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1 Wooden Christmas Tree Created by DIY hacker, woodworker and teacher, Kerryn Carter of Toolschool, take your Christmas tree to a whole new level, with this wooden Christmas Tree project. PROJECT INFORMATION DIFFICULTY: ADVANCED CATEGORY: HOLIDAY PROJECT Tools used: JIGSAW GLUE GUN DRILL DRIVER Also used: PALM SANDER RULER PENCIL CLAMPS Limbs 19MM DRESSED PINE (64MM X 15M) 30MM SPADE BIT GREEN PAINT (WE USED 3 SHADES) Trunk 1 Make your mark On a large piece of paper, mark up the length of your tree trunk (950mm). This will help later when you line up your limbs prior to assembly. CLEAR PINE DOWEL (30MM X 1M) 19MM CLEAR PINE BOARD (184MM X 1.8M) 6 X WOOD SCREWS (8G X 50MM) COUNTERSINK BIT (OPTIONAL) 5MM DRILL BIT (THROUGH HOLE) 3.5MM DRILL BIT (PILOT HOLE) Shining Star Attachment (Optional) 6MM DRILL BIT DOWEL (6MM X 50MM)

2. Wooden Christmas Tree 2 Measure up From the Limb Cut List (pg.

You ll also need to cut out an additional piece (65mm x 64mm) as this will act as the grommet, giving your first tree limb something

TIP: As you mark up the lengths, number them as you go so you can easily identify which order they re placed in to form the tree 3 Cut

TIP: Always ensure you re cutting away from yourself.

2 2. Wooden Christmas Tree 2 Measure up From the Limb Cut List (pg.7), measure how long each tree limb will need to be and mark up the lengths on the wood using a pencil. You ll also need to cut out an additional piece (65mm x 64mm) as this will act as the grommet, giving your first tree limb something to rest on. TIP: As you mark up the lengths, number them as you go so you can easily identify which order they re placed in to form the tree 3 Cut it out Clamp down wood to stable and secure surface. Using your Ryobi ONE+ Jigsaw cut each piece along your pencil line. TIP: Always ensure you re cutting away from yourself. If the angle becomes awkward, adjust your workpiece to suit you, not the other way around. 4 Bring it into line To make 100% sure you ve got all of your pieces, line them up in order against to piece of paper you marked up in Step 1. If when stacked they are smaller or longer than your trunk line, you will need to adjust the length of your tree trunk accordingly (make sure you also allow for the height of the legs, as these attach to the trunk).

3. Wooden Christmas Tree 5 Smooth operator Take your Ryobi ONE+ Palm Sander

6 Hole in one Measure the halfway mark on each tree limb (including the

with your Ryobi ONE+ Drill Driver to drill a hole in the centre.

7 Green with envy (optional) Using a small roller, paint the topsides of the

We alternated between 3 shades of green, but the possibilities are endless!

3 3. Wooden Christmas Tree 5 Smooth operator Take your Ryobi ONE+ Palm Sander and smooth down the edges and corners to ensure there are no sharp edges. 6 Hole in one Measure the halfway mark on each tree limb (including the grommet), and after clamping down your first piece, use a 30mm spade bit with your Ryobi ONE+ Drill Driver to drill a hole in the centre. Repeat process for the other tree limbs and grommet. 7 Green with envy (optional) Using a small roller, paint the topsides of the tree limbs. We alternated between 3 shades of green, but the possibilities are endless! 8 The real centrepiece For your tree s trunk, cut 30mm clear pine dowel to 950mm (or the length you determined in Step 4) using the jigsaw don t forget to clamp down securely before cutting.

4. Wooden Christmas Tree 9 A leg to stand on Every tree needs a base.

attach each leg to the dowel with 2 screws.

4 4. Wooden Christmas Tree 9 A leg to stand on Every tree needs a base. To make the feet for your tree, use the stencil provided and mark onto 19mm plywood. Clamp down to a secure and stable surface & using your Ryobi ONE+ Jigsaw, follow your pencil line. 10 Standing ovation To get your tree trunk standing freely, you ll need to attach each leg to the dowel with 2 screws. Mark the dowel so no screw holes overlap. LEG #2 SCREW #1 LEG #3 SCREW #3 LEG # 1 SCREW #2 11 Get a leg up Drill 6 through holes using a 5mm drill bit and your Ryobi ONE+ Drill Driver. Transfer the marks to the legs and drill 3.5mm pilot holes into each leg.

5. Wooden Christmas Tree 12 A quick fix Screw the legs on with 8G x 50mm screws.

leftover and attach with a Ryobi ONE+ Glue Gun.

Star (left) to top it off! See the Shining Star" PDF for instructions.

5 5. Wooden Christmas Tree 12 A quick fix Screw the legs on with 8G x 50mm screws. 13 Let it slide Slide the grommet on first and then each of the tree limbs in order from piece 2 to Top it off (optional) To complete your tree, try making a star out of wood you have leftover and attach with a Ryobi ONE+ Glue Gun. Or if you want to give your tree the extra special treatment, try making this Shining Star (left) to top it off! See the Shining Star" PDF for instructions. To attach the star, using a 6mm drill bit and your Ryobi ONE+ Drill Driver, drill a 20mm deep hole into the centre of your 30mm dowel trunk. Insert a 50mm piece of 6mm dowel into the hole and place your star on top.

6 6. Wooden Christmas Tree Tree leg

7 7. Wooden Christmas Tree Limb Cut List Piece Number Length (mm) Grommet

Using the star template provided, trace out half the star shape on the pegboard sheet. Flip template over and trace out other side of star.

Using the star template provided, trace out half the star shape on the pegboard sheet. Flip template over and trace out other side of star. Shining Star PROJECT INFORMATION Created by DIY hacker, woodworker and teacher, Kerryn Carter of Toolschool, brighten up your Christmas with this shining Star, complete with LED lights for extra twinkle.