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Natural Wood Circles
Suggested hole size.
3/16" inch hole 4 to 5mm

Brad Point Drill Good
Forstenr Bit Slower
Wood Owl Best
Small Drill Bits 1/4" hex drive
Driver for Above

Brad Point Drills 1/4" hex drive
Yankee Style Driver
Ratcheting Driver
Forstner Bits 3-12.5mm

.39" in shaft 10mm
Electric Drill Precision 2.2mm max

Round Fir Limbs
Natural Wood Circles
Wood Slices(2.4"-2.8")  ~.6 inches
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Diameter

Handmade ornament for hanging during the holidays or any place
you like year-round. Comes with string for hanging. Approx. 3.5"
(+/- .5" due to being a natural wood product) Approx. 3/8" thick. ~ SL008002F

Natural wood, laser engraved with customization on BOTH SIDES

To drill a hole in a wood disk for a Christmas ornament, follow these steps:

  1. Mark the center of the disk with a pencil.
  2. Insert a Forstner bit into a drill press or power drill.
  3. Set the depth of the bit to the desired size of the hole.
  4. Slowly and carefully drill into the wood disk, applying light pressure.
  5. Once the hole is drilled, sand it smooth with fine-grit sandpaper.

You can then decorate your Christmas ornament with paint, glitter, or other embellishments.

Here are some additional tips for drilling holes in wood disks for Christmas ornaments:

  • Use a sharp drill bit. A dull bit will make it more difficult to drill a clean hole and may cause the wood to split.
  • Start with a small pilot hole. This will help to prevent the wood from splitting when you drill the larger hole.
  • Drill slowly and carefully. Applying too much pressure can cause the wood to split.
  • Wipe away any sawdust or debris from the hole as you drill. This will help to prevent the drill bit from clogging.
  • Sand the hole smooth once it is drilled. This will help to prevent splinters.

With a little practice, you can easily drill clean, round holes in wood disks for Christmas ornaments.



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Drilling Guide

The hole size for natural wood disk Christmas ornaments will vary depending on the size of the ornament and the type of string or ribbon you plan to use to hang it. A good rule of thumb is to make the hole about 1/4 inch larger than the diameter of the string or ribbon. This will ensure that the ornament hangs securely without the string or ribbon slipping through the hole.

Here are some additional tips for drilling holes in natural wood disk Christmas ornaments:

  • Use a sharp drill bit that is the same size as the hole you want to drill.
  • Start by drilling a small pilot hole in the wood disk. This will help to prevent the wood from splitting when you drill the larger hole.
  • Drill slowly and carefully, applying light pressure.
  • Wipe away any sawdust or debris from the hole as you drill.
  • Once the hole is drilled, sand it smooth with fine-grit sandpaper.
  • You can then decorate your natural wood disk Christmas ornament with paint, glitter, or other embellishments.

Here are some additional things to consider when choosing natural wood disk Christmas ornaments:

  • The size of the ornament. Natural wood disk Christmas ornaments come in a variety of sizes. Choose a size that is proportional to the other decorations on your Christmas tree.
  • The thickness of the wood. Natural wood disk Christmas ornaments can be made from a variety of thicknesses of wood. Choose a thickness that is sturdy enough to hold up to the weight of the ornament and the string or ribbon you plan to use to hang it.
  • The type of wood. Natural wood disk Christmas ornaments can be made from a variety of types of wood. Choose a type of wood that you like the look and feel of.
  • The finish of the wood. Natural wood disk Christmas ornaments can be finished in a variety of ways. Choose a finish that you like the look of and that will protect the wood from the elements.

With a little planning and effort, you can create beautiful and unique natural wood disk Christmas ornaments that will add a touch of rustic charm to your holiday décor.

Laser Etched for hand painting.




1/4" Forstener Bit

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