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I developed this easy-to-build and inexpensive tool caddy to

help keep my tools organized and cutting edges protected. It

folds to fit into a carving bag and can be removed quickly so

you can get right to work.

Making the Caddy

The most difficult part of this project is drilling holes the

proper diameter to fit a PVC pipe. I used a PVC pipe with an

outside diameter of 1

1/6" (2.7cm). Measure the outside diameter

of the pipe before drilling any holes. You want the pipe to slip

into the hole with a little wiggle room for epoxy. If you can

find a bit the size you need, great. I ground the sides of a  ¼

"

(32mm) spade bit equally to get the diameter I needed. Cut

three 0" (25.4cm) pieces of 2x4s, and sand all of the edges

smooth. Cut the PVC pipe to 4" (0.2cm) long and remove any

burrs. Drill 2" (5.cm)-deep holes and sand as needed. Apply a

finish to the wood before assembling.

Assembling the Caddy

Sand the outside of the PVC pipe where it fits into the holes.

This will help the epoxy adhere better. Mix and apply the epoxy

to the holes in the wood, and then insert the pipe. Allow the

epoxy to set, and then drill pilot holes for the hinge screws.

Drive the screws into place, and the caddy is ready to use.

Portable Tool

Caddy

Shop-made

holder protects

edges and fits

in a carving bag

By Steve Russell

MATERIALS:

•

Construction-grade 2x4:

4' (1.2m)

•

PVC pipe, ¾

" (1.9cm)

inside diameter: 6' (1.8m)

•

Wood screws, #8:

2" (5.1cm) long

• Hinge: 2" (5.1cm)

• Epoxy: 2 part

• Sandpaper

TOOLS:

•

Drill with bits: spade bit

(see instructions); small

bit for pilot holes

• Saw

• Screwdriver

materials &

tools

The author used these products for the

project. Substitute your choice of brands,

tools, and materials as desired.

Steve Russell of Independence, Iowa,

retired from John Deere Waterloo Works

in 2010. About a year before his retirement

Steve took up carving. Steve has won

numerous awards at both the local

and national levels. He has held classes

and workshops at his studio and with

the Northeast Iowa Woodcarvers Club.

Contact Steve at sjr1953@hotmail.com.

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