-
Posts
952 -
Joined
Content Type
Forums
Blogs
Downloads
Events
Gallery
Everything posted by derorim
-
A while back I posted a picture of Andy in our driveway with the big B-24 RC plane he built. He hadn't flown it yet, and I promised to post a video when he did. I'm a little late in doing that, but I guess better late than never. In June he and a very experienced RC pilot took it up for its maiden flight, and flew it four times. Andy was understandably nervous about it, and so was I. He built the plane over a span of 12 years, and it was finally ready. It was an exciting day, and the plane flew beautifully. Here are a few videos. When he starts the props, I sometimes look away. It scares me. 20220625_131735.mp4 Andy asked his friend to fly it first. It was a beautiful sight to see it in the air. 20220625_140459.mp4 Taking off is optional; landing is mandatory. 20220625_141249.mp4 Andy's flown it several times since, but a problem with the retractable landing gear recently resulted in some damage to the wing. No problem, Andy is building a new wing, better than before. This time, he's designing it on the computer and cutting parts out with his CNC router. Now you know what he does all day. His skill, patience and perseverance amaze me.
-
To be honest, being creative stresses me out. I like things with instructions, and a right answer. This was very hard for me, but I had the encouragement and advice from Andy and a creative friend. I’m going to attempt another tree for one son, and I’m working on a different project for my other son. If I survive that stress, I might let Andy’s sister send me their mom’s jewelry and try to do something with that.
-
Thank you for the link. I'm excited to give this a try. My mom passed away in 2006 and I've held onto her jewelry, not really knowing what to do with it. I got it out a couple of weeks ago and looked at it with our 8 year old granddaughter. Your sharing of your jewelry tree was perfect timing. Thanks. I'll post a picture when I'm done (which now makes me committed to making and finishing it).
-
Oh my gosh, everything is so beautiful. I am especially enamored by the Jewelry Tree. I have lots and lots of my mother's jewelry. A friend recently suggested using it to create a tree like the one you have from Linda's mom. Now that I can see the possibilities, I am totally inspired to do it! It looks like there are lights in it as well. It that correct? Joy