This original piece was created by G. Mayer and dated 1899, and is an amazingly vibrant piece and is very beautiful in its form and simplicity. I have had this one on my to-do list for some time and am hoping that I can create a similar piece while adding some of my own touches here and there. It does promote some challenges though and has a few elements that are going to push me out of my comfort zone. Carving a sunflower, creating strong wood joint, fit of the pieces, etc.
I started by creating the pine base adding on the pointed crown using dowels to join the two pieces. My miters still need some work and rely on the amazing powers of wood filler and my trusty sander to help me out of these never straight miters. They continue to look better with time.
After some sanding to level out the work surface and the edges, I did a light sketch on the frame of the layout and pieces needed for each section. OOPs!! I forgot to cut the bottom design outline. There, much better!
It's starting to take shape now. I've got my sharp pencil, ruler, scissors and my card stock paper already to create the tramp art pattern pieces. Off to my lawn chair and glass of ice tea...this gorgeous October weather makes this sitting time easier!!
Happy Tramping! Angie
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