kwdelre
02-06-2010, 12:07 AM
Hey guys, I wanted to share how I will be making all of my snowflakes for the facade of my home. I have attached 4 images that when taped together give you the exact pattern. (no manipulation with pic software needed)
Here are a few details of the build to help:
- Overall dimensions ~16.5"
- I used 1/2" 9 layer birch ply. I recommend using this as opposed to lower grades because it will hold up better against warping in the long run. Not mention it takes sealing better.
- Use a scroll saw. This is not a very good project for a jigsaw, but it could be done.
- Drill bit size for holes = 7/32"
- Use a small dab of hot glue when installing lights. Makes changing bulbs harder but it's worth it.
- Used some glitter on mine. Maybe during the day it will give it a nice shimmer, but we'll see.
- The pattern contains 101 holes for lights since some 100 ct. strands have 101 lights. Omit one if needed.
Let me know if you need any more info.
http://images.photos2.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp53249%3Enu%3D3242%3E648%3E297%3EWSNR CG%3D32%3C%3A96%3A%3B39325nu0mrj
http://images.photos2.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp53247%3Enu%3D3242%3E648%3E297%3EWSNR CG%3D32%3C%3A96%3A%3B3%3A325nu0mrj
http://images.photos2.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp53253%3Enu%3D3242%3E648%3E297%3EWSNR CG%3D32%3C%3A96596%3A325nu0mrj
Here are a few details of the build to help:
- Overall dimensions ~16.5"
- I used 1/2" 9 layer birch ply. I recommend using this as opposed to lower grades because it will hold up better against warping in the long run. Not mention it takes sealing better.
- Use a scroll saw. This is not a very good project for a jigsaw, but it could be done.
- Drill bit size for holes = 7/32"
- Use a small dab of hot glue when installing lights. Makes changing bulbs harder but it's worth it.
- Used some glitter on mine. Maybe during the day it will give it a nice shimmer, but we'll see.
- The pattern contains 101 holes for lights since some 100 ct. strands have 101 lights. Omit one if needed.
Let me know if you need any more info.
http://images.photos2.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp53249%3Enu%3D3242%3E648%3E297%3EWSNR CG%3D32%3C%3A96%3A%3B39325nu0mrj
http://images.photos2.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp53247%3Enu%3D3242%3E648%3E297%3EWSNR CG%3D32%3C%3A96%3A%3B3%3A325nu0mrj
http://images.photos2.walmart.com/232323232%7Ffp53253%3Enu%3D3242%3E648%3E297%3EWSNR CG%3D32%3C%3A96596%3A325nu0mrj