New Memeber - Melbourne SE Suburb + Project (wood computer mouse)

[mahacker]

Hi Forum,

Newbie here.

On my list todo for a long time, is to join a club to start a new hobby of woodworking. Any hints for clubs or facilities in SE suburbs in Melbourne?

I rang the VWWA and they suggested Waverley Woodworkers - which looks good. Waverley Woodworkers Inc. (WWC)

Anything closer to Brighton area?

What I'd like to do, or even pay some one to do this for me, is to make a few wood computer mouse. I've used these for years from a guy in Germany - but they are not cheap, and he is slow to make them. But they are great. They make great presents. I want some for this Xmas (presents). He is here (under Mause section): HOLZKONTOR - peripheral visions - Holz - Wood. I can easily buy the base mouse (electronics). I just need the upper shell made out of wood. Would be nice to be done out of Huon pine. I have a spare (older) one here that can be used as a template. Since everyone now uses a computer, all day long - I find it much nicer to be using a wood product, rather than plastic.

So, wondering where I can go to get this project done - any takers here?

I've searched a very long time to find other suppliers - but there are very few - 1 guy in Russia who charges crazy prices (800 Euro's per 1!) and then all the extremely poor quality ones from china.

If someone is interested, it's a small niche industry that could sell a number of them.

[crowie]

G'Day & Welcome to a top forum "mahacher".
There are a huge number of members in and around Melbourne.
You'll find a heap of helpful & knowledgeable blokes & ladies on the forum and for most very willing to assist.
Make sure you show off your handiwork as everyone loves a photo, especially WIP [Work In Progress] photos with build notes.
Enjoy the forum.
Enjoy your woodwork.
Cheers crowie

PS - Try asking your specific question in a number of different posts to get a wider viewing; sorry can't help any more....

[DSEL74]

How to make a wooden mouse (in pics) – Gizmo Chunk

[mahacker]

Perfect! - nice find. He is the guy in Russia that I mentioned.

Anyone able to do this for me?

[Pacogun]

Welcome to woodworker forum.

[old1955]

Welcome to the forum.

[tdrumnut]

Giddqy Mahacker and welcome aboard, may your journey with us be a pleasant one.

[JJF]

Welcome to the forum

[Christos]

You have joined the forum. You might consider that as a club on the internet.


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