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Bottle opener coasters (lemmy.world)

submitted 2 years ago by Spacebar to c/[email protected]

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I have an artist fair this weekend where I sell mostly turned items, but these tree branch coaster bottle openers sell really well.

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[–] gibmiser 5 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I like the idea, but as someone who has messed around with branch coasters and crafts, I feel like 1 in 3 of these is just going to break

[–] flossdaily 3 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I'd also worry about them scratching my table.

[–] Spacebar 2 points 2 years ago

The metal is recessed. So the opener part and the screws never touch anything.

[–] WeirdGoesPro 1 points 2 years ago

Pretty sure they’re for outdoor use.

[–] Spacebar 3 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I haven't had any break, ever, and I've made and sold hundreds.

Perhaps it's the wood type? I only use oak and hard maple.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Also looks like you're stabilizing them? Or what's in the cracks?

[–] Spacebar 3 points 2 years ago

Epoxy tinted with ink for the cracks and then they're sealed with shelac.

[–] gibmiser 1 points 2 years ago

Maybe. I am by no means a professional and just use whatever is handy.