How to make a wooden hair pin / hair fork

[@StevesSlideandJazz]

I find it peaceful watching you work that wood Mike. Stay safe and wash you hands! 😄

[@MustCreateThings]

Thank you sir! Be well and stay safe 🤙

[@genecundith1767]

Thanks a lot for showing this I learned lots!

[@MustCreateThings]

Best comment ever!

[@jarjarlove22]

Beautiful I wanna make one for myself

[@MustCreateThings]

Thank you! Good luck!!!

[@Mello619]

This video was very helpful and answered a lot of my questions I would of had. The one question I do have is what type of drill bit did you use to cut out the center?

[@MustCreateThings]

Hello. Thank you for reaching out. I used an end mill in a milling machine. You could drill two holes and use a coping saw or one hole and cut out the fork on the band saw as well. If you use a band saw I would recommend gluing a little block of wood in at the fork end to make shaping easier until the very end. I hope this helps and good luck!

[@angelasteinkamp6326]

I have just ordered one of your reversible hair forks and am so glad you posted this video showing how you make them. They are so lovely. Thanks for the obvious care you are taking in their creation. Any idea how long it takes to make just one? (you mentioned making them in batches)

[@MustCreateThings]

Thank you so much for your support and kind words! If I were to make just one from scratch it would take a few hours over the course of a couple days. I prefer making large batches the blanks that way I can carve in smaller batches (6-12) to keep stock available in the shop. Carving, sanding, and oiling take about 30-45 minutes per pin. I hope this helps. Hit me up with any other questions you have. I enjoy sharing my process.

[@angelasteinkamp6326]

@@MustCreateThings I figured as much on the timing. I wood turn pens and making one at a time feels like it takes longer vs batching them.

[@YUNAGAHA]

I m obsessed 😭

[@MustCreateThings]

Thank you!!!

[@FilthCorvus]

dude what is the mineral oil used for?

[@MustCreateThings]

It is used as the primary penetrating finish. It keeps the wood from drying out over time. I end up waxing them before using to provide additional protection that will need to be reapplied over time.

[@kristibbradshaw]

Very, very niiiice!!!!

[@MustCreateThings]

Thank you!!!

[@matthiasjean9131]

Do you have a shop? And where?

[@MustCreateThings]

Sure do! Search for MustCreateThings on Etsy. Also there’s a link in the description of this video. Thanks for asking and for watching!

[@SwatiSrivastava-q4s]

Sir please tell from where I purchase ?? It's Incredibly awesome ❤❤

[@MustCreateThings]

I have an Etsy shop. Thank you so much! mustcreatethings.etsy.com

[@MustCreateThings]

mustcreatethings.etsy.com Thank again!!!

[@lindaarencibia1488]

Do you sell these? If so, please send a link.

[@MustCreateThings]

I do! Here is a link to my shop (MustCreateThings)on Etsy. Thanks! www.etsy.com/listing/823968234/

[@keyshahoodprincess9]

Beautiful

[@MustCreateThings]

Thank you!

[@PassiveProPH]

maybe you can also show how to build some of you tools like your thickness sander

[@MustCreateThings]

That’s a great idea! I have documentation of the vacuum rig and could do a thickness sander build in the future. Thanks you for checking the build vid out!

[@MikeTheMaker1]

What was the finish you used? Looks really nice.

[@MustCreateThings]

Thank you! I vacuum infuse mineral oil and then wipe a few coats of George’s Club House Wax on them. Be well!

[@MikeTheMaker1]

MustCreateThings how much of a difference do you notice with the vacuum? I’ve never tried that

[@MustCreateThings]

It hold the oils much longer. When is didn’t use the vacuum the oil would need replenished in a day or so. I’ve had a comb in my pocket for a little over a year now that still feels good. I have touched it up a couple times with wax and it does see beard oil but it does last much longer. Hope this helps.

[@SL-og7oz]

Do you make custom sizes? Would I be able to order a 5.5” one?

[@MustCreateThings]

I don’t at this time. But if you are interested I have these on my Etsy site. If you hit me up over there we may be able to figure something out. Hope all is well. Thank you for the note.

[@konradc.9007]

why cut it in thin pieces, just to stick it back together with lime?

[@MustCreateThings]

Thanks for asking! The laminations add strength as well asl allow me to impart a slight curve into the forks. If there are any imperfections in a lamination the other two strips will provide additional strength. Hope all is well. Thanks again.

[@ChimRichalds750]

So did you evacuate that tube when it was soaking in mineral oil? What’s the benefit of doing that? Also why glue thin slices together instead of carving from one solid piece? Is that necessary in order to get it to keep its curve? Nice work, I enjoyed watching 🤙🏼

[@MustCreateThings]

Hello Kenny! Yes it’s a vacuum tube. While the wood is in the oil under vacuum most of the air is pulled out. When the vacuum is turned off they are allowed to soak pulling the oil back into the wood where the air once was. I do this for a deep penetration of oil. I glue thin slices for added strength. It’s not necessary. If you don’t I recommend orienting the grain in the direction of the teeth of the comb. This way they won’t break along a grain line when used. I hope this helps. Hit me up if it doesn’t. Thanks for stopping by 🤙🤙🤙

[@flaconoil8015]

Nicely done, but is 30$ really the price for one of them ?

[@MustCreateThings]

Yep. A good amount of time goes into making one. Support your local makers!!!

[@learncraftMM]

Waoooow

[@slaveNo-4028]

can somebody please explain, why does he not just use the piece of wood as it is? Why cut it into strips and glue it together?

[@MustCreateThings]

You can use one piece of wood. It wouldn’t be a problem. I suggest you make sure the grain is running in the direction of the teeth. Otherwise they will be weak and break. Good luck!

[@royr.1398]

the reason is because you can bend the wood without cracking it, 30 seconds in you can see he created an arch out of the wood. A single tick piece of wood wont bend as easy or might crack. The arch holds the hair in place better.