Hello.
My name is Twistie and I’m a biblioholic.
I am also a huge Whovian.
What’s more, I’m a crafty person.
Because of these three things, I want to run right out and make this bookcase:
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Now, one question: do I need a sonic screwdriver to put it together? I’m just asking.
It’s a porch swing! It’s a xylophone! It’s two things in one!
No, really, you can play this porch swing in the key of C as well as sit and swing in it. It even comes with the mallets shown on the seat.
Made of western red cedar with stainless steel fittings, it sounds like a marimba. The pitch will drop temporarily if it gets wet in the rain, but fear not! The original sound will return when it dries.
Who came up with this amazing item? Well, it’s the brainchild of the proprietor of Musical Furnishings at Etsy.
In addition to this very original porch swing, he can make you a rumba table with eleven interchangeable percussion inserts, or a colorful zylophone cedar chest, as well.
You know, I always wanted a porch swing. Now if I just had $1,300 to spend on it! Mr. Twistie could play the porch furniture.
Hmmm… I wonder if he could do a bistro set that doubles as a set of congas.
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This gentleman is American craft artist George Nakashima. The young lady sitting on the table is his daughter, Mira. Nakashima was a visionary artist, and today Mira continues and expands his legacy of exquisite furniture.
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As you can see, the philosophy behind the work was always one of respect for the material. The shape and grain of the wood are left intact on top, while being supported by architectural bases. The combination of minimal interference and thoughtful construction creates a harmonious and entirely practical result.
But Nakashima was also a dreamer.
