Build idea
Scrap-wood mantel trees
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A set of small tiered evergreen silhouettes from pine or poplar scrap, each glued to a short base so they stand on a mantel. Trace one cardboard template, cut on a bandsaw or scroll saw, sand and oil.
- Rough size
- About 8 to 12 in tall each
- Wood
- Pine scrap, Poplar or maple scrap also work
Tools you might use
- Band saw
- Drill and bits
- Sanding
- Bandsaw or scroll saw
- Cardboard or hardboard for a template
- Drill or driver for base screws, or wood glue and clamps
- Random-orbit sander or sanding block, 120–220 grit
- Wipe-on oil or clear finish
- Safety glasses and hearing protection
Our tool picks for this idea: Clamps · Wood glue
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