Tin Kitchen
This tin kitchen was made from 7 sheets of standard 10 x 14 inch tin plate. It measures approx. 16 inches high (plus handles), 10 inches deep, and 20 inches wide. It was patterned from an original that I own, using the same techniques, tools, and materials.

 The opening door is a full 10 x 14 inch sheet with the edges rolled over a wire. The spit was made by a friend of mine who is a blacksmith. 
This tin kitchen will be used on the hearth at the Great Hall of the Grand Portage National Monument fur trade post.

Can It!

It seems that the latest batch of tinware has been all about cylinders and the use of the double seaming stake. I completed a dozen storage canisters for Grand Portage in July, as well as a tin kitchen that is basically a cylinder on its side. I also made a few wash basins and 2-sheet kettles, all using a double seaming stake. Unfortunately, I did not get that stake included in these pictures.



















The most challenging part of the canisters is matching the lid to the body. It needs to fit tightly, but not so snug that it can't be removed. I end up making each lid after the base is completed to insure a good fit. I was able to make some additional canisters, in a couple of different sizes, while I was at the Grand Portage Rendezvous in August.

My next project will be completing a chocolate pot or two. Autumn weather will be here soon, and hot cocoa seems like just the right beverage for the occasion.