Creative Woodworks & crafts 2003-06, страница 44
continued from page 42 Shaping Dry assemble the pieces and mark reference lines for shaping. These lines will help with the fitting. Shape down to these lines with whichever tool you prefer. I like using a small pneumatic sander for most of the shaping (see Fig. 2). If I need to take a lot of material off, I also use a 6" belt sander. Shape down to the reference lines and try to achieve a smooth transition from one level to the next. Sanding There are not many choices when it comes to sanding. You can use either good old elbow grease and sandpaper, a contour sander like a flap sander (see Fig. 3), or a Star Twister sanding mop (see Fig. 4). I don't sand past 220-grit anymore. Why create more fine dust than you have to? Finishing With this project you have to apply the finish before the glue up. Use whichever finish you like. I use a natural gel finish called Old Masters. I like gel finishes because you don't have to worry about runs. In this project, any runs would be even more evident because of reflections in the mirror. With gel finishes you don't have to worry about runs, fish eyes, overlap marks, or sanding between coats. The gels Wipe on with a cloth so there are no brushes to dry up on you because you forgot to put them in the thinner when you were done. Backing For this project the backing material is a mirror. Go to your local glass store and have a circle cut 16-3/4" in diameter. I had a notch cut out of the back at the top to allow room for a hanger (see Fig. 5). Assemble the project on the mirror glass and start the glue up, one piece at a time. The glue I have used is called Weldbond. It has held on every mirror project I've done so far. It may not be available in your area, so look for any glue that says it will glue glass on the label. Weldbond claims to be able to glue china, wood, glass, ceramics, porcelain, marble, Corian*, leather, metal, and fabric, to name just a few. Its a bit tricky gluing on the glass because the pieces move around easily. I usually glue a couple outside pieces first, let the glue set, and continue on. I allow more time for drying just to be safe. Once the glue has dried, attach the hanger and its a done deal. Gaze upon your reflection amongst the moon and stars and enjoy. Contact Information: If you have any questions regarding this project, feel free to contact me at 1-800-729-2473, or www.sawbird.com. My patterns are available in the US from P.S. Wood Machines; 1-800-939-4414. 44 • Creative Woodworks S Crafts June 2003 WW5B33—5=- ...... ....... >< ;—i—r~—- have a notch cut into the circle to allow for a hanger. smooth the pieces, once shaped. |
