Sharpening a Card Scraper
…To read more on the scraper, we recommend the following from Paul’s blog: Using the Card Scraper– A Good Heel Beats Two Thumbs Why 45 Degrees On Cabinet Scraper Blades?…
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6. Refining the Spatula
Use a sharp card scraper to remove any flats or hard ridges left by the spokeshave. Scrapers work best on hardwoods and you can find out more about sharpening and…
Shaping the Handle
…go back after with the scraper. With all visible flats removed, sand using a sheet of 240 grit sandpaper. Refine with a sharp card scraper, bending a little to match…
Rounding the Edges
…then use a sharp card scraper to refine the roundovers. Try to bend the scraper slightly as this will follow the shape better. There’s no need to skew the plane…
8. Refining the Spoon
With the desired shape roughly finished, the next step is more about achieving smooth, continuous surfaces rather than working on the shape itself. Card scrapers work great for this as…
Gluing Up a Table Top (and Other Wide Boards)
…vise and use it to hold the board while you scrape the surface. Use a #80 scraper to even up the surface and remove the glue. Finish off with sandpaper….
Sharpening Tools and Accessories
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Setting up and Sharpening Guides
Sharpening a Router Plane Sharpening a Card Scraper Sharpening a Plough Plane Sharpening a Gouge Setting Up and Sharpening a #80 Scraper Setting Up a Sliding Bevel Setting up and…
Paul’s Top Woodworking Tips: Part 1
…and remove any glue residue. Using a Steel Rule as a Scraper Using a knife against the edge of a steel rule creates a very fine burr on the edge….
Shaping the Top and Bottom Edges
…down the hill Once you have created a shape you’re happy with, use a card scraper to take off any remaining flats, followed by sandpaper. You will be taking the…