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Assembly and Finishing

Step 15. Position the bird plaque on the piece of veneer so the grain of the veneer runs horizontally across the plaque. Trace the perimeter of the bird plaque onto the veneer. Carefully cut along the traced line using scissors. Apply a generous amount of glue to the back of the bird plaque, and glue it to the veneer backer, aligning the edges. Place a weight on the assembly to ensure that good contact is made between the plaque and the backer, and let dry completely.

Step 16. When dry, use the handheld orbital sander to sand the back edges of the plaque, ensuring that the veneer backer is flush with the edge of the plaque. (Be careful not to compromise the angle of the edges.)

Step 17. Apply a thin bead of glue to the inner opening of the frame piece.

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Step 18. Insert the bird plaque into the frame, and seat into place. Use a damp paper towel or cotton swab to blot away any excess glue that may ooze out. Let dry completely.

Step 19. Apply several coats of spray varnish to the piece, allowing each coat to dry thoroughly before applying the next. Glue a hanger onto the back of each plaque using two-part epoxy. (Because the plaques are so small and lightweight, the glue should be sufficient for securing the hangers in place.)

For questions concerning this project, please contact Sheila at 902-245-5865, or email her at: sheilalandryde-signs@gmail.com. To see and purchase other patterns by Sheila, and to download free brochures of her designs, visit www.sheilalandrydesigns.com. s^