I scratched the itch

[ashley_phil]

So the itch to make something got to me today! Our son will be (2) in July and he's in need of a discipline plan. While corporal punishment isnt banned in our house we are going to include "time out" as it seems to work for him so far.

He needs a steady place for this to occur so rather than buy something I figured I'd put some scrap to good use:

Of course I couldn't stand to not get Josh involved in the construction:

I finally succeeded at using my miller dowel jig for a project the plugs turned out ok. We'll save finishing the stool for another day:

Josh tried it out inside, it's a little high right now, but he's growing like a weed so maybe it'll last a couple years. By then we won't need it right? I can dream right?

Just thought I'd share so yall know I don't just collect tools, but occassionally make some sawdust.

 

[DaveO]

Great use of scrap. I sure hope that it doesn't get a lot of use. But as a father of a 3 yr. old, I know it will. I hope his first trial seating was voluntary :lol: :lol: Ever thought about including a seatbelt, it could come in handy. My daughter has gone up to 15 minutes because she just couldn't stay in one place for the initial required 3 minutes..yep, I'm a mean Daddy :lol: :lol:

Dave

 

[christopheralan]

Great Seat, and great idea. Once I get a lathe, I will have my son turn his own switch... J/K....

I have had my 4 yr old out helping me with my projects, with his own tools. It good to see that you are passing it on.

 

[LeftyTom]

When he outgrows the bench, and if timeout is losing its effectiveness, you coud always build stocks!

 

[nelsone]

Phil, that's cruel, making your own son assist in the creation of his torture seat!:rolf:

Nice job, and, like others, I hope it isn't brought to use often!

 

[ashley_phil]

well it's not supposed to be a torture seat of course he may think it is at times.

his trial run last night wasn't punishment though he pushed the envelope for it a few times.

i've consider making one with straps, but honestly wouldn't that defeat the purpose of teaching them self control???

though a spare with straps wouldn't be bad to help him when mom & dad have trouble with their self control.

 

[sapwood]

Easy! He's a cherub . . . couldn't possibly need discipline :lol:
He made me smile :mrgreen:

Roger

 

[ashley_phil]

thanks roger. he is a great kid. just hitting the terrible 2 phase. but he is a lot of fun that's for sure.