Bobbing Boat Automata Kit

Description

**The kit contains everything required the make the wooden automaton including wood glue and sandpaper. Colours of the beads and felt vary. Paint not included. Six variants of the boat are illustrated in the instructions, which one will your choose? “Bobbing Boat” automata kit is one of a series of works that upcycle reclaimed materials into pleasing and kinetic forms. Following the simple photo instructions ( or video instructions) you will assemble a model boat that rocks and bobs on the waves whilst you crank the handle. You will learn about a simple mechanism, the cam, which converts rotary motion into reciprocating motion. Please feel free to ask me any questions you may have, I'm happy to try and accommodate requests. DELIVERY Delivery is £9 in the UK. Please message me to check additional postage rates for other countries. We reserve the right to request additional payment via Paypal if it transpires your country is significantly more expensive to ship to. All shipping is tracked and insured. If we agree to supply any physical goods for delivery outside the UK, they may be subject to import duties and / or additional taxes or expenses incurred due to complying with foreign regulatory requirements or laws. You will be responsible for payment of any such duties and / or taxes. Any dates quoted for delivery are approximate only. If no date is specified it will take place as soon as reasonably possible, unless there is an event outside of our control. You must examine any goods upon receipt and let us and the carrier know by email (including a digital photograph) if anything is missing, damaged or not as described within 24 hours. Only sign for a delivery if you are happy with the condition. If necessary sign ‘unchecked’ otherwise any claims may be invalid. If we are in error with what we sent, we will rectify this without unreasonable delay and without charge. You agree to co-operate with the return of incorrect items, at our cost. Our goods and online content are provided on an "as is", "as available" and “with all faults” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Where batches are produced, items in the pictures may be a sample and not the actual item you receive. Reclaimed materials can have nail heads, holes, dings, rust, imperfections etc. If you want me to send a picture before shipping, please leave a comment on your order. Care and Maintenance of your automata. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight which could fade the paint. Avoid excess humidity, which could swell the wooden components. The model is not a toy and should only be used by children under responsible adult supervision. Excess for force or misuse may damage the mechanism. To clean, use a dry duster only. After prolonged use, the surface of cams maybe rubbed with a wax candle to reduce friction. Packaging. I am very concerned for the environment. The majority of my packaging material is reused from deliveries I receive. Please excuse the slightly eclectic mix of carboard box, bubblewrap, air bags and scrunched paper you find protecting your model. ***Due to the reclaimed materials used, this item is NOT A TOY. ***Measurements are approximate.

Maker

Quicksticks Workshop

with Craft Courses since 2021

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Hi, I'm Philip, a designer-maker from York, UK. In the first decades of my profession, I specialised in creating bespoke hands-on exhibits and educational materials for museums and visitor attractions across the country. However, my tenure at iconic institutions like Cornwall's Eden Project and the enchanting Centre for Alternative Technology in Wales significantly piqued my curiosity in making art from reclaimed materials. Now, Quick Sticks Workshop serves as my creative playground, where I revel in the act of bringing my imaginative ideas to life. My primary objective is to spread “the joy of making stuff”. My artistic endeavors are frequently influenced by industrial design, sustainability, and an inherent sense of whimsy. My preferred medium is the creation of captivating automata, which are essentially playful, kinetic sculptures that blend art with design. Beyond that, I extend my craft into the production of themed "build your own" style kits and provide educational tutoring sessions, allowing others to explore and experience the magic of this unique art form alongside me. Thank you for taking the time to learn about my artistic pursuits! Best regards, Philip