Friday, December 26, 2008

Metal House Parts












B.R.A.D. came up up with salvaged Roof material from the roof of one of the Island Co Fair Ground buildings and we re worked it into siding (Along with some 16 Ga Hot Rolled steel). Then he came up with an innovative use for some salvaged wood and an adjustable table system, we helped build made from good 'ol 3/4" rod.

Steel Kitchen Counter top







3/16" steel plate counter tops w/ 3/8 rod welded and finished to edge.
The brackets are made from 3/4" rod from the Langley " Water Tank".
Great collaboration with the Fredley crew and Design/Builder - "B.R.A.D."
Click on the title for a link to their Blog!
It's been an amazing adventure!



Metal Sky Light / Chimney Cap Feature












Crazy Flashing /Chimney Cap Feature made from Galvanized sheet and fully soldered seams.

Saturday, October 11, 2008

"Sweeny Todd" Oven - Whidbey Island Center for the Arts






The "OVEN" prop was designed and built by David R and myself in 5 days using Cardboard, 1/2" Ply wood, 1x2's, Bender Board, Sonotube and lots of Painters caulk!
-Too much fun-


Click on the Title for more Info, the show runs Oct 17 - Nov 1, 2008
- Tickets are now on Sale!

Metal Stair Rail


Upper Hand Rail




Lower Hand rail
Both made from good ol' 3/4 " rod, wire brushed and clear coated matte.

Crystal Bowl Stands









Made From 3/4 " Water Tank Rod and plate.

The Fancy Rings were supplied by the client.

New Metal Brake



4,000 lbs of mid 60's Chicago Steel has found a new home here in the Heavy metal studio!

WELDING RODEO -Bellingham Tech's 08




I was honored to be invited to take part of Whidbey Island's " GLACIAL SPEED " team, one of ten that competed in BELLINGHAM TECHNICAL COLLEGE 's Welding rodeo this year. Each team had 8 hrs to complete an outdoor sculpture from scrap provided by our host.
They were all actioned off that evening and found good homes.
-Click the title for more info-

Soap Box Derby 08







Yet another amazing derby year.

Thanks to the "LANGLEY COMMUNITY CLUB"

Supporting sponsors, everyone else and the weather for letting up just for the race!

Metal Fire Place Hearth




16 ga Hot Rolled steel plate scribed into existing Hearth

Saturday, August 30, 2008

Metal Phone Booth Make Over - Visitor Center






Whidbey Telecom commissioned me to remodel this booth using Hot and cold rolled steel sheet.

Metal Phone Make Over - Langley City Hall







Whidbey Telecom commissioned me again to clad this little booth in front of Langley's City Hall building.The Logo elements are made from 16 GA stainless steel (as well as the rivets) welded to a 1/2 thick polished steel disc. The Mushroom at the base of the logo is from a 1" dia Langley water tank rod. The other panels are made from Hot and Cold rolled steel sheet.

Metal Garden Art






A brief Highlight of whats happening at City Hall Lately, at least on the outside.

John Alsip mastered the garden art in the front.

I assisted in constructing the Arbors off to the left side of the building.

It was amazing to see how much a hand full of volunteers can accomplish.

Yea!- Kay and Cathy!

Stainless Bar Top - Nobel Woods




Hand formed Stainless Steel Clad Bar Top.

The corners are welded and an Orbital "Angel Hair" finish was applied.