@The NYC Toy fair 2008 I found a fantastic line of "Timberkits" these are wood automatons you build yourself: Dragons, pigs, drummers, piano players - you can also build a motor if you don't want to use the crank. I think these were one of my favorite things from the entire event.
Posted by: Mel Davis on February 21, 2008 at 6:45 AM
The entire range of 21 models is availabel in kit form or pre-assembled if you are short of time at www.timberkitsus.com
They also offer free laser engraving on all models regardless of whether you buy a kit or pre-assembled. The Kissing Couple is a great idea as a unique wedding favor for table decoration.
Check them out.
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These kits are the best way to get started with wood automata. These kits are also available online at:
http://www.timberkitsus.com/main.htm
http://dugnorth.com/automaton_kits.aspx
Enjoy!
Dug North
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Oh...and in the UK, these kits are available from Cabaret Mechanical Theatre:
http://www.automatashop.co.uk/search.asp?types=yes&type=Wooden+Kits
Regards,
Dug North
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Great things come out wood.
Too bad too many times they are wrapped in plastic.
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The entire range of 21 models is availabel in kit form or pre-assembled if you are short of time at www.timberkitsus.com
They also offer free laser engraving on all models regardless of whether you buy a kit or pre-assembled. The Kissing Couple is a great idea as a unique wedding favor for table decoration.
Check them out.
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