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Kids kitchen mixer

I love making small timber things, especially for our son. I document most of them at He's 5 now but still likes to play with his kitchen on occasion. I liked the kids kraft mixer and used it as inspiration.

Kids kitchen mixer

Specifications

Project typePlay Kitchen Collection
RoomKids and Toys
StyleChildren's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans
DifficultyStarter Projects
Estimated costscraps

Shopping List

1 inch timber scraps

4 - 1 1/2 inch screws

6 inches or 15cm of 10mm dowel

4 inches or 10cm of 25mm dowel

6 inches or 15cm of 16mm dowel

Scrap of 9mm ply or similar for mixer knobs

Cut List

See pictures

Tools

  • measuring tape
  • pencil
  • safety glasses
  • hearing protection
  • drill
  • jigsaw
  • sander
  • countersink drill bit

Step-by-step Instructions

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Step 1

Step 1 - Cut out all the pieces from the pattern, trace around each onto 1 inch timber, with the exception of the mixer knobs which should be traced onto 9mm ply or similar. (You need two of the stand sides and two of the mixer sides).

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Step 2

Step 2 - Cut the pieces out with a jig or scroll saw and sand the edges

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Step 3

Step 3 - Cut the 16mm dowel into two

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Step 4

Step 4 - Cut the 10mm dowel into two

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Step 5

Step 6 - Clamp side stand pieces onto mixer body and drill a 1 inch (25mm) hole through all pieces at the centre of the curve of the stand pieces.

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Step 6

Step 7 - Glue the 1 inch (25mm) dowel into the hole, making sure the ends are flush with the outer sides of the mixer stand pieces, (You may need to trim this and test its fit before gluing)

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Step 7

Step 8 - Drill two holes in the underside of the front of the mixer to accommodate the beaters

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Step 8

Step 9 - Drill the same size holes into the two 16mm dowel pieces a short way in.

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Step 9

Step 10 - Glue one end of the 10mm dowel into the mixer body and the other end into the 16mm dowel, ensuring they extend to the same length. ( the beaters should look the same)

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Step 10

Step 11 - Glue and screw mixer to base board with 4 screws countersunk.

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Step 11

Step 12 - Glue the knobs onto each side.

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Step 12

Step 13 - Finish paint etc. (note you may find you get a better finish by painting each piece before assembly).

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Finishing

Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.

Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/kids-kitchen-mixer