Now let's make the frames...

Again, I measured the frames based on the blueprint, only using the patterns to check for accuracy.
I used a guide and a circular saw to cut the straight lines, and a guide and router for the curves. I'm on a roll!


I attached 3/4 x 1.75" strips of fir to the sides of my frames, a little different than what the instructions specified. Something about the 3/8" plywood ribs remind me of a wooden knife, just waiting to hurt me. In addition, I think a thicker "rib" would look better.

Every project needs a little "personality". If you use a guide, make sure you keep your tool firmly against the guide or this will happen. A little epoxy putty will take care of this...

Here I'm sanding the frames, getting ready for a coat of epoxy.

 

>> Next Step: Glass the inside of the sides >>

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