Wood Scraps - Uses?

YosemiteSam · November 01, 2016, 01:51:00 PM

"Resources not used are wasted. Waste is resources not used."

I can't recall where I read that quote but it definitely reflects some of my personal values. I've been building some red oak board bows (failing as yet to make a "growup" bow) and have collected some scraps, oddball lengths, bows snapped in two in anger after making some saw errors, broken bows, etc. Any ideas on what other things I could make with these pieces? I'd hate to just burn it all up.

There's even a 1.25" strip that is otherwise sound -- is this wide enough for another kids bow at some point?

Roy from Pa · November 01, 2016, 03:21:00 PM

Turkey calls. Coasters for the wife. Traditional necklace's. Xmas tree ornaments. Knife handles.

wood carver 2 · November 01, 2016, 05:19:00 PM

I have boxes of wood bits. Use them for tip wedges, overlays, nocks, drawer pulls..... etc.
Hundreds of uses.
Dave.

YosemiteSam · November 01, 2016, 06:16:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:
Turkey calls. Coasters for the wife. Traditional necklace's. Xmas tree ornaments. Knife handles.

Turkey calls! That's a great idea! My boys would love that.

Any particular plans you follow for a box call?

Krasus · November 01, 2016, 10:32:00 PM

Burning it isn't a waste. After all with out fire we would still be anaimals ourselves...

scrub-buster · November 01, 2016, 11:24:00 PM

I cook my burgers and steaks over osage bow scraps. I also use them for knife scales and to heat my workshop. I've got 2 barrels full of tiny split fire wood for my propane tank wood stove.

November 02, 2016, 08:17:00 AM

Hey Roy... I was thinking of building a few ornaments for my family this season... Do you have a couple of pics that you would like to share??

Eric Krewson · November 02, 2016, 09:11:00 AM

File handles, you can never have too many.

Mark R · November 02, 2016, 12:25:00 PM

Glue a bunch together.

Roy from Pa · November 02, 2016, 01:41:00 PM

monterey · November 02, 2016, 02:03:00 PM

Scrub Buster, Would like to see a picture of that propane tank wood stove.

takefive · November 02, 2016, 02:33:00 PM

I like that file handle idea, Eric. Before I started making bows, I made Musky and Northern Pike lures from basswood. This winter I'm going to make some from my osage and hickory scraps.

Bowjunkie · November 02, 2016, 02:53:00 PM

Good idea, Eric. I like that a lot. What's the copper ring made from? I have a lathe just sitting there collecting dust. ....lots of dust ;^)

breazyears · November 02, 2016, 03:57:00 PM

I have been a woodworker for about 25 years now. I beleive you are suffering from a condition called "board hoarding" it can get serious if not treated. I to had this condition for quite some time.

Roy from Pa · November 02, 2016, 04:47:00 PM

Shredd, Ya all could make little tiny 6 inch self bows, little arrows like 4 inches long, broad heads, etc.

wood carver 2 · November 02, 2016, 04:50:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by monterey:
Scrub Buster, Would like to see a picture of that propane tank wood stove.

X2 please!
Dave.

7 Lakes · November 12, 2016, 05:42:00 PM

Turkey calls. The hard wood makes very loud, high pitched calls. Excellent for windy days.

7 Lakes · November 12, 2016, 05:55:00 PM

Knife Handles and the Maple, Cherry, Hickory and Alder are excellent smoking woods.

KenH · November 13, 2016, 08:59:00 AM

If you can't think of anything to do with that scrap, sent it to me!

Eric Krewson · November 13, 2016, 11:04:00 AM

The copper ring is half of a 1/2" copper pipe coupler. You can buy brass ones for $1.50 each or use the cheap pipe coupler and make two for 35 cents.