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Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it...

Posted By: BMXgirl

Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 06:08 PM

I forgot all about making up a "Nut House" instruction page...I said I would and forgot all about it! (I do appologize.)
I was scanning through the board this morning and realized I hadnt done it. So this morning sat down and did it.
Here they are....
"Nut House" Instructions...<p>(Here are some Hammock making instructions for those that might need it...
Hammock making instructions...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 07:35 PM

BMXgirl, you RULE! <img src="graemlins/yelclap.gif" border="0" alt="clap" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 07:53 PM

BMXgirl~ <p>Ok, that is absolutely awesome! I'm kinda one of thse weird creative people myself, and I love these kinds of new ideas! I just got a little baby girl last week, so she'll have some new fun stuff soon. Thanks for my new projects for this weekend! <img src="graemlins/yelclap.gif" border="0" alt="clap" /> <p>Ash and Tink
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 07:56 PM

That BMXgirl is so talented. Keep up the good work girl. <img src="graemlins/yelclap.gif" border="0" alt="clap" />
Posted By: BMXgirl

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 08:00 PM

Awww you guys... []blush.gif" border="0[/] (blushing)
Thank you.
Now I know some of you guys probably have some pretty great ideas or how to's, dont forget to share! []images/icons/smile.gif" border="0[/]
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 08:39 PM

Ok, I have an idea I'd like to share. <p>Cube #1: I designed a fleece cube shaped pouch for my gliders. I cut out 6 squares of fleece. Each square is about 4 inches by 4 inches. A friend of mine sewed the squares together to form a cube. She sewed little ribbons at all 4 corners at the top of the cube to tie to the top of the cage. I cut an entrance on one side of the cube for the gliders to get in and out. And of course I stock the cube with several little fleece "blankets" for them to snuggle in. <p>Cube #2: My friend who sews then decided to make another cube that had a bit more structure. She sewed needlepoint plastic canvas into the squares so that the cube holds its shape when the gliders are in it.<p>[ 01-16-2002: Message edited by: KatieM ]</p>
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 09:10 PM

Hey Katie, those are really great ideas! I'm going to have a hayday at Hobby Lobby this weekend. They need to make a separate section in the forum for all creative craft ideas for glider lovers to share. I'd probably live in there! <img src="graemlins/yelclap.gif" border="0" alt="clap" /> <p>Thanks a bunch!!! <p>Ash and Tink <img src="graemlins/littleglider.gif" border="0" alt="glider" />
Posted By: BMXgirl

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 10:21 PM

Ooooh very good ideas Katie! Thanks for sharing with us! :-)
Its sounds Kinda like something I made for my kids <img src="graemlins/littleglider.gif" border="0" alt="glider" /> . I made them what I call a "soft sided toy box" out of some red denim lined with purple plaid (sorry, but those red denim jeans I bought didnt fit the way the were supposed to, I didnt look like the girl on the tag wearing them thats for sure! LOL...So I recycled!) I just made a simple box shape (think a box with no lid) and sewed two loops on two corners so that I could hang it from the side of the cage....The kids have a ball digging through it when I put small toys/stuffed animals/ or blankets in it! <p>Heres a pic of it...dont laugh either...lol...this was my first sewing attempt months ago, Ive since figured out that my machine wasnt broke it was just me that couldnt sew a straight line...lol.
http://bmxgirl7.tripod.com/myanut.jpg<p>
Edited to say, Sorry, I forgot that Tripod wont let me post a link to just "A" picture...lol.<p>[ 01-17-2002: Message edited by: bmxgirl ]</p>
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 10:50 PM

Hee hee, I'm going to be there soon BMX girl. I'm in the market for a used sewing machine and when I get it - WATCH OUT! It's gonna get ugly...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 11:01 PM

He he.. sounds like we're all floating in the same boat then. I'm after a sewing machine when the next overtime paycheck comes in. <img src="graemlins/dance.gif" border="0" alt="dance" />
Posted By: BeetleJuice

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/16/02 11:03 PM

Ok, if I break out the sewing machine my wife will really have me put away. []images/icons/wink.gif" border="0[/] I did buy two coconuts today and will give that a shot. BMX girl thanks for the links to your page. I'm going to start in the morning. <img src="graemlins/thumb.gif" border="0" alt="thumb" /> <p>
Craig & Co. <img src="graemlins/littleglider.gif" border="0" alt="glider" />
Posted By: Critter Creations

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/17/02 01:17 AM

Thanks so much. We have been wanting coconut houses for our little ones and weren't sure how to go about it. Thanks so much. You are great. <img src="graemlins/yelclap.gif" border="0" alt="clap" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/17/02 04:23 AM

BMX-<p>I have a couple of suggestions to add:<p>When I drill out my coconuts, I put them in the hole in the kitchen sink. It's just the right size to help hold them steady. <p>Also, I have found it's easier to get the meat out of the nut if you fill it with water, put it in a bowl, and microwave it for about 4 minutes first. I don't drain my coconuts before I drill the hole with the door knob hole bit. I just pour out the juice from that hole. <p>Just my 2 cents. <img src="graemlins/multi.gif" border="0" alt="[blob]" /> <p>Michele
Posted By: Sheila

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/17/02 06:40 AM

Michele, I am so glad you put the part in there about the microwave. I couldn't remember whether it was two or four minutes. <p>BMX Great job. <img src="graemlins/yelclap.gif" border="0" alt="clap" />
Posted By: BMXgirl

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/17/02 01:47 PM

Oh Michele! Great tip!!! Im going to go add that to the page now.... (and of course add "who" gave the tip! lol) I put them in the sink drain "hole" too! But the little buggers (coconuts) still try to spin madly and get away from me...LOL!! Thanks for the great tip!!! []images/icons/smile.gif" border="0[/] <p>Thanks guys Im glad I could help out some.... []images/icons/smile.gif" border="0[/]
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/17/02 11:35 PM

Sheila-<p>Do you still have that same coconut sitting on your kitchen table?<p>
BMX-
Thank you for all your wonderful pages! My first cage I built I used most of your instruction on your cage page. It turned out awesome!<p>Michele <img src="graemlins/thumb.gif" border="0" alt="thumb" />
Posted By: Viva La Glider

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/19/02 09:26 PM

I just found already made coconut houses for $3.50. Email me if you are interested and I will see what I can do to get a group rate.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 01/20/02 01:46 AM

I made three coconut houses Friday and I suggest buying them for $3.50 each! []images/icons/rolleyes.gif" border="0[/] My arms hurt so bad from trying to hold them still while I cut them and who would have ever thought it would be so hard to saw through a coconut! The furbutts are worth it though, I am putting th houses in tonight and I am sure they will love them
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Coconut House Instructions for those that wanted it... - 06/09/02 06:07 PM

hey, i don't know how many posts repley's there are to this, or how old it is, but i made the hamock, and i'm about to make the cococnut hut, and they LOVE the hamock, they are already asleep in it!! <img border="0" alt="heart" title="" src="graemlins/heartpump.gif" />
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