hey I appreciate your help folks!
nospec: no this is a new project, it’s actually a personal one. since i have the woodshop available at school, i feel it is my obligation to make the best use of it as much as possible during my time here. while i’m just a n00b in the wood shop, i feel a great sense of relaxation working in there… it’s like a second home or something… seriously… sounds weird but its true. i love computers and sketching, but i definitely feel more satisfaction when I see my designs actually come to fruition rather than remain a pretty rendering.
carton: thanks dude i just might need some advice as per your suggestion. we have a class that i’m taking next fall called Ornaments… it’s all about the decorative elements of wood furniture. when i’m nearing completion of the raw form, i’ll prolly be needing those tips.
cryzko: i’ve been using yellow wood glue and it seems to be holding up fine. does that differ from contact cement and if so, could you elaborate? i have no experience with contact cement. to be quite honest, i’m afraid of having my hands turn into “paws” from too much adhesion that won’t come off in water. 