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SUPPLIES Wood: brown cr red hardwood, such as cherry or oak—one piece 1/4" to l/2"x 3-1/4" x 8-1/2" Tools: scroll saw with No. 2R and/or 5f? blades: drill with assorted bits: fixed disc or belt Sander with fine or extra-fine (120/220} disc or belt Temporary-bond spray adhesive Sandpaper, assorted grits Clear packing tape finishing oil of choice, such as fung, walnut, or Danish oil Fishing line or thin cord for hanger (optional} cutting, and it makes the piece easier to handle. Attach the pattern to the tape using spray adhesive. Step 2. Drill the guide holes. I recommend using reverse-tooth blades to reduce chipping on the bottom of the wood and to handle the delicate detail cuts. A No. 2R blade works well for cutting out Santa's face, and the remainder of the piece can be comfortably cut using a No. 5R blade. Finishing Step 3. If you have used the packing tape, simply peel the tape and pattern off the wood. Otherwise, remove the pattern using your method of choice. Use a disc or belt sander to sand the front and back of the wood, and to smooth the outer edges of the piece. Use a 1/4 sheet of 220-grit sandpaper to remove any remaining burrs. Using a coarser-grit sandpaper, round over the outer edges of the oval, and then use 220-grit sandpaper to smooth the rounded edges. Step 4. Use a clean paintbrush or tool of choice to clean the Santa. Finish by applying a thin oil, such as fung or walnut oil, to seal the inner edges. Let dry. Display options Step 5. I sometimes use a slotted base to display aval pieces on a shelf. You can use the same type of wood for the base as you used for the Santa, or select a wood in a complementary color. It should be at least 3/4" thick because of the way the Santa will be inserted into if. To make the base, cut a simple oval shape measuring approximately 6" long and 3" wide. Fret-cut a slot into the middle of the base that is approximately 3" long. The width of the slot should match the thickness of the wood used for the Santa. (It is better to err on the side of caution and cut the slot too small, rather than too big.) Test-fit the Santa into tho slot, and adjust the opening as needed. Whon fitted properly, the Santa should lit snugly, approximately 1/4" lo 1/2" inlo the slot, and stand erect. Also, the Santa should not separate from the base when lifted. After achieving the proper fit, shape the outer edges of the base using a rou'er, and apply your finish of choice. To display the piece on a wall or in a window, cut the Santa from thinner wood, and drill two small holes at the top sides of the oval, approximately 1 /4" in from the outer edge. Thread light fishing line through the holes, and tie the ends into a knot to create a hanger. Send questions concerning this project to: Wayne Fowler, 33 Longmeadow Cres., Markham, Ontario, Canada L3R 3J6, or email him at; fantasiesisaw@rogers.com cc V « Precise ■ Reliable ■ Easy to use For your free brochure, call 800-322-2226 or SCROLL SAW BLADES Receive One Dozen FREE blades* for life, plus get FREE shipping** with your order of $25 or more from this ad or our website. Then youll get one FREE dozen of ScroJIAmerica' blades every time you place an order of $25 or more now and in the future. Save 10% now! CM 1 -800-220-1152 oi visit us online at Scroll America Blades Per Dozen Scroll America Blades Per Dozen
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