By Ivan E. Hoyt
The normal Pennsylvania Dutch folks perform of portray colourful, around geometric designs without delay on barns was once tailored to a indifferent disk structure within the mid-twentieth century. Ivan Hoyt is likely one of the such a lot celebrated artisans of hex signal portray, and during this targeted how-to booklet he stocks his wisdom, offering info on instruments, specific step by step directions and images, layout rules, portray tips, numerous initiatives, and extra. Hidden lay-flat spiral binding for simple use.
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EYE AND EAR PROTECTION Always wear recommended eye protection and certified ear protection when operating power tools. DUST MASK Wear a dust mask suitable for small particles, particularly if you have allergies. SANDPAPER Medium- to fine-grit sandpaper in several assorted grits from 120 to 220. Approximate cost $1 per sheet. FILE Medium-cut wood file. Approximate cost $5. Painting Accessories PLASTIC CONTAINERS Clean plastic containers from margarine, cottage cheese, or other food products recycled from kitchen use.
As an alternative, you can purchase 1-ounce plastic condiment cups from a craft store or restaurant- supply shop. They are inexpensive, about 2 cents apiece, and are very handy for holding and mixing the small quantities of paint you will be working with on your hex sign. Caution: Test the thinner you are using in the cups before leaving them unattended. Occasionally, the plastic cups will get soft and leak as a result of prolonged exposure to the solvent. Always promptly dispose of any materials used with combust ible paints and solvents in airtight metal refuse containers.
If the blank disk has a slick or glossy surface, however, it may be better to use an All-Stabilo pencil or china marker, also called a grease pencil. It comes in different colors, black being the most versatile. Approximate cost $1 each. COMPASSES Compasses are indispensable for laying out hex signs. A Circle Master compass is the best type for laying out circles up to 12 inches in diameter. It can be used with a regular pencil or china marker. When you put this compass on a certain setting and tighten the knurled nut, the setting will not change until you change it.