Maypole Crown Construction |
Maypole crown consists of 2 X 6 inch diameter, mdf board, disks
with 8 holes drilled, with bolts through, over which an eyelet in the end
of each ribbon is passed. The ribbons are therefore sandwiched and bolted
between the 2 disks.
The lower disk is screwed to a 5 inch length of
dowel and this slips into the top of the pipe.
This makes a more
stable arrangement than the original embroidery hoop and clamp (shown in
picture). A garland/crown/weather cock! etc. can be bolted on top of
this. |
|
Completed crown |
Seal
ends of ribbons with clear adhesive. |
Make
small cut about 3/4 inch from the end. |
Push
eyelet through. |
Crimp
eyelet. |
Cut 2
disks of 5mm MDF, 6 inch diameter.
Drill 4mm holes as shown.
Counter-sink holes. |
|
Screw
disk to 5inch length of dowel, hold bolts in place with masking
tape |
Turn
over and place ribbon eyelets over the bolts. |
Place
other disk on top and bolt on. |
