The reason we haven’t left for Arizona yet
The reason we haven’t left for Arizona yet
Both of us would really like to be in Arizona right now. It’s cold, like 15 degrees at night cold. We had frozen water pipes for 3 days, extreme cold and RV life do not mix. Thankfully we are parked in the mother in laws driveway, and can get water and showers in her house. It’s warmed up a bit after the snow we got but it’s going to get extreme again next weekend. So why on earth are we still in Utah? This is why. Al got a call in September from a client in Wyoming that he has done a lot of work for. He wanted four bar height tables, and 16 chairs. Carved aspen trees all around the tables, and carved animal tracks in each table top. These photos are of the wood completely unfinished. When they are done, they will be a nice dark finish that will show off all the carving.
Deer tracks on one table top, bobcat on another. He also did bear and bird tracks.
Al has been staining everything the last couple of days, and we are going to do more finish work over the weekend. I have been helping a little bit, most of this is more than I know how to do though.
Right now the plan is to deliver everything to Bondurant, Wyoming on the 2nd of Dec. We have to be in Arizona by the 10th of Dec. to do an art show that weekend. So we will get everything packed and be out of here before that. The end is in sight at least.
Al has been working like a mad man so we can get the hell out of here. I have the best hubby ever!
I just had to add this photo. This is Al and his two sons. They are every bit as talented as their dad, and live in Seattle doing fabulous work. This photo was taken when they came to Utah for Al’s dad’s funeral. These two are 4th generation wood workers, and this photo is in the shop that was built in 1965 by Al’s grandfather.
This whole family has sawdust in their veins.
Nicely done. I’m sure the client will be pleased.
Since you aren’t winter lovers, think on the bright side – winter is long and you will be out of there soon! Gorgeous tables, amazing and such a talent. How great Al’s sons are also as talented! This year you will appreciate AZ a bit more than usual after being in the cold for a bit.
So true. I can already picture myself sitting in the warm sun.
Congratulations on the order! Stay warm and have a wonderful thanksgiving .
Thanks Bob, you guys have a nice holiday too.
Nice tables! Those tracks look real enough to chase :-)
He does a most excellent job.
sending warm thoughts. Excellent job as always on the tables, chairs.
Absolutely beautiful work on the tables and chairs. Sorry to hear about the frozen water pipes though.
gosh, absolutely beautiful and unique work with wonderful details! i’m so impressed. love the sawdust comment. how great…
Those tables are beautiful right now, I am looking forward to seeing them when they are finished. Stay warm.
Those are gorgeous tables and chairs! What a wonderful last photo!
We completely understand your dislike of cold weather. Fifty degrees is about all we want to tolerate.
What beautiful work and story! Mom really understands the woodworking thing, her dad was very talented too, he wasn’t really artistic but he could build beautiful furniture from plans. Mom got two pieces after her mom died. Both of her brothers, one is artistic in metal sculpture and the other is good with wood too. I can tell how proud you are, you have every reason to be. Love Dolly
Those are gorgeous!!! Oh I wish I was rich…I would have them make me an eagle!!!…:)JP
Lovely work, I’m sure it’s going to look great when it’s all finished!
Those tables are going to be amazing! Please be sure to post the finished product.
Those are gorgeous! I agree, please post the final product!
Those bar tables are delightful. The shine of the craftsmanship behind them. Then maybe you will soon leave the colds of Arizona…
Wonderful artworks.
Those tables are absolutely AWESOME!!! I just love them! Your husband is an amazing woodworker…and artist!! My husband admires his work all the time. He is just a small time woodworker. I sure hope you get to your warmth and sunshine soon Mary! It must be hard with the RV and those really cold temps!! Glad you have a warm place to shower!
The tables and chairs are gorgeous and so unique! Be sure to post a picture of them when they’re finished. Stay warm :)
The woodwork is exquisite!
I just returned from AZ to Oakley, UT. I can’t wait to return to AZ in early Dec. – wondering where your art show will be in case I’m in the area.
Wow!! Those are going to be absolutely stunning when they’re done – beautiful, talented work there! I love the idea of the trees and the paws…sure hope you can keep warm and dry enough til Arizona. With all the beauty you bring to this world, you deserve the warmth!
Wow, that is Gorgeous furniture, Al is super talented! I can’t believe it’s that cold in Utah too. The Arizona sun waits for you, Mary – get your butts down here! Where is the AZ show going to be? Would love to stop by.
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They are going to be absolutely beautiful when they are finished! Your husband is very talented just like you! Have a great Thanksgiving and stay warm!
Al’s work is fabulous! My husband is a talented woodworker too so I know – or I can guess – how much time he has already given to this project. (Before my husband’s stroke last March, he made hand spindles and other tools for hand spinners.)
What an awesome photo, that is so special! Those tables are absolutely beautiful. Hope you get out of there and on to the warmer weather soon!
We used to have a seasonal camper at a campground that opened up early and closed late in the season, and we always spent every weekend of the whole season there, no matter the weather. So I understand about the cold and camping not always going together….but we always had the option to go home!