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Pattern Located in Full Size Pattern Section No. 21

50 Ornaments

SUPPLIES

Tools: scroll saw with assorted blades; drill with bits Temporary-bond spray adhesive Sandpaper, assorted grits Finish of choice

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Don Fenelon

A Few Tips

These ornaments look best when done in 1/8" to 1/4" light colored, clear grained hardwood. Woods that have a lot of character or are too dark make the details of many ornaments hard to discern. Some good choices for com

monly available wood are cherry, oak, maple and mahogany. There are quite a few others (including exotics), and the price range is significant. Baltic birch plywood and the use of stains and paints is also good. Shipping pallets that are being thrown away by stores also can be a good source of wood. I've found many made of oak that are just the right thickness and just need to be sanded to be usable. Mahogany pallets can be found where a store imports products. Old furniture can also be a source of wood. The drawer sides and bottoms of trashed desks and dressers and cheap yard sale furniture can put quite a bit of cash in your pocket. Keep your eyes open!