Creative Woodworks & crafts 2002-11, страница 52

Patterns Located in Full Size Pattern Section No. 1!

designee)' by Dirk B<3elman and sawn by Karen Boelman of The Art Factory

Introduction

Our; ■'stdr-spangled" wall shelf is the perfect place to proudly dispiay photos and mementos of the veterans in your' family.

. We made our project from plain old No. 2 pine, complete with knots. The wood is readily available, saws eas'ly, and is plenty sturdy for this type of project. Since ws intended to paint the shelf, we weren't concerned fdbojt grain patterns or variations in the color of the wood. Of course, you can also: use any other kind of wood that you prefer.

INSTRUCTIONS

For starters, keep in mind that this project is fairly long. We cut ours on a scroll saw with a 20" throat length without too much difficulty. If younsdw is smaller than 20",. you probably won't want to *ack!o this project unless you intend to use spiral saw blades. •'.-,

Transfer the patterns to the stock. Bore blade entry holes and make all cuts, beginning With the interior and working toward the'perimeter.

Remove patterns and touch up any imperfections with needle files, sandpaper, etc. If desired, use a router with your bit of choice to produce a decorative: edge on the shelf.

Drill T/8"-Pid:' holes tfefpugMhe shelf where, indicated for insertion-of the wood'Screws, that will -secure the shelf to the back piece: ■ Also,:-drill l/8"-Dia. holes partially

SUPPLIES

Wood: wood of choice—one piece 3/4" x 6-1/2" x 22" (for back piece), one piece 3/4" x 4-3/4" x 23-1/2" (for shelf)

Tools: scroll saw with assorted blades; drill with bits including a l/8"-Dia. bit and a 3-l/2"-Dia. Forstner bit (optional); router with decorative bit of choice (optional) Temporary-bond spray adhesive Sandpaper, assorted grits Wood glue Clamps

Two wood screws White oaint primer Prima® acrylic Cerulean Blue hue Two small-sized American flags [optional) 4-l/2"-Dia. clock dial (includes nails used for assembly)*

Quartz clock (includes mechanism, hand shaft, hour, minute, and second hands, and washer and nut used for assembly)* Two sawtooth hangers (includes nails)* *Available as a package for $25.00 U.S. funds (includes shipping to U.S. and Canada) from The Art Factory, P.O. Box 701 Platteville, Wl 53818; (800) 566-6394; www.theartfactory.com.

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