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Compound Cuts


kywoodmaster

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I did some compound cut ornaments over the last few weekends.  This was my first attempt at this type cutting.  2 things that I learned really quick are #1 the wood has to be square and #2 the pattern has to be folded accurately.

Just a tip for anyone doing these patterns.  If you have a scale rule it is the greatest tool going for folding the patterns.  Line up the center line atop the triangle and it makes a perfectly straight crisp fold.

Just thought I would throw this out.

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Other tips on folding patterns.I

If you are folding longer patterns ( Wands ), a HF 18" sheet metal brake works very well. Stumpy Nubs has a recent video about a shop made jig to make it even easier to use ( this will be a winter project ).

I tried a pair of sheet metal locking pliers ( wide jaws ) but the edges are mismatched, another winter project.

When using a ruler, a "bone folder" will allow you to crease the paper without cutting the paper fibers.

 

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I also use straight edge and razor knife to score the fold.  
Also, when I am making the bird houses, I reduce to pattern so it is 1.25” x 1.25” square.  It makes a huge difference when cutting the piece, plus less lumber. And, personally,  I think they look nicer versus the 1.5” square pieces. 
I forgot to add, the birds are reduced in size also. 

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