Author: Hal Donovan

Dedicated to the art of woodworking since 1984.

Toy Pattern: Turkey

Tools Band Saw or Scroll saw Sanders – Rotary & band Sand paper or emery boards  Material 1/2″ and 3/16″ wood Instructions Make patterns from print of Turkey by gluing to a piece of cardboard. Cut patterns to shape. Draw shapes on wood surface. Saw items from material. Easier cutting will result if you double…
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Toy Pattern: Tulip

Tools Band Saw or Scroll saw Sanders – Rotary and belt Drill Press with # 30 drill bit (slightly larger than a 1/8″ bit) to fit 1/8″ dowel more easily Sand paper or emery boards  A table or radial saw may be used to make a square base. Router with ¼” round over bit for…
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Toy Pattern: Truck-Pickup

Tools Band Saw or Scroll saw Sanders – Rotary & band Router (with 1/4″ round over bit) Drill Press Sand paper or emery boards  Material 2″ x 4″ lumber (sand sides smooth) ¼” dowel Instructions Make pattern from print of Car by gluing to a piece of cardboard. Cut pattern to shape. Draw shape on…
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