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continued from page 37 INSTRUCTIONS using the sanding mop. If not fhe mop will caTch the piece and toss it toward the left, far across the room. In my case, it always goes behind the cabinet sitting beside the drill press, which requires me to get out the pincher tool with the long handle!) Step 1. Photocopy the patterns, saving the originals for future use. Attach the patterns to the wood using temporary-bond spray adhesive and cut out all the pieces. (Both side pieces of each ornament can bo stack cut. Simply use double-sided masking tape to hold the two pieces of wood together.) Step 2. If you're like me and have difficulty culling a long straight line (such as the one on Section 3 of each piece), sand it straight using the disc sander. Step 3. Remove the patterns. Sand all the pieccs by hand using 220-grit sandpaper. Alternatively, use a sarding mop, which comes in handy when sanding this many small pieces. (I advise you to hold onto the piece firmly when Step 4. Apply wood sealer to the pieces, let dry, ard sand them smooth. Apply glue to Slot A or Sections 1 and 2. Slide them together, and clamp them into place. Apply glue to the Slot Bs, (There are two on Section 2, and one on each Section 3 piece.) Also apply glue along the long straight edge of both Section 3 pieces. Slide the pieces together, and clamp into place. Let all glue dry before removing the clamps. Step 5. Paint your ornaments using your colors of choice. They can be as basic or detailed as you choose. I used metallic paints to add a touch of shimmer. When dry, apply a few coats of clear spray finish to them, allowing each coat to dry before applying the next. Step 6. Use a stiletto or straight pin to make a starter hole for the screw eye. (Ihe stitelto is a handy tool that can also be used for screwing the eye into the ornament. It is available at many craft stores. I found mine in the pottery tool department, but it is often also available in the quilting arid sewing departments.) Insert an ornament hanger or ribbon through the hole, and display. For questions concerning this proj'ec/. p/ease send a SASE to: Diana Thompson, 6215 Old Pascogoulo Rd.. Theodore, AL 36582. or email her at: scrollergir1@aol.com. To view other designs by Diana, visit her website, www. scrof/sa winspira tion s. corn. ^ 38 ■ Creative Woodworks S. Crafts Holiday 2007 |
