Fun With Scrap 2.0

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Of course when i should be doing one thing , the "bug" hits me .. Just that small idea and feeling to create. To build something from nothing using , in my case reclaimed cutlery.
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Just some old spoons and forks.

Trimmed the handles off with a 4.5inch grinder and a 1/8th cutting wheel.
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Ready to shape.

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Front legs bent and welded.

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And more legs....

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How many legs ?

Welding each leg after bending by hand. Then adjusting each leg.

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Welding the abdomen, she is starting to come together.

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What EVERY spider needs.... FANGS ....

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Last but not least ... EYES to see prey.

This new little guy was made for someone who has a thing for spiders. Its awaiting a new home and a name.
All the cutlery was reclaimed , hand bent and welded with a Lincoln wire feed welder.
If you enjoy my work , please .....
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