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Wednesday, July 13, 2011

An early holiday project: A pivot arm menorah




I came across an interesting design for a menorah while browsing in a Judaica store. It is based on the arms pivoting around a rod that goes through the ends of the arms. I did some online research, and found that concept described as a traditional mid-Western design. I also found instructions for a candelabra using that mechanism, but with the arms facing down, as well as various posts on woodworking forums from people who had experimented with the concept over the years.

I found the design in the store attractive but knew it could be made far more interesting. I changed the shape of the arms to resemble Hebrew letters, and used a much smaller and thicker base, with an interesting shape. A touch of contrasting wood was used for color and added interest.

Here are some pictures of the menorah, which was made for a friend who loved my prototype. It can be positioned in a variety of ways because of the way it is made. If anyone is interested in making one, just use the email address on this blog, and I'll send you a pattern and set of instructions.

16 comments:

  1. me encanta el diseƱo y el cambio que le hizo. Podria mandame las instruciones para hacer uno igual. Gracias

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  2. I sent you an email for the pattern. I hope you still have it. This looks so elegant and practical.

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  3. I have a friend who I am always looking for something different to make him for the season. Would you please send me the details? Thank You.

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  4. Hello, Nice workmanship on the menorah. I'd be interested in the pattern and instructions if you still have them. Thanks and have a great day...

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  5. Hello,
    I am having trouble trying to duplicate your beautiful, sweeping curves for the menorah. Would it be possible for you to please send me the plans?

    Thanks so much,

    Dana Kent

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  6. any chance you still have the pattern and instructions - would love to tackle this project

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  7. Beautiful work, my brother in law would love this. Could you please send me a copy of the pattern.

    Thank you

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  8. I don't know if you still get these responses; but I would love to make this for a friend!

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  9. Can I please get the pattern for this project? thank you.

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  10. I, too, would love to try this. Thank you.

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  11. This looks fantastic. I’d love to try this. Thanks for providing the pattern.
    Eric

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  12. Are you still providing the plans for this menorah? I would like a copy. Thank you

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  13. I would like to have the pattern too, could you email it?

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  14. Is this pattern still available? I would love to have a copy. Thank you.

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