Introduction: How to Make a Bowl Out of Magazines in Thirty Seconds
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28 Comments
11 years ago on Introduction
tough decisions. 30 sec magazine bowl... or scrape out a coconut..
Reply 10 years ago on Introduction
Hah you eva tried to scrape outta coconut in 30 secs...? hahah!
11 years ago on Introduction
Please bring the vid back!!
11 years ago on Introduction
Why remove video oh whats the point ?
11 years ago on Introduction
cool idea. the instruction on the video went a little fast and a little unclear. good idea
11 years ago on Introduction
Can I find more instructions? Or is the video it?
11 years ago on Introduction
Good use of the 30 seconds. How easy / expensive is it to get shellac these days? L
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
I think you can get Modge Podge for about six dollars at any craft store... That's shellac, right? ...
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
No, I don't believe Modge Podge is shellac. L
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
Mod Podge is not shellac...but it could really work for this project...it's water-based, and they have an "outdoor" variety that's supposed to be water resistant. Apply in several thin coats...
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
It was shellac specifically that I was interested in, as it's not that easy to find and rather old-fashioned.
L
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
just go to your neighborhood micheals (art supply store) and your looking at around 5-15 dollars
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
I'm not living in your geographical location but how much do you get for 5-15$? L
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
enough for allot of project it will probably last for about like 20 of the magazine bowls
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
For pure curiosity do you have any idea of how many insect-excretions it takes per bowl? L
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
no i dont sorry
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
Shellac(alcohol with the shellac flakes), not so common as it used to be, however... Varnish(linseed oil with the shellac flakes) is a suitable substitute. Is cheap, and available almost anywhere. Polyurethane and lacquer are, in every way I can think of, a better finish. Most home stores, any woodworking store, many hardware stores, will all cary them. Couple dollars for a gallon.
Reply 11 years ago on Introduction
Thanks, it was shellac specifically that I was interested in (w/ref to the alternatives you mentioned) L
11 years ago on Introduction
Wow! very creative and the music was a nice touch :D
11 years ago on Introduction
nice project! could you tell me what the music is? I really like that song