Making a Wooden Koozie!
Published May 24, 2023, 5:20 p.m. by Naomi Charles
When it comes to making a wooden koozie, there are a few things you need to know. First, you need to find the right wood. Second, you need to cut the wood to the right size. And third, you need to finish the wood to protect it from the elements.
If you're looking for the perfect wood for your koozie, you can't go wrong with cedar. Cedar is a durable wood that can withstand the elements, and it's also naturally resistant to rot and decay. Plus, cedar has a beautiful grain that will add a touch of elegance to your koozie.
Once you've found the perfect wood, it's time to cut it to size. The first step is to measure the circumference of your can or bottle. Then, add 1/2 inch to that measurement. This will be the width of your koozie.
Next, you'll need to determine the height of your koozie. The best way to do this is to measure the height of your can or bottle, and then add 1 inch. This will give you plenty of room to add your finishing touches.
Once you have the dimensions of your koozie, it's time to cut the wood. You can use a saw, but a power drill with a spade bit will make the job go much faster. Just be sure to wear safety goggles and a dust mask to protect yourself from the sawdust.
After the wood is cut to size, it's time to finish it. You can use a clear sealer to protect the wood from the elements, or you can stain it to match your home décor. Either way, you'll need to apply at least two coats of finish to ensure that your koozie lasts for years to come.
Now that you know how to make a wooden koozie, it's time to get started! Just follow these simple steps, and you'll have a beautiful and functional koozie in no time.
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what I'm gonna make today is something
that'll help me keep my beverages nice
and cool you see warm weather is finally
here but now I'm having a hard time
cooling off because did you know that
the human hand adds approximately five
degrees per second to an unprotected
beverage so with each sip I'm just
inching closer and closer to heat
exhaustion and wood is a natural
insulator it doesn't really conduct heat
unless I guess it's on fire anyway I'm
cutting and shaping this wood because my
attempts at using just regular old logs
as drink holders proved unsuccessful so
instead I'm taking a stab at making a
wooden Koozie I'm using wood from a
cottonwood tree it felt thematically
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also their seeds are Infamous for
clogging AC units and so if they make
air conditioners not cold then by the
transit of property they must also make
drinks not hot and hey it's done let's
real quick add some of my homemade
spruce tip syrup Slide the bottle on in
and would you look at that thanks wood
for keeping my drink safe from my own
hand Heat
