I have an artist fair this weekend where I sell mostly turned items, but these tree branch coaster bottle openers sell really well.
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I like the idea, but as someone who has messed around with branch coasters and crafts, I feel like 1 in 3 of these is just going to break
I'd also worry about them scratching my table.
The metal is recessed. So the opener part and the screws never touch anything.
The metal openers and screws are recesed so they don't protrude.
Pretty sure they’re for outdoor use.
I haven't had any break, ever, and I've made and sold hundreds.
Perhaps it's the wood type? I only use oak and hard maple.
Also looks like you're stabilizing them? Or what's in the cracks?
Epoxy tinted with ink for the cracks and then they're sealed with shelac.
Maybe. I am by no means a professional and just use whatever is handy.