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My toddler is obsessed with rockets at the moment, so I decided to use an extra length of dowel to make him a sturdy one.

I'm currently brainstorming the best way to attach the fins, figured I'd see if anyone here had any ideas

Currently, I'm thinking of cutting perpendicular grooves from the bottom that the fins will slot into, with each pair of fins being a solid piece. But keep in mind I haven't made the fins yet, so that's definitely not set in stone.

Modeling after the v-2 because it looks as stereotypical as a rocket can

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[–] modem_down@thebrainbin.org 24 points 2 days ago (1 children)

I suggest 3 separate fins, in grooves. Stronger, and won't wobble when standing on the fins.

Your rocket's nosecone looks very sharp/pointy. Please round off that and the fin tips. Toddlers can be clumsy; eyes are irreplaceable!

[–] sneekee_snek_17@lemmy.world 5 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Oh damn, make it like a milking stool, that's brilliant.

Also I will absolutely be rounding any hazardous areas

[–] dohpaz42@lemmy.world 4 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Teach your toddle to hold the pointy thing sideways and in front of him, because even a dull tip can do damage.

~Also, please follow up with the final product. I might do this with my teenager. 😂~

[–] sneekee_snek_17@lemmy.world 2 points 2 days ago

That's actually a great point that I never considered teaching him

(My hobby is starting and not finishing projects, so I'll do my best, but no promises)