Hey everyone, today I want to talk about my journey of making a tennis trophy. It all started when our local tennis club decided to host a friendly tournament. I thought, “Why not make the trophy myself?” So I jumped right into it.
First, I needed some inspiration. I browsed around the internet for what kind of trophies were out there. There are so many options, like single column, multi-column, and those cool-looking wreath riser ones. I even saw some made from resin or with cups on top. It was a bit overwhelming, but it gave me a good idea of what I could do.
After getting a general sense of the styles, I started sketching some designs. I’m no artist, but I managed to come up with a few ideas that I liked. I wanted something that looked classic but also had a personal touch. I decided to go with a simple, elegant design that featured a tennis racket and a ball.
Next, I had to figure out what materials to use. I considered metal, wood, and even some plastics. I ended up choosing a combination of wood for the base and metal for the tennis racket and ball. I figured this would give it a nice weight and a premium feel. I went to a local craft store and picked up a nice piece of wood for the base. For the metal parts, I visited a hardware store and found some metal sheets that I could cut and shape.
With the materials in hand, I began working on the base. I sanded down the wood until it was smooth and then stained it with a rich, dark color. I wanted it to look polished and professional. It took some time, but the result was worth it.
The trickier part was creating the tennis racket and ball. I used the metal sheets and carefully cut out the shapes. I’m not gonna lie, it was a bit challenging. Bending the metal to form the racket took some patience and a few tries. But I didn’t give up. I used some pliers and a small hammer to shape the metal until it looked just right. For the tennis ball, I found a small metal sphere that worked perfectly.
Once the individual pieces were ready, I had to assemble them. I attached the metal racket and ball to the wooden base using some strong adhesive. I made sure everything was securely in place and that the trophy stood upright without any issues. It was starting to come together, and I was getting excited.
The final step was adding some engraving. I wanted to personalize the trophy with the tournament’s name and the year. I found a local shop that offered engraving services. They did a fantastic job, and the engraving added a beautiful finishing touch to the trophy.
The Final Result
- Design: Classic with a personal touch.
- Materials: Wood for the base, metal for the racket and ball.
- Process: Sketched designs, prepared the wood base, shaped the metal pieces, assembled everything, and added engraving.
Seeing the completed tennis trophy was so satisfying. It looked great, and everyone at the tournament loved it. The winner was thrilled to receive such a unique award. It made all the hard work totally worth it. I learned a lot during this process, and it was a fun project. If you’re thinking about making your own trophy, I say go for it! It’s a rewarding experience, and you get to create something truly special.
