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pdxval206: Many measurements and lines must be drawn to guide your carving
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pdxval206: Instructions for paddle carving
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pdxval206: Don Beale demonstrates how to use the spokeshave
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pdxval206: Removing the excess material
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pdxval206: Squiggles on the paddle means there is a high spot that needs to be leveled
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pdxval206: It should have a nice, smooth taper to the end
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pdxval206: Blades are looking pretty good
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pdxval206: Don Beale demonstrates carving the loom--you need to get all the ridges or bumps off because this is where you hold the paddle and you want it to be very smooth
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pdxval206: Getting close to being done
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pdxval206: Here we are with our finished paddles--just a few more coats of oil and it will be ready to use