  {uncaptioned} This is one item that is becoming quite popular through the West and there seems to be no limit in what can be done along these lines. You will probably get a lot of ideas when traveling, but here are a couple that are slightly “different.” The top tray can be made of Mexican modeling clay or some other clay that does not require firing. In that case the top and inside are not decorated, and the outside decoration is put on with poster color and covered with several coats of plastic or clear lacquer to give it a kiln-dried ceramic appearance. A cigarette box can also be made in the shape of a Kachina mask as a companion piece to the tray. While the lower tray has the conventional general shape, it could also be made with vertical sides. A few years ago it was rather difficult to obtain a good turquoise blue, but it is now on the market. TOBACCO CANISTERA one-pound coffee can is just right. For better painting, scrape off all printed matter and wipe from can before starting other work. Can be painted with enamels, colored lacquer, or dope, but do not try to use both on one job. They do not mix. Fasten together with glue and one screw. The grooves in the cover and the base can be cut on a lathe, using a face plate. Fasten the cover to plywood with tacks. Put some thick shellac in the groove. “Nose” and “ears” should fit snug to can. Punch holes in tin and put a coat of thick shellac on the wood when nailing ears to can. Fasten base by pulling shellac in groove and fasten with small brads. Use a nail set and drive brads into base. |
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