Hello,
Here is a preview of the next Project of the Month (for MARCH 2012), the Industria Synchroon.
Here is a unique mantle/table clock reminiscent of the late eighteenth century industrial age. The Industria Synchroon clock makes a fun and bold design statement in your home or business!
The project uses the 1/16" Carving Bit and the 1/8" Cutting Bit. The overall dimensions of the finished project are about 14" x 8½" x 3" deep.
Main items you will need:
1) The Project Files (included):
• Board_1.mpc
• Board_2.mpc
2) Boards with the following dimensions:
Board 1: .75" x 11" x 27"
Board 2: .75" x 11" x 28"
(NOTE: Do not use boards that are smaller than specified above, or if you are using a sled, you can subtract 7" from the length of the board and have the sled provide the extra 7" required)
3) A 3¼" clock insert (we used model #15559 from http://www.klockit.com)
4) Sandpaper, wood glue, epoxy, ¼" dia. wooden dowels and dowel buttons, stain 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.
I plan to finish my own Industria Synchroon (made from Select Pine) using a variety of Sculpt Nouveau metallic paints. I decided this too late to include the final finished photos at the moment...but watch this CarveWright Forum thread for the final pics and finishing details!