@The NYC Toy fair 2008 I found a fantastic line of “Timberkits” these are wood automatons you build yourself: Dragons, pigs, drummers, piano players – you can also build a motor if you don’t want to use the crank. I think these were one of my favorite things from the entire event.
Here’s a video of “kissing couple”.
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These kits are the best way to get started with wood automata. These kits are also available online at:
Enjoy!
Dug North
Oh…and in the UK, these kits are available from Cabaret Mechanical Theatre:
http://www.automatashop.co.uk/search.asp?types=yes&type=Wooden+Kits
Regards,
Dug North
Great things come out wood.
Too bad too many times they are wrapped in plastic.
The entire range of 21 models is availabel in kit form or pre-assembled if you are short of time at http://www.timberkitsus.com
They also offer free laser engraving on all models regardless of whether you buy a kit or pre-assembled. The Kissing Couple is a great idea as a unique wedding favor for table decoration.
Check them out.