Creative Woodworks & crafts 1998-03, страница 58

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut and sand the pieces

Make three copies of the Toucan pattern, found in Full Size Pattern Section No. 1. Adhere the first copy to the 1/2"-thick wood with temporary-bond spray adhesive. Saw out Ihe pattern, cutting the outline as well as the components denoted with a solid line that are NOT marked with an "X" or an "O." Remove the pattern, then round over all edges with a 1/4"-Dia. roundover bit and your router. Use the Moto-tool to shape any edges that the router cannot reach (see the Exploded View Drawing).

Attach the second copy of the pattern to the 1/8"-thick plywood, making sure that the entire backer pattern, which is denoted by the dashed line, is secured to the wood. Cut out the backer, then remove the pattern.

Sand all parts smooth, use a tack cloth to remove any sanding residue, then seal with wood sealer.

Dry assemble the toucan, then lay the third copy of the pattern on top of the assembly and transfer the remaining lines (those denoted by an "X" or an "O") to the pattern

pieces with graphite paper. Use the Moto-tool to add carving lines where indicated by an "X"—any lines denoted with an "O" are painting lines.

Using the photograph as a guide, paint the toucan as shown. For the branch, basecoat the entire area Dark Chocolate and allow to dry. Next, add a coat of Spice Brown to the same area. When the paint has dried thoroughly, coat the entire area with crackle varnish—the thicker the coat you apply, the more pronounced the cracks will appear.

On a flat surface, lay out a piece of wax paper large enough to hold the entire project. Using 5-minute epoxy, glue all of the parts together, making sure to apply glue to the sides only. Remove any glue squeeze out on the top of the pieces. Allow to dry.

Turn the assembly over and glue on the backer. Allow to dry, then use the key hole router bit to create a hole through the backer and into the piece for hanging.

Seal the entire piece with matte varnish, then enjoy this little piece of paradise which is now a part of your home! •>

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