Let's Talk with Cheryl Hollon

My husband’s hobby is taking over all the display space in our tiny apartment. I’m not protesting too much. The transformation is a result of my husband’s growing passion for building wooden models. His beautiful and intricately designed models are gradually claiming all the scarce display surfaces.

Once upon a time, our dining sideboard stood adorned with chic accents—a stack of coffee table books, a tasteful vase, and a small wooden sculpture gifted to us by a friend. Lately, however, the sideboard has transformed as my husband has become dedicated to the art of crafting wooden models. Now it proudly showcases a collection of wooden amusement park models that are fully articulated, each a testament to his considerable woodworking skills. He also displays an articulated music box that moves the violin bow along with the tune.

In the past, our bookshelves, once singularly home to our collection of literature, now have wooden shadowboxes tucked into the shelving. These shelves have become a showcase for his interest in blending literature and woodworking.

Even our dining table has surrendered to the invasion of the wooden structures. That table is a family heirloom that now displays the results of his prowess. The Eifel Tower is a welcome reminder of many beautiful memories in the City of Light.

But that’s not all that has invaded our little apartment. These models require specialized tools, jigs, glues, and, yes, a workbench. It’s tiny, of course, but it wasn’t in my plans for our bedroom. It’s efficiency must be admired.

In the end, the wooden models serve as a testament to the ever-evolving nature of our tiny apartment home. Far from conforming to conventional design norms, our living space has become a showcase of craftsmanship and creativity. It reinforces the idea that a home is not just a static reflection of initial choices but a living, breathing entity that evolves alongside the pursuits of its residents.

Being an author is my passion, so it’s nice that each of us has a creative outlet. My tools are words and software, his are mechanical and hardware. The result is that our home is a center of creativity.

Is there a hobbyist in your house that is hogging the display space?

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The Paint & Shine Mysteries are set in the Daniel Boone National Forest. My parents were born and raised in the area, and now they rest in peace in the JJ Adams Family Cemetery in Wolfe County, Kentucky. The characters spend considerable time preparing traditional southern meals and creating moonshine cocktails. Please consider buying locally. Independent bookstores need your help.