Someone just Hit & Run me and the guy’s front bumper got ripped off with his license plate still attached. See ya soon.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
[No Spoilers] HBO sent me the actual Map Markers for Targaryen, Stark, and Lannister and commissioned me to do a wood carving integrating all 3 to celebrate the final season. Reddit voting my previous GOT carving to the front page was likely a big reason they found me. Thank you! More to come.5yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
Carving is my COVID-19 escape so I spent 45 hours carving The Witcher logo from Netflix.4yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/witcher
[NO SPOILERS] Willing to trade for tickets to the GOT Season 7 Premier! Call me HBO!7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
The 1st bowl I carved looked like a cow’s stomach. Now 10 years later I just completed a commission for HBO to celebrate the final season of Game Of Thrones. I couldn’t be more proud and honored!5yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
$20 Flea Market Find today! I bought a rare Traut Patent Combination plane which means absolutely nothing to most everyone except a few tool addicts like me.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
[NO SPOILERS] Much work to do but my Targaryen Dragon Chair is starting to take shape. I think it will look good with Lannister and Stark.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
Here's the full pic of the rocking chairs - 1 piece back and 1 piece seat - took 300 hours and 1 year - used only hand tools.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
I’m thinking coffee table. I just need to roll it out of here without getting tased.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
[No Spoilers] Here’s the Targaryen Map Marker HBO sent me carved into the log. It’s all about the wings!5yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
I’ve never experienced so much TOOL ENVY in my life as I walked through the flea market with my $7 blacksmith forged, tree branch handle froe. At least half a dozen people stopped me who just wanted to hold it... can’t wait to use it. Life is great!5yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
[NO SPOILERS] Targaryen Dragon Chair Update: Showing back of chair - Flaming Box Elder inset into Walnut limb, and eventually the Dragon inset into both. More to come.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
[NO SPOILERS] Hey REDDIT, you liked my DIREWOLF carving so I did LANNISTER IN BLOOD. Wood is Ambrosia Maple - took 26 hours to carve and paint.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
[NO SPOILERS] Day 9 Dragon Update: 44 hours of carving, lost 12 pounds, starting on legs & talons.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
[NO SPOILERS] If and when “House Of Dragons” gets made they are welcome to use my hand carved dragon throne. The yellow and red streaked wood is real and is called “Flaming Box Elder” - appropriate for any Targaryen ruler!4yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
I’m so happy with my BIG SAW restoration. I can’t wait to use it to saw a BIG LOG!4yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
My wife asked me to find wide mouth mason jars at the flea market. I thought they were a myth. I found 2 for $5!!!7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
Hey Reddit - a few weeks ago I asked for ideas on how to fill this hole and I ended up fitting it with a piece of driftwood. Thanks for all your suggestions on my slab coffee table.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
Bought a 3’ diameter oak slab at a garage sale for $30 then one block later I picked up a roadside hickory stump. I little sanding and oil and SHAZAM! We have a coffee table.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
I’ve completed the dragon wings and tail in my walnut carving. Now the hard part - legs and talons. This is 21”x21”x5”.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
My daughter joined my at the flea market to find a piece for an art project. Best day of the year so far!6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
[NO SPOILERS] After 87 hours of carving the DRAGON is finally free. TARGARYEN - FIRE & BLOOD (I have none left)6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
[NO SPOILERS] After 110 hours of work I was really excited to be done with my Targaryen Dragon...until someone pointed out it’s actually BLACKFRYE!!6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
[NO SPOILERS] TARGARYEN DRAGON - 57 hours of carving so far. I’m really happy with the legs and claws. Now on the the tail.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
[NO SPOILERS] Yesterday I posted an animated Zombie video made for my wife. The 2nd half of the story is I traded it with Chris Hardwick for a donation to a charity of ours. He even threw in 2 tickets to the season 7 premier in Hollywood. Thanks Chris. Truly unforgettable. #WalkingDeadLove6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/thewalkingdead
I’ve spent 40 hours sawing, chopping, and carving this bowl. Looking forward to presenting it to my wife.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
I’ve used axes all my life for woodworking and with the help of a blacksmith, I finally made my own.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
[NO SPOILERS] I'm almost done with my hand carved Stark Battle Shield. With the snow falling this weekend, what are some scenes I can film with it for the final animated video. I'll have the shield, dragonglass, snow, and trees.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
A few weeks ago I posted a photo showing my happiness helping my daughter find a lamp at the flea market for an art project. Here is the result. She’s amazing (although I have no idea what it is).6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
[NO SPOILERS] Merry Christmas from House Stark, Lannister, and Targaryen!!5yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
I lost a bet on last year’s Georgia vs Notre Dame football game. Here is my debt paid in full. A hand carved mascot for the victor.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/UGA
On our 27th wedding anniversary I figured the best gift I could give my amazing wife is for her to wake up to a clean kitchen on the day after Thanksgiving.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
[Spoilers] Such fun... and such sadness at the Season 7 Premier party7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/thewalkingdead
25 years later I discover I'm in the Notre Dame Hall of Fame because I photobombed the right guy as a reserve on the team.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
1) LIGHTNING STRUCK MY HOUSE but the rain put out the fire 2) The fireman and their 5 engines had nothing to do while they inspected my house so they entertained the neighborhood kids who had just gotten off the bus 3) All the kids thanked me for the best 1st DAY OF SCHOOL EVER!!!7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
Hey Reddit, thanks for the advice. The silk tie backing works great on my long bow.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/Archery
[NO SPOILERS] My Hand Carved HOUSE STARK BATTLE SHIELD is starting to take shape. (Walnut)7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
I've been walking past this picture at the Notre Dame Football Hall of Fame for over 20 years and recently discovered I'm actually in it! That was a great photobomb for a guy who barely played.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
Been searching months for new (old) antique drill bits...$30 at the flea market today!!!7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
Most people can’t understand the joy of finding a mint condition saw at the flea market for $20. Using it to build things will benefit my mind, body, and soul.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
My grandfather (front) and is brother during the pumpkin harvest - Nebraska in 1915.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/OldSchoolCool
I finally got my hands on some decent Osage Orange for a long bow. I’ve only used hickory and oak before so I am seeking advice how to take this log to stave and then bow. Appreciate any advice or point me to the right resources. Chris5yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/Bowyer
[NO SPOILERS] Finally finished the arms and feet decoration for the Targaryen Dragon Throne. The red epoxy represents blood from Fire & Blood.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
[NO SPOILERS] Hand carved ceremonial Stark Battle Shield progressing well. 35 hours of carving so far and loving it!7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
I don't expect most people to appreciate this but I'm really happy with how I carved the chair so the lighter sapwood flows from the seat to support to arm to back.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
I steam bent Osage Orange utilizing a knot in the wood for the arm support. I reinforced the arm with walnut root and rawhide.3yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/slingshots
[NO SPOILERS] 1st leg of the hand carved Targaryen Dragon Throne is complete. I wish it was a 1 legged dragon...6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
Thanks for the advice last weekend on turning this amazing Osage Orange log into 8 good staves.5yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/Bowyer
Clearly I don’t NEED it, but I WANT it. Single bevel axe, original handle - $12! Life is good.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
1st comment I got when I proudly posted my shop organization pic to another sub-Reddit.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/funny
Whenever I see these old tool boxes at the flea market I think about all the amazing things that were built because of it.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
A few weeks ago I posted my happy moment when I found this wood slab at a garage sale for $30. You asked to see the final product so here it is. My dog approves of it.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
Gathering all the tools I'll be giving away at the Atlanta woodworking show. 💪💥. Better to get them into the hands of people who will use them vs collecting dust.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
The dragon throne chair project continues. Here is one of the arms I just got done hand carving.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
[NO SPOILERS] I just attached the 1st arm on the Targaryen Dragon Throne. I made sure the claws were LONG! Hoping to finish in the next 2 weeks.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
I looked over and saw this perfect shot of my snaggletooth dog in a ray of sunshine.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/aww
3rd epoxy pour complete. Now time to spot lacquer to highlight key features. Any advise?6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
I don’t care what anyone’s says - a hand forged axe with a hickory handle is a true piece of art.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
[NO SPOILERS] Imagine a chair with the Targaryen dragon carved in walnut inset into flaming box elder. I’ll share progress here. Should make a great GOT fundraiser for charity.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
I think the red epoxy I used is too bright. Short of re-epoxying, what are things I can do on top of the epoxy to darken it?6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
Progress photo update on my Targaryen Dragon Chair - Flaming Box Elder flanked by walnut limb. Much more to do.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
I toured a local technical center and they had installed actual telephone poles so trainees could practice using the bucket to repair power lines.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/Damnthatsinteresting
My 1972 World Book Encyclopedia predicting the 2000 global population to be 6.36 Billion (actual was 6.1 Billion)6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
The COSMIC rust pattern on this old grandfather clock spring.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
After 150 hours I’m finally done carving the arms, legs, and centerpiece for my dragon throne.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
I just moved my oldest into a new appt with a new roommate. The only furniture he had was a chair, footstool, plasma TV and an original XBox 360. I’m a parent, not a gamer. Are there any red flags here or is this normal for young folks these days.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gaming
So happy with this FEROCIOUS crosscut saw I found at the flea market today for $25. Can’t wait to refinish and use it.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
I’m about 60 hours in on the dragon carving. I’ve taken about 2000 photos so far. The time lapse should be pretty cool.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
[NO SPOILERS] Hey HBO, is it too late to use my hand carved Targaryen Dragon Throne in any remaining Season 8 scenes? Call me.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
[NO SPOILERS] Targaryen Dragon Carving - working on the leg muscles and tendons.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/gameofthrones
Hand crank driven bandsaw sitting in my uncle's barn. I hope to build my own but make it treadle driven.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
I surprised my nephew & niece with Notre Dame vs. USC football tickets on their 1st visit to the school.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
Sooo many axes and adzes to refinish, so little time... #chopwithchris7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/Axecraft
I don’t drink or work for Red Bull but this gas filling pump display is just cool.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
I’ve never thought of myself as an art lover but whenever I visit my friend I just can’t help but stare for hours at this huge discarded museum poster they turned into a wall painting. The original painting is by Edouardo Manet - A Bar At The Folies-Bergere6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/oddlysatisfying
These are all the tools I rediscovered when I cleaned out my garage. So many tools to refinish, so little time...7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/Tools
I think the red epoxy color I used on the chair is too bright. Short of re-epoxying, what are approaches I can use on top of the epoxy to darken it up.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/epoxy
A great view after a long day of canoeing in the Quetico Wilderness Area, Canada.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
Yellowstone River, WY, Firehole Canyon [OC] [6000x4000] - Chop With Chris Feb 7, 20177yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/EarthPorn
When I 1st saw this at the flea market I thought “Wow! Some great American history!” And then I thought “Dang! There’s a lot of pissed off people who had these ripped off their cars!”6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
I went to a Christmas shop with my wife and found this rare Roubo Frame Saw stashed by the stairwell - $40!!! Amazing!!!5yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
The wood in the middle of this throne - called Flaming Box Elder - the yellow wood produces the red streaks occasionally as a result of stress due to fungus or insect attack.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
Every morning this little critter sits on my doorstep and taunts me as it burrows under my house crumbling my foundation.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/mildlyinfuriating
My mom's LEMON CAKE WITH CREAM FILLING AND VANILLA ICE CREAM on her favorite china [OC] [2448 x 3264]7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/FoodPorn
Dear Stanford University, I may have lost the bet but I am not a sore loser. Chris9yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/stanford
Introducing the Georgia Bulldogs #1 fan! UNBOXING: GEORGIA BULLDOGS #1 FAN https://youtu.be/snRZXGSfmWE6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/georgiabulldogs
Surface of my recently made slab coffee table. I think its the outdoor oil I used but it keeps oozing out. What did I do wrong? Do I just need to keep wiping this off?6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
Last week I was criticized for not buying my wide mouth Mason jars from Amazon so I went back to the flea market just to spite you and buy more. Shortly after this pic my wife informed me they were neither Mason nor wide mouth and promptly ordered 2 cases from Amazon. I hope you're happy!!!7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/happy
Hit & Run update from last night: police caught the person, they claimed the car was stolen, likely no charges, I reattached my bumper, pounded my door back & am driving it again. I can’t say this was justice or karma but I wasn’t injured & I can still drive my car so in the end I am thankful.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/pics
[I ate] Sausage, mozzarella cheese & spinach wrapped in bacon (called a “fatty”)6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/food
[NO SPOILERS] Last year TWD TV show sent me a replica Lucille in its own wooden box for the season 7 premier. I think it looks nice with my axes.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/thewalkingdead
What is the best way to renew the fibers in this VERY dry piece of Ash? Eventually to become a coffee table.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
I just bought this Goodell-Pratt Circle Cutter at the flea market for $8👍🏻. The blades seem so short. Is this for wood or leather?6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
Much work to do on my Walnut & Flaming Box Elder Targaryen Dragon Chair. Still need to 1) Red epoxy pour the interior of the dragon and inset into the back 2) Carve claws into the arms 3) Carve and install the legs. I LOVE WOODWORKING!!6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
Family Picture in 1988 - my brother went on to Dumb and Dumber fame7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/OldSchoolCool
And this is what happens when I use a large axe to split logs. Smaller axes work better.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
Looking for suggestions to take advantage of the hole in this slab soon to be a coffee table. Thanks.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
[SPOILER] Lucille is also useful for displaying hats when not in use.6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/thewalkingdead
Suggestions Requested: After 71 hours I’ve completed the carving portion of the Game Of Thrones Targaryen Dragon. Now I want to finish it with satin and gloss lacquer to highlight certain areas. Finally I want to inset this into either a chair back or table. Other ideas or approaches?6yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/woodworking
A crocheted, bedazzled Dallas Cowboys football helmet bought at the flea market for 25 cents.7yr ⋅ chopwithchris ⋅ r/mildlyinteresting
