2 Plant Label

Problem—To cut across the grain, and, by removing two equal triangles, to form a well-tapered point.

Material—One piece of basswood, 6×1×1/4 inches.

PLANT LABEL


Take the end A B and find the center, C. From A measure off two and a half inches, and place point D. From B measure off two and a half inches, and place point E. Connect points CD and CE. Place the same measurements on the reverse side. With the knife cut off triangles A-C-D and B-C-E. Sandpaper the wood until it is smooth and the label is finished.

3 Pencil Sharpener

Problem—Curve-cutting.

Material—One piece of basswood, 6-1/2×1-1/4×1/4 inches. One piece of sandpaper, 1×3-1/8 inches. Glue. Stain.