The mould frame is finished, a backing and a facing have been made for it. Now the parts are fitted together prior to sewing the wires to the ribs. Fitting the Backing The twists on one side are trimmed to fit into the notches cut in the frame. The backing has been made wider thanContinue reading “#22 Fitting Backing and Facing to a Double Faced Laid Mould”
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#2 Sharpen Tools
The wood for moulds, ribs and deckles has been seasoned, straightened and trimmed to near final dimensions. At this point I pause to get the necessary tools tuned up and ready to go. (I’ll post general information first, and include more detail at the end for those who are interested). These are current sharpening methodsContinue reading “#2 Sharpen Tools”