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I've been told that I'm making a play stove and fridge set for my granddaughter.... My daughter had one, and she insists that HER daughter has one.
Anyone have a source for plans, or maybe has built something similar? Any hints/tips? Any nightmares to watch out for?
Since this is going to be painted and not stained, I think MDF will be the material of choice. I'm thinking maybe 1x2 runners with dowels for the racks in the fridge and also for the oven if needed.
Senior Moderator Mike made one suggestion for stove burners. Anyone got any other ideas?
I've been toying with the idea of making them from clear plexiglass and mounting red LED's underneath to simulate heated burners. They don't require much voltage so would run for a long time on batteries, but after she forgets to shut them off once or twice and kills the batts that might grow old quick.
And, of course, once THIS is done, I've got a bed to make, a doll cradle or crib, a play table and chairs....
Who knew grandkids were going to be this much fun??!!
Thanks in advance
Brian
Anyone have a source for plans, or maybe has built something similar? Any hints/tips? Any nightmares to watch out for?
Since this is going to be painted and not stained, I think MDF will be the material of choice. I'm thinking maybe 1x2 runners with dowels for the racks in the fridge and also for the oven if needed.
Senior Moderator Mike made one suggestion for stove burners. Anyone got any other ideas?
I've been toying with the idea of making them from clear plexiglass and mounting red LED's underneath to simulate heated burners. They don't require much voltage so would run for a long time on batteries, but after she forgets to shut them off once or twice and kills the batts that might grow old quick.
And, of course, once THIS is done, I've got a bed to make, a doll cradle or crib, a play table and chairs....
Who knew grandkids were going to be this much fun??!!
Thanks in advance
Brian