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TO COMPLETE
WHAT WILL YOU MAKE?
PRINT THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WHAT WILL YOU NEED?
- Long Bendy Strip of Wood (roughly 3'x1"x1/4")
- 20-pound Fishing Line
- 2 Twisty Ties
- Small Block of Wood (roughly 2"x1"x1")
- Coping Saw
- Scissor
- Glue Stick or Rosin if you have it
STEP 1
Cut some notches
Cut two notches in each end of the wooden strip with the coping saw. Make the marks roughly 1/2 inch deep, and space them out evenly
STEP 2
Add the strings
Tie a loop in one end of the fishing line and hook it onto the notches in one end of the wood strip. » Run the fishing line to the other end of the strip, then slide it into one notch and back through the other notch. » Repeat theis process 4-5 times.
STEP 3
Bend the bow
Bend the strip of wood slighly, and tighten the strings by tugging the excess slack through the notches. This may require a second person. » Tie off the fishing line by wrapping it around the notches several times, then cut the line from the spool. » Near each end of the bow, twist a twisty tie around the strings to bunch the strings together.
Please Note
Your safety is your own responsibility, including proper use of equipment and safety gear, and determining whether you have adequate skill and experience. Power tools, electricity, and other resources used for these projects are dangerous, unless used properly and with adequate precautions, including safety gear and adult supervision. Some illustrative photos do not depict safety precautions or equipment, in order to show the project steps more clearly. Use of the instructions and suggestions found in Maker Camp is at your own risk. Make Community, LLC, disclaims all responsibility for any resulting damage, injury, or expense.
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