Handmade Baby Dragon Figurine Mythical Fantasy Animal - 674779035

Baby Dragon From My Collection Of Dragon Figurines, Toys, And Ornaments

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Dragons have long held a special place in the hearts of fantasy enthusiasts. From movies to books, these mythical creatures have captured the imagination of people of all ages. If you're a dragon lover, you'll be delighted that a hand-crafted baby dragon mythical fantasy animal figurine is now available in my Goimagine shop.

This baby dragon figurine is made from high-quality hardwoods and finished with non-toxic oils and waxes. Each piece is unique and may vary in appearance from one item to the next, making it truly one-of-a-kind. The natural variations in wood grain, color, and knots add to the item's character and charm, making it a perfect addition to your collection.

It's important to note that the thickness of the wood used in your item may also vary slightly from the size specified in the listing. However, these variations should be expected and are not considered defects. They make each piece more special and unique.

If you have any concerns about the variations or want to request a specific look or size, the seller encourages you to contact them before placing your order. They will do their best to accommodate your request and ensure you receive a piece you'll treasure for years.

In conclusion, this hand-crafted baby dragon figurine is perfect for any dragon enthusiast. It's a beautiful piece of art showcasing the beauty of natural wood and the artist's creativity. So, head to the Goimagine shop and get your hands on this unique and charming baby dragon figurine today!

 

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Toymakers Shop - Glueing Legs On Dragons

Handmade Wood Dragon Finished Version

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The dragons appear easy to build on the surface. However, getting all the parts aligned and glued into place is a challenge. I struggled with this for a while, trying to find a reliable way to mount the legs and get them all to align so the dragon sits flat and does not rock. I contacted the pattern designer for help and soon discovered that he does not make test builds on his designs. I was on my own.

 

Handmade Wood Dragon Parts Before Sanding

 

The first thing I do is cut all the parts and sand everything smooth, repairing any minor imperfections I find. I do all the sanding before assembly. It would be challenging to sand a dragon after assembly.

 

Handmade Wood Dragon Gluing On The First Leg

 First, I glue one leg in place, being very careful to get it aligned as near to perfect as I can. Positioning this leg is critical because everything will index off this leg. After I apply the glue and position the leg, I let it sit for five minutes before clamping to prevent the leg from moving when the clamp is applied. Five minutes is slightly less than the working time of the glue I am using. At this time, the glue is very tacky, but you can still move the part. After five minutes, I add the clamps and leave them in place for at least fifteen minutes. After fifteen minutes, the glue has set enough not to require the clamps. These times must be adjusted for the glue you use.

 

Handmade Wood Dragon Clamping The last Two Legs

 

Once the first leg is in place, I add another leg on the same side after first clamping the dragon to a flat surface. The same gluing process is repeated, but I clamp the foot of the second leg to the same flat surface. Once the glue has set, I have two legs that have their feet perfectly aligned. The process gets much faster now since I can add as many parts as I can fit clamps on using the same method for attaching the legs. Note that the two orange clamps in the photo above are clamping the feet of the first two dragon legs to the board. 

Handmade Wood Dragon Testing The Legs To See If They Are Even

After the clamps are removed, I test the dragon by placing it on a flat surface. Here I am using the table of my Shopsmith. At this point, any slight perfections are easily corrected with a bit of sanding. However, to this day, I have never had to make any corrections using this method.

My animals are all handmade, and no two parts are the same. This method works with every I have used it on. Even those that stand on two legs.

Wings horns and ears are not critical. I stick them in the place where it looks good. I do, however, glue and camp one at a time if it is tricky to keep them in place.

You Need A Lot Of Clamps To Hold A Dragon

 

Nine clamps are holding this one together. There are two Pony hand clamps, three Pittsburgh Ratcheting Bar Clamps, and four nylon spring clamps holding this dragon together, and that is for one side. You need a variety of clamps to do this kind of work. The clamps need to into tight spaces, and sometimes it is like putting a puzzle together.

The Pony hand clamps hold very well and will grip irregular surfaces (dragons toe)due to the flexible pads. These clamps don't twist much, and the pressure is adjustable. The only downside is that they are too large to fit in all the places I would like to use them.

I don't use spring clamps for many things, but they work well for this application as long as they can get a grip without slipping. I wish someone would make these with flexible jaws like the Pony Hand Clamps. The pressure on these spring clamps is not adjustable. You get what you get. I don't like the steel spring clamps.

The Pittsburg Ratcheting Bar Clamps are a deal. You can get these at Harbor Freight tools cheap. These clamps cost $0.99 with a coupon. You should test them in the store before you buy them to make sure they work. They have a lifetime warranty. These are small light-duty clamps that will fit into tight places and are ideal for toymaking. You can't wax the bars because the clamps will not hold if you do. I have waxed bar clamps for years to prevent the glue from sticking to them and help prevent rust. If they slip, try cleaning the bare with mineral spirits.