I know this video is 4 years old but just thought I'd tis the season by sharing what I like to do! I like to make my cuts crooked, short, long and that includes when I measure twice! In fact I cut so much that ends up wrong, I just roll with it and call it abstract woodworking, for sell somewhere on the internet near you!
This is the most descriptive tutorial I've found on this, thank you! I wasn't alloting for the 1/8"for my blade (beginner woodworker!!) Can't wait to try this.
I find it to be easier to nail the 36* angles together first. Then Shou Sugi Ban all sides before assembly. Then just clear coat it. Good video. Thanks
Nail all the 36° angles first with wood glue. Does anyone know how to find the leg length for a star with a 36" interior clearance? I'm using 2 x 6's to make a lawn decoration.
When you are nailing the short piece to the long piece to make the 5 parts, are you nailing the 54 degree end of the short piece to the 54 degree end of the long piece or what combination thereof. I have my pieces cut to dimension based on the original plans and cannot get the pieces in the right order. Appreciate any help where I’m missing something.
You used a stop block when cutting on the radial arm saw; why wouldn't you use one on the chop saw? It wold make for more accurate angles and lengths and go faster than tediously marking the cut lines, trying to cut precisely to the lines. And it would go faster.
Thanks, Kirk, I used regular pine 1 x 2 x 8' from Lowe's which are about $3-4 each. I could make two stars from each piece with the size shown in the vid
I haven't tried that but the hot glue trick was really the easiest way I've found so far to keep the joints tight in the middle. I think the concern with nailing the center first is that it may be harder to close the point joints which are more obvious to the eye.
Just a suggestion you should show how to make that jig for a miter saw
Would it be easier to nail the inner angles first then attach the outside points together at the end?
I know this video is 4 years old but just thought I'd tis the season by sharing what I like to do! I like to make my cuts crooked, short, long and that includes when I measure twice! In fact I cut so much that ends up wrong, I just roll with it and call it abstract woodworking, for sell somewhere on the internet near you!
This is the most descriptive tutorial I've found on this, thank you! I wasn't alloting for the 1/8"for my blade (beginner woodworker!!) Can't wait to try this.
Thank you very much for this great idea! Me and my boys did a practice and we will make one for their room decor. Genius!!!
Interesting video. Thanks for sharing. I'll try this for next Christmas.
Brilliant build video of a star, a ever favorite WW project. Thanks for sharing
I found that if you join all of your 36° angles together instead of the 54° angles, you wont have a problem brad nailing them together.
Good job! Thank you for sharing.
I find it to be easier to nail the 36* angles together first. Then Shou Sugi Ban all sides before assembly. Then just clear coat it. Good video. Thanks
that is cool !!! you make it in a very simply way !!! thanks for sharing your ideas !!!
thanks, Kostas! glad you liked it man
Very good instructive video.
Very nice!
good video man!!
You should pin nail as your putting the start together. You can get a better angle and you won't have any blow outs.
GOOD JOB
Thanks for sharing , I still have a lot of learning on my RAS . This is going to help me play with my saw . Best Regards My friend Fun project
awesome, let me know how your stars turn out!
Nail all the 36° angles first with wood glue.
Does anyone know how to find the leg length for a star with a 36" interior clearance? I'm using 2 x 6's to make a lawn decoration.
👍🏼 they’re beautiful
Back to the Basics 101 thanks!
i use a pair of flush cutting nippers i got at Harbor Freight, (Hobby Lobby has them too). Cost $4.95, to cut nails that break through.
you 2
Muito bacana esse projeto.
When you are nailing the short piece to the long piece to make the 5 parts, are you nailing the 54 degree end of the short piece to the 54 degree end of the long piece or what combination thereof. I have my pieces cut to dimension based on the original plans and cannot get the pieces in the right order. Appreciate any help where I’m missing something.
Great job.
thanks!
You used a stop block when cutting on the radial arm saw; why wouldn't you use one on the chop saw? It wold make for more accurate angles and lengths and go faster than tediously marking the cut lines, trying to cut precisely to the lines. And it would go faster.
After writing my comment I looked and saw that this video is 4 years old. I hope you read comments on old videos!
Ever try nailing opposite angles first?
I'm new at wood working, but can you tell me what's the size of the wood you using for the stars.
Why no wood glue, and much easier to nail the 36 degree joints first.
How long are the pieces?
Great project my friend these look even better than your last batch!
Thanks Opa, I took the time to really measure and double check this time and it made all the difference. Take care my friend!
I love the video. Can you tell me where to find the plans? Thx
Martin Bilotta thanks, link is to the description
They look great. Question......type and dimensions of the wood used? Thks
Thanks, Kirk, I used regular pine 1 x 2 x 8' from Lowe's which are about $3-4 each. I could make two stars from each piece with the size shown in the vid
Can't you nail the center joints first?
I haven't tried that but the hot glue trick was really the easiest way I've found so far to keep the joints tight in the middle. I think the concern with nailing the center first is that it may be harder to close the point joints which are more obvious to the eye.
Very nice design I love it I wish you can send me one
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LOL yep ;) "Focus You >^^>!!"
exactly, keep your stick on the ice!
Demorou!!
Dont have a nail gun and clamping odd shapes like this makes it hard
texasmadefella I have used just hot glue and that works too
Nail the 36 degree first. It’s a lot easier.
ok, ill have to try it next time. i thought it might be harder to close the gaps on the star points, no?
It seems to work fine for me. But whatever makes it easier for you.
Keep up the good work and the videos
ok, good to hear....I mean I'll all about easier! Thanks brother, take care!
nail the inside angles first.
I am sure it could be improved. Check out the plans on the Stodoys website.
Nail the inside PEASES first