mtylerfl
05-02-2013, 10:51 PM
Hello,
Here is a preview of the next Project of the Month (for MAY 2013)...The Wheelbarrow Decorative Plant Cart!
The Wheelbarrow Decorative Plant Cart project proves Spring has arrived! It’s not just for Spring, though - fill it up with your favorite seasonal silk plants or flowers to enjoy year-round. This charming wooden cart adds a nice decorative element to your deck, porch, entry foyer, or even as a centerpiece placed on a buffet or tabletop.
The project uses the 1/16" Carving Bit and the 1/8" Cutting Bit. No other bits are required.
The overall dimensions of the Wheelbarrow Plant Cart project are about 8½" x 9" x 17½" .
Main items you will need:
1) The Project Files (included):
• Handles_and_Supports.mpc
• Side_Panels.mpc
• Wheel.mpc
2) Boards with the following dimensions:
Handles and Supports: .75" x 9.2" x 25"
Side Panels: .75" x 6.25" x 26"
Wheel: .75" x 6" x 18"
(Do not use boards that are smaller than specified above unless using an appropriate jig.)
3) 1/8"and 5/8"diameter dowels, 1/2"-thick craft board or ply for 3 panels:
• two panels 0.5" x 3.75" x 5.5"
• one panel 0.5" x 5.5" x 7.5"
(cut these plain panels yourself - not an MPC)
4) Sandpaper, wood glue, clamps, stain and/or paint and clear finish
5) A Dremel-type rotary tool with assorted sanding wheels and bits to sand small details and speed up preparation for finishing.
Apply stain/paint and clearcoat of your choice. The sample prototype has been left natural and is made from Select Pine.
Here is a preview of the next Project of the Month (for MAY 2013)...The Wheelbarrow Decorative Plant Cart!
The Wheelbarrow Decorative Plant Cart project proves Spring has arrived! It’s not just for Spring, though - fill it up with your favorite seasonal silk plants or flowers to enjoy year-round. This charming wooden cart adds a nice decorative element to your deck, porch, entry foyer, or even as a centerpiece placed on a buffet or tabletop.
The project uses the 1/16" Carving Bit and the 1/8" Cutting Bit. No other bits are required.
The overall dimensions of the Wheelbarrow Plant Cart project are about 8½" x 9" x 17½" .
Main items you will need:
1) The Project Files (included):
• Handles_and_Supports.mpc
• Side_Panels.mpc
• Wheel.mpc
2) Boards with the following dimensions:
Handles and Supports: .75" x 9.2" x 25"
Side Panels: .75" x 6.25" x 26"
Wheel: .75" x 6" x 18"
(Do not use boards that are smaller than specified above unless using an appropriate jig.)
3) 1/8"and 5/8"diameter dowels, 1/2"-thick craft board or ply for 3 panels:
• two panels 0.5" x 3.75" x 5.5"
• one panel 0.5" x 5.5" x 7.5"
(cut these plain panels yourself - not an MPC)
4) Sandpaper, wood glue, clamps, stain and/or paint and clear finish
5) A Dremel-type rotary tool with assorted sanding wheels and bits to sand small details and speed up preparation for finishing.
Apply stain/paint and clearcoat of your choice. The sample prototype has been left natural and is made from Select Pine.