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How to kerf, Kerfing MDF, Bending Wood. The Wood Bending. The beginning Wood bending is one of the techniques used in the wood processing from a long time ago. Even it is particularly special, but actually not a difficult technique (especially when using a pure material). Some of the classic examples are boat, barrel and container types. The native Indian of the American traditionally bends a wood to make a snowshoes, sledge, luge and canoe. In Europe, this technique already been used for a long time in the making of chair such as the slat back chair and the ladder back chair that already existed in the middle ages (1100-1450) and often could be seen in their wood block print and the copperplate print.

Nowadays, there are various designs for chair with a value-added element, and to make it as a product, the need to learn the manufacturing technique and its application becomes very important. Type of bending process Bending process such as a heating method, depends on the different of the method used, could be classified as below. 2.Kerfing. Laser cutting technique makes plywood bendable. The Henna Page "How-to" Mix Henna. Heavy Petal » Moss Graffiti. I’ll just say it right off the bat: I love moss. I’ve always loved it. When I was a kid, there was a clearing in the forest I lived next to, and in the centre was a stone absolutely thick with the most beautiful emerald-green moss.

I was convinced (and still secretly believe) that faeries congregated there. It was definitely a magical place. So I really don’t understand the effort expended to rid lawns of moss. My father-in-law, upon seeing my sad excuse for a lawn for the first time, said, “you need some moss killer.” Anyway, I came across a novel use for moss and thought I’d share: moss graffiti. Quick Moss Starter So, the idea of moss graffiti is that you apply this moss milkshake to your chosen canvas and create a design or object out of moss (as in the photo above). Via Make. ‪Traditional Filipino Weapons, Knives, Swords And Other Weapon Presentations...‬‏ ‪Homemade Micarta‬‏ Travel AA Solar Charger - Altoids! Fusion Jr. Home Energy Reactor.

Visit my youtube page for more cool projects: The “Fusion Jr.” Home Energy Reactor is in essence a mini-generator that derives its power off of combustible waste material (like paper, wood, yard clippings, and even some plastics) inspired by “Mr. Fusion” as seen in the movie “Back to the Future II”. This is a green technology that derives power from an alternative fuel source that can be built by mostly salvaged components (well, not everything).

The Gasifier unit cleanly converts garbage into a burnable gas often called “syngas” or “woodgas,” then burns it creating heat which can be used to cook food (I have personally used this to cook a pot of soup) or Peltier Cells can convert the heat directly into electricity. The minimum energy expected from one unit is dependent on how many peltier cells are used. EGO, The Coolest Submarine/Boat You Will Ever See! I have seen some cool things in the past, as I am sure most people have, but this is just one of those ideas that begs the question ... Why didn't I think of that? The idea is actually quite ingenious. Those pontoon like things the two people are standing on are exactly that, pontoons. This is like a half boat, half submarine unit.

This semi-submarine was debuted at the Miami International Boat Show, and word is that is stole the show. Of course, then there's the question of intelligence ... Anthro-Inspired Mirror. You all know we love a good Anthropologie knockoff around here – so a couple of days ago when I was browsing online I came across this mirror. Oh I definitely need that. Hold the presses – did that say $498??? Huh. We can do better than that. :) So after scouring the thrift shops, cutting myself on mirror glass, and overcoming an unreasonable fear of Mod Podge, here is my version!

(Bear with me here – taking a picture of a mirror is a bit tricky. It’s difficult to get the right angle to show off the whole thing, without just taking a picture of yourself) Ready for the tutorial? You’ll need: A MirrorEasy Off Oven CleanerFabric (enough to cover the frame and the back of the mirror)Mod PodgeA Staple Gun or other framing tool I went searching for a method to removing silvering and came across a great tutorial at Mitzi’s Collectibles. I started with a frame that I found at the thrift store. Obviously not clean. Start by taking your mirror out of the frame. Now walk away. Keep scrubbing. The Gizmologist's Lair. Adventures in home-making: The world's best sewing tutorials in no particular order.

Alina's Adventures sew everything A P indicates a printable tutorial or pdf pattern. An F indicates a personal favorite. PET CARECatnip fish toy (Martha Stewart)Clothespin apron (Pick Up Some Creativity)Cool and cozy pet bed (Sew4Home)Country gent dog coat with pattern (Craftzine)Collapsible travel dish (Craft Stylish)Color spectrum pet bed (Design Sponge)Custom-fit doggy coat (Pretty Little Things)Dog leash (The Purl Bee)Embellished doggy sweater (Miss Lovie)Fabric dog coat pattern (Cut Out & Keep) PFabric pet bed (Inspiration & Realization)Fabric pup tent (CasaSugar)Family connection writing center (Craftzine)Fleece dog bed (Dog Under My Bed)Pet pouches (The B Line)Sweater dog toys (Craft Stylish)Squeaky doggie bone (Laura Griffin)Water resistant doggy coats (Martha Stewart) FOR THINGS WITH TWO WHEELSBicycle bucket (Noodlehead)Bicycle frame lunch bag (Evil Mad Scientist)Bike seat cover (thimble)Good old bike seat cover (Pickles) Key wristlet (Chickpea Sewing Studio) Tweet This!

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