After the glow wore off, I took a harder look at my work. Not very good. Brush strokes and a bit rough. Soooo... I have been sanding with 220 grit and smoothing things out and applying some more shellac. Turning out much smoother (and prettier).
In one of the earlier posts I described the "tools of the trade." One was a pair of kitchen shears that I used to cut sandpaper. I made the smartass comment that they would surely get sharper. As it turns out, they did. The blades are very sharp. Amazing.
Friday, October 18, 2013
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Phase 1 Complete
I have completed the finish. I must have five or six coats of shellac on it, and I think it looks great. Lots of character. I am leaving it over the fireplace for now while I try to decide what to do next.
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