Woodturning Hedgehog Companion With Secret Compartment
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I am working on the final results for the Christmas Ornament Challenge. Voting is closed but all ornament can still be viewed at www.OrnamentChallenge.com
This project is a hedgehog. I like to take ideas from demonstrations at club meetings. This is one of these. But, I also like to do the project my way and, if possible, take it to a higher level.
So, this hedgehog is hollow instead of solid. That does lead to complications. But, they are worth it. After all, it is a box.
The major change on this one is the bayonet style bushing. I designed this bushing to print on my 3D printer with wood PLA. The bayonet engages at three points and a twist. This holds the top on without too much effort to remove it. Much less effort than threading for both myself and the person enjoying it.
Enjoy!
Love the hedgehog. I watch all your video. I have learned a lot watching them. And yes you should offer the bushing on your Etsy site.
OKay, I’ve not seen them anywhere else.
Alan
The bayonet mount sounds intriguing but I’m not sophisticated enough to own a 3D printer yet program one.
It’s easy to own one but not so easy to design for it. 🙂
Alan
Alan,
By chance have you shared your bayonet bushing design on a website like Thingiverse? I have a 3d printer, but just about zero designing skills.
I really like what you’ve done with the wood PLA.
Thanks,
Kevin
I am working on sharing it via my Etsy website.
Alan
ALAN; Yes add the Bayonet type to your ETSY sight. that’s an AWESOME idea.
Sam
I’m working on it.
Alan