mtylerfl
03-31-2014, 08:12 AM
Hello,
The Egg-centric Repository is a fun and whimsical container for all manner of “stuff”! Stow wrapped candies or paper clips on the desk, or whatever strikes your fancy - it’s all up to you. It is certainly a conversation starter. Friends and family will take notice of this somewhat humorous rendition of a “box”!
The project uses the 1/16" Carving Bit and the 1/8" Cutting Bit. No other bits are required. The overall dimensions of the Egg-centric Repository, including the stand, are about 8" dia. x 8" tall. The egg itself measures about 4.5" dia. x 6.75" tall.
Main items you will need:
1) The Project Files (included):
• Eggcentric.mpc
• Egg_Stand.mpc
2) Boards with the following dimensions:
Eggcentric: .75" x 11" x 30"
Egg Stand: .75" x 7" x 18"
NOTE: Do not use boards that are smaller than specified above unless using an appropriate jig to achieve these minimum dimensions.
3) Three silicon or felt self-stick dots to cushion the egg when put in the stand.
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. OPTIONAL: Spindle sander and/or hand power sander.
Apply stain/paint and clearcoat of your choice. Here’s what I used on my Egg-centric Repository made from Select Pine:
Egg Stand:
• Rust-Oleum Golden Mahogany Ultimate Stain
• Several light coats of Krylon acrylic clear spray
Egg-centric Container:
• Brushed 7 coats of full-strength Bulls Eye SealCoat sanding with 400-grit between coats for a high-gloss finish
I created the sample as a “pure” egg with no adornment. However, there are endless possibilities to decorate the egg as you wish. A few starter ideas are:
• use “puff paint” to create raised, extruded designs
• use a wood burner to create burned-in designs
• apply gold, copper or silver leaf to the egg
• coat with metallic paints and apply an antique patina
• apply spray “stone” texture or marbleizing paint
• modify the MPC file to include a small drill hole in the center of the top, then insert a decorative wooden or metal knob as a “lift” handle
The Egg-centric Repository is a fun and whimsical container for all manner of “stuff”! Stow wrapped candies or paper clips on the desk, or whatever strikes your fancy - it’s all up to you. It is certainly a conversation starter. Friends and family will take notice of this somewhat humorous rendition of a “box”!
The project uses the 1/16" Carving Bit and the 1/8" Cutting Bit. No other bits are required. The overall dimensions of the Egg-centric Repository, including the stand, are about 8" dia. x 8" tall. The egg itself measures about 4.5" dia. x 6.75" tall.
Main items you will need:
1) The Project Files (included):
• Eggcentric.mpc
• Egg_Stand.mpc
2) Boards with the following dimensions:
Eggcentric: .75" x 11" x 30"
Egg Stand: .75" x 7" x 18"
NOTE: Do not use boards that are smaller than specified above unless using an appropriate jig to achieve these minimum dimensions.
3) Three silicon or felt self-stick dots to cushion the egg when put in the stand.
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. OPTIONAL: Spindle sander and/or hand power sander.
Apply stain/paint and clearcoat of your choice. Here’s what I used on my Egg-centric Repository made from Select Pine:
Egg Stand:
• Rust-Oleum Golden Mahogany Ultimate Stain
• Several light coats of Krylon acrylic clear spray
Egg-centric Container:
• Brushed 7 coats of full-strength Bulls Eye SealCoat sanding with 400-grit between coats for a high-gloss finish
I created the sample as a “pure” egg with no adornment. However, there are endless possibilities to decorate the egg as you wish. A few starter ideas are:
• use “puff paint” to create raised, extruded designs
• use a wood burner to create burned-in designs
• apply gold, copper or silver leaf to the egg
• coat with metallic paints and apply an antique patina
• apply spray “stone” texture or marbleizing paint
• modify the MPC file to include a small drill hole in the center of the top, then insert a decorative wooden or metal knob as a “lift” handle