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Panel Joinery 10

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This joint is formed by placing one part through the other and rotating it into place. 230/257

Windows on Labels

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My black labels arrived today so I was able to cut some new window frames. A quick power adjustment and I cut clean through the black leaving the backing untouched. I held the curvy labels flat using magnets on the honeycomb bed (see pics after the cut) ( svg here ) 229/257  

Panel Joinery 9

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Replacing the hook with a bulge creates a reversible snap lock. The pieces should clip together and seperate again with a little bit of effort. 228/256  

Panel Joinery 8

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If you want to prevent this type of joint coming apart again you can shield the snaps with material. 227/256

Panel Joinery 7

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This is a slotted edge joint with a built in snap lock. The snap lock can be released by placing a small screwdriver into the end and twisting the snaps apart again. 226/256

Panel Joinery 6

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It is possible to put a bias on these joints, that way when the joint gets assembled with the wrong orientation it becomes obvious. 225/255

Panel Joinery 5

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Where these joints are symmetrical there are 2 different ways that the joint could be assembled. When putting this joint into a kit there is a chance that it could be put together incorrectly. 224/255