The best darn husband, ever.
Richard is, without a doubt, the best man I've ever known. Its my good fortune, that he is mine, and mine for good :)
Not only does he love me and put up with my knitty fibery obsessions, but he notices everything. Like how I always grab the kid's little chair to put my feet up on when I sit in my glider and knit. Or how I obsess over storage ottomans when I see them in stores. He went one step further and MADE something for me for our anniversary (September 22nd)
Isnt it beautiful? Completely hand crafted without the luxury of a true woodshop (which would have made the whole task much easier!)
The only part that is not absolutely perfect, is the part I had a hand in helping with (the upholstered top. No matter what I did, I could not get it to fit just right and tight enough)
In any case, I absolutely LOVE it! And it gets better....
the framing for the sliding drawer/shelf is made of cedar to help protect my precious woolies. That drawer is cedar framed, with a plexiglass bottom, so it can be seen through, and doesnt obstruct viewing what is inside.
Really, this is probably my most favorite gift from him, ever ;)
yummy!! Love it!
Posted by: Cass | October 05, 2005 at 02:59 PM
Your chest is such an orignal idea as a handmade gift. Yes, it does sound as if he is observant and yes it will be good for your yarn. A piece to show w/pride.
Posted by: Nellie | October 05, 2005 at 05:59 PM
WOW!! What a great guy to do such a wonderful thing for you. You are, indeed, very very lucky!
Posted by: Jackie | October 06, 2005 at 02:50 PM
Oh wow, that is WAY cool!! He wouldn't be willing to work on commission would he?
Posted by: Ma Hatfield | October 07, 2005 at 02:33 PM
hee! Thanks everyone!
Crissy, actually he would, but considering he doesnt have a traditional wood shop, everything takes 10 times longer to do (and get it straight) So all the hand work and time, it would cost a small fortune. I know how much he spent on materials for this, add the time, and this particular ottoman, as it should be, is priceless!
Posted by: Carla | October 07, 2005 at 05:41 PM