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==Materials needed==
*a piece of 1/4" hardwood plywood, no more than 13" x 10" (Thicker plywood adds weight which is not really a great thing in this case.)
*wood stain (optional)
*your choice of paint (acrylics or house paint recommended)
*clear exterior topcoat (marine grade poly recommended)

==Tools needed==
*jigsaw or coping saw (something you can cut a curve in the plywood with if you want. You could also leave it rectangular if that suits you.)
*drill with a 1/4" bit
*paintbrushes

==Directions==
#Cut the piece of plywood down to a shield shape if you'd like, no bigger than 10" wide and 13" tall.[[Image:ShieldTreeBlank_2024.jpg]]
#Drill 2 holes at the top of the shield, 0.5" from the top, and 1.75" from the edge.[[Image:ShieldTreeBlank_Top.png‎]]
#At this point, the shield can be left its natural color, stained or primed a base color.
#After the stain or paint/primer is completely dry (usually a day or two), your device can be painted onto the front, and your name clearly onto the back.
#Once the device is thoroughly dry, apply the clear top coat to both sides and edges. You may want to apply a second coat for extra weather-fastness.
#Have fun with it!
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Photo by Jason Taylor
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==More Information==
* [[Creating a shield tree]]


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