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I needed a simple project to keep me in the garage while the ladies wrapped presents...I'm not allowed to wrap since I don't have the patients to make sure every line on the paper matches. I saw this idea in Wood magazine of bangles, so I made a bunch for all the girls (17 grandchildren, so one for all the girls and one for the guys' girlfriends or wives). Used 3/4 to 1" 4x4 scraps (no such thing as scraps really) scrolled out the circles and used the SS as a sander to smooth and polish the rings. Some were much prettier than these, as I looked for grain and imperfections in the wood to stand out. But I gave them away before I thought to take a picture. Anyway, they each had something handmade by Grandpa, and I think it was a hit.I'm now gluing up the central disks and I will try to turn some wineglasses from the mixed wood.

Great idea! Looks nice ...

I know what "The Bangles" are (a female rock group), but what is a bangle?

Bruce wrote:I know what "The Bangles" are (a female rock group), but what is a bangle?

They are a ladies bracelet. They are a solid circle of what ever material they are made of and must be slid over the hand.

Any chance you could do a little exposé on how you make these? Giving us an education would be a little time consuming but we sure would like it.....

Ed

They are a ladies bracelet. They are a solid circle of what ever material they are made of and must be slid over the hand.

Ok, got it. John Candy sold shower curtain rings as bangles in "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles". Earrings, also.