From 6f26b933e68a7b209a1f32af61103fd2f552a3e8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Blaise Thompson Date: Tue, 8 Dec 2020 20:04:08 -0600 Subject: mug-holder --- posts/mug-holder.md | 89 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 89 insertions(+) create mode 100644 posts/mug-holder.md (limited to 'posts/mug-holder.md') diff --git a/posts/mug-holder.md b/posts/mug-holder.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..f68552f --- /dev/null +++ b/posts/mug-holder.md @@ -0,0 +1,89 @@ +title: mug-holder +date: 2020-11-29 + +I made an overdesigned mug holder for my apartment! + +# table of contents + +[TOC] + +# raw material + +I used an old piece of flooring that my dad had laying around. +This meant that I needed to rip down the sides before beginning. +The wood is pretty, but not perfect. + +
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+ +# cutting to size + +I cut down the wood and used a joiner and planar to finish it. + +
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After ripping.
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In planar.
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Chopping to length.
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+ +I used the drill press to dril pilot holes (for hooks) and countersunk through holes (for mounting screws). + +
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+ +# finishing + +I sanded the board to take off the edges and saw marks. + +
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Sanding.
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Endgrain detail.
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+ +I applied two coats of my favorite "salad bowl finish" by brush. +I did it pretty casually but it came out well. + +
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+ +Finally I installed my hooks, purchased from [Mendards](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Menards). + +
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+ +# final product + +As designed, the mug holder works great on the end of the awkward thin wall that divdes my kitchen and living room. +Given how little storage space I have in the kitchen, it's a real help. +Plus it's a nice way to display my mug collection! + +
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Detail of "Ah!" mug given to me by my good friend Claire Till.
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