I know this has come up in the past but never paid much attention. Now I have orders for a cradle for a Daughter that's due in June. Found several pics of plans but I have an aversion to using plans, I like to make my own. What I need to know is what space to use between the turned dowels (spindles) on the sides. I know this is a major factor for safety.
I did help a friend build a cradle for his first Granddaughter but it was solid sides. Came out beautiful with butternut and Honduras rosewood. Like I said, his first grandchild, this is my 25th. Yeah, twenty-fifth. So what if I'm old, love those kids.
I have a dozen pics of cradles and I'm hoping SWMBO insists on one that requires turning the spindles. Oh, I don't have a lathe honey, how can I make that???? Mmmmmm?
Thanks for any help guys, hope you all have a very Merry Christmas.
Al in WA