2001, 02:35 AM	#1
Moni Guest Posts: n/a	Rex's parents are avid readers and have ceiling to floor bookcases around the walls of one room and across one wall in another that are just filled with books of all kinds. They are truly astounding to behold. We were in a bookstore today and I noticed that they sell miniature hardbacks of all kinds around the check-out counter. Lots of quotes, inspirations, etc. I got the idea to build them a miniature (wooden) hanging bookcase and fill it with these little hardbacks...what do you think? ------------------ You know childhood is over when a puddle seems like an obstacle instead of an opportunity. Is Too! Is Not! Is Too! Is Not!

09-03-2001, 06:16 AM	#2
Epona Zartan Join Date: March 1, 2001 Location: London, England Age: 53 Posts: 5,164	Oh WOW! That's a great idea - I know the type of books you mean. I love books, and this would be a fantastic gift! ------------------ Time is an illusion. Lunchtime doubly so. Epona of The Laughing Hyenas

09-03-2001, 08:36 AM	#3
Lioness Jack Burton Join Date: June 3, 2001 Location: Among the Stars Age: 36 Posts: 5,837	I think it's a great idea, Moni! I'd luv it. ------------------ Sword Saint of the HADB Clan Waitress and entertainer at Cloudy's Cafe Lil' Angel

09-03-2001, 09:58 AM	#4
Conan Guest Posts: n/a	You can do it! Materials wont be to expensive and the outcome would be great! I am starting on some regular sized book shelves for our den today. Just painted built-ins nothing fancy. What kind of saw(s) do you have Moni? I have Sears best which is ok, I just keep nice carbide blades on it. If anyone is intrested I will e-mail you some pics of past projects. Good building Moni, and have a great Labor Day everyone! \Conan/

09-03-2001, 10:21 AM	#5
Neb Account deleted by Request Join Date: May 17, 2001 Location: . Age: 38 Posts: 8,802	Sounds like a great gift for someone who likes books. ------------------ Worshipper of Tiax. Wielder of the ancient Lawyer spells. Member of the HADB clan. Ally of the Fluffy Queen and the Dreaded Red Fluffy "Violence is the last resort of the stupid, those who are smart use violence before it becomes their last resort"

09-03-2001, 12:18 PM	#6
Moni Guest Posts: n/a	Thanks everyone! Conan, you know what?! I forget what brand names of saws we own! Mailnly because they were all new this past spring and it has been months since I have been out in the shop! I feel terrible LOL! I think Black & Decker but there might be another out there that was manufactured by someone else. Now I'll have to go look LOL. Ah, I remember I have a planter I was painting too that needs finished. I may as well pull it out now that I have the paints and sealers to finish it. I hope you had fun building today! I know I always love it when I get time to be creative, no matter how. I am very interested in seeing pics of your projects! Send Away! If this bookcase idea comes out the way I can see it in my head, I'll post a pic of it when I am done. I'll look for tiny bookends for it too LOL! ------------------ You know childhood is over when a puddle seems like an obstacle instead of an opportunity. Is Too! Is Not! Is Too! Is Not! [This message has been edited by Moni (edited 09-03-2001).]

09-03-2001, 01:15 PM	#7
Blade Emerald Dragon Join Date: March 12, 2001 Location: spokane wa usa Age: 40 Posts: 926	Great idea for a book lover i know i have a bookcase in my Bedroom and need to get another my nightstand is cramed with books as well as the bookshelf. I tend to keep every book i read so it might become a problem some day.

09-03-2001, 09:04 PM	#8
Ladyzekke Ironworks Atomic Moderator Join Date: January 7, 2001 Location: Virginia, U.S.A. Age: 57 Posts: 9,005	I'm sure your parents will love it Moni ------------------

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