DIY lit Halloween Decoration Tombstone (Cont.)

 Here is another way to cut the strips for the sides. This is an addition to a previous post click here to see that post.

I'm creating a "spot light hider" tombstone.  It will have space inside the back for a spot light to fit in.

I remembered there is another to cut (dart) the side strips.  I cut 3/4 of the way through the strips.  If the curve is gradual just a few slits will work.  As the curve becomes more sharp I increase the number of slits.





If the curve is very sharp I find it is necessary to cut out tiny wedges (darts) instead of just making slits.

I start out with just a few slits and darts and test fit often; if needed, I cut more until the strip follows the outline of the back.

















If I cut too much I glue tiny shims into the gaps that are left behind. Then I sand it smooth.

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