#hammer tutorial

For this project you will need: 

Rigid Cardboard tube  Get them from any fabric store, particularly on recycling day.

Builders tube 12"  Hardware stores everywhere

Puzzle Mats  Or EVA foam of some sort

Foam Core

Hot Glue + Glue Gun

Hack Saw

Box Cutter

White Wood Filler + Dry Wall Sand Paper

Gesso Or other primer

Paint Acrylic or spray paint would work best

Step 1: Cut the cardboard tube and builder's tube to the size you want using the hack saw. 

Step 2: Measure out and cut circular holes through the builder's tube with the box cutter. Slide the cardboard tube through and glue into place.

Step 3: Measure and cut out foam core circles for either end of the hammer head. Fit them on with hot glue. Measure and cut out puzzle mat to desired size and shape for the handle and bumpers, glue on with hot glue.

Step 4: Apply the wood filler into the cracks around the hammer bumpers and handle. Allow to dry, then sand with dry wall sandpaper for a smooth clean finish. Cover with gesso primer.

Step 5: Trace your pattern onto the hammer (if applicable) and paint.