1. To mark the correct angle for the base, measure 14-1/8 inches from one end. Using the straightedge and pencil, draw a horizontal line across the face of the board. Flip the wood over and draw another horizontal line 13-3/4 inches from the end. Then turn the project on its side and connect the two horizontal lines.
2. Use a power miter saw (chop saw) to cut the marked angle as shown. This angle must be exact in order for the wine bottle to balance.
3. Opposite the angled edge, draw a small horizontal line in the center of the wood 3-1/8 inches from the top. Then mark a small vertical line 1-3/4 inches from either side to create a crosshair.
4. Use the drill and 1-1/2-inch bit to carve a hole, aligning the bit with the crosshair. To avoid damage to your work piece, you may want to clamp a piece of scrap wood under the project for this step.
5. Use the medium-grain sandpaper to smooth around the hole and other rough edges. Then go over the piece with the fine-grain sandpaper. After sanding, paint, stain, or oil the stand as you please.
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@hardeggers because you are supposed to store bottles on the side, not upright
12/20/2011 03:00:32 PM Report AbuseI don't get it. Why is this better than setting the bottle on the counter? You just set the bottle down on its bottom and it sits there waiting to be opened.
11/9/2011 07:37:22 PM Report AbuseLOL! OK? But where's the rest of the project? I would love to make this. I'm thinking that maybe somebody's computer went down and they haven't gotten back to this. teri :o)
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