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When working on the diamond,
it is not possible to strike the edge of the stock with a hammer without
damaging it. (One exception is straightening stock on edge with a wooden
mallet.) This spring swage permits backing up ½” square stock
for the purpose of upsetting a square corner.
Information on how it is made and used appear in issue 147. |
| Along with the square corner swage, is this
slot punching guide for working on the diamond. Shown here are the
first steps in making the tool. |
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Using the tools already shown,
stock is prepared to make this thread-the-needle ornament. Complete
step by step instructions are shown. |
| Variations
including a baluster, mounting bracket and split scroll round out the "working
on the diamond" theme of this issue. |
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The idea for this design originated
with a client who wanted a large sconce that permitted easy access for cleaning
the interior glass. A wall mounted vertical member supports the hinges.
The top is held by the upper portion of the vertical member. The two
designs are based on the same structure, but show two different styles.
Details for mounting the electrical components are not shown. |
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