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Dowels are a useful tool for woodworking projects, but their versatility extends far beyond. With a little imagination and your woodworking talent, you can create projects that transcend into other hobbies. Take, for example, crafting a thread spool holder using a dowel. It’s a simple yet effective way to have easy access to and storage for your threads.
1. Start with a 1/8 inch diameter dowel that is approximately 48 inches long. Using a tape measure, carefully mark three inch lengths along the dowel. Adjust the dowel length depending on the size and number of spool holders you want to make, or the amount of thread you have to store.
2. Once marked, cut the dowel into sections using a saw.
3. To ensure a smooth finish, use sandpaper to carefully smooth the edges of each cut section.
4. Depending on how many dowel pegs you want to use, choose a suitable size for the wood that will serve as the holder’s base. Leave at least two inches of space between dowel pegs to accommodate various spool sizes. Also, allow for a thickness that will accommodate the three inch dowel pegs, as they will be inserted into the base later in the project.
5. Prepare the wood for drilling by marking where the dowel pegs will be inserted. Maintain a one inch margin between the outer edges of the wood and the first mark of each row. Then, mark the wood in two inch increments both sideways and lengthways.
6. With a 1/8 inch drill bit, carefully drill into each marked spot on the wood to a depth of about 3/4 inch.
7. Apply wood glue into each drilled hole.
8. Insert a single dowel peg into each hole, ensuring a snug fit, and allow time for the glue to dry.
9. If desired, add some color to the thread spool holder by painting it. This can complement your sewing or crafting room. Allow sufficient time for the paint to dry before placing spools of thread on the dowel pegs.
With a little creativity, the versatility of a quality hardwood dowel goes beyond traditional woodworking projects. You can use it to simplify and organize within other hobbies as well.
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