Texas Stars: Easy 45 Degree Angles, No Jigs! Easy Woodworking Project

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Жыл бұрын

Does your miter saw only go to 45 Degrees? No Problem! Easy way to make Texas stars. No Jigs required.
I made another video with even more detail on how to make these stars, here is the link: • Texas Stars: Angles, J...
You can make this star with a miter saw that only goes to 45 degrees. This is a very easy way of cutting the angles and does not require making any complicated jigs.
I really enjoyed the challenge of figuring out the angles for this project. I made a previous video on how to make a traditional Texas star
using a similar method but it required 54 degree angles. • Texas Stars, How To Cu...
ALSO check out this playlist of all the Texas Star videos I have made: • Texas Stars by Savvy B...
After making that video I realized that some people have miter saws that only go to 45 degrees. I was determined to find a way to make stars with saws that only go to 45 degrees.
It worked out great and it is the easiest way to make these wooden stars!
Disclaimer: Use your own judgement and use power tools at your own risk.

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@savvybuilds 8 ай бұрын

Updated video with even more detail on how to make these stars, here is the link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/msB2h6qk3rC4po0.html Useful information about the angles from 5 minutes to 12 minutes. Thanks for watching!

@robertsmith3518 Ай бұрын

Both videos are stellar! You’re the man! Thanks Cheers

@savvybuilds Ай бұрын

Thanks! 🍻

@cottagecharacters Жыл бұрын

Best video I’ve seen on KZfaq for explaining in detail the process of making a woodworking project Easy for people to follow explaining all the angles and potential problems 100% respect to you if you don’t already teach woodworking maybe you should give it some thought 👌

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I wasn't sure if it was going to be too much detail but it seems like a lot of people are appreciative.😊

@dreamrocker9287 Жыл бұрын

Hey Man !!! I can't Thank You Enough For Sharing The 31.7 Angle . It Makes My Stars Look Real Good And I'm Using " Old Oak " 1 x 6 Sub Flooring From A House Built In The Early 1950's That Was Being Demolished You're The Best Happy Holidays , Jeff/JD/ DOC Over Here In North Carolina

@MrMeasureTwice Жыл бұрын

I LOVE the metal snips to cut the string - seriously, I am not giving you grief, I do LOVE it!! And, nice little project too. Well done, good explanation.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks! I was wondering when someone would say something about that 😆

@Wolfe_Metals_Stacking Жыл бұрын

This randomly popped up in my suggested videos. Love the project and I am looking forward to the stain video. I have quite a few Christmas projects that it would look great on. Subscribed.

@swishair Жыл бұрын

Awesome build, a great staining technic.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@ladykenja2700 Жыл бұрын

- Thanx a multimillion for your concise, clear explanations & demos. Luv, luv, luv these stars.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

No prob! Thanks

@davidjefferds8532 9 ай бұрын

There's a lot of great tips in this video. Thank you for taking the time to make it.

@savvybuilds 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Cheers!

@AllenOxendine Жыл бұрын

Cool project, thanks for sharing. Full View and Like 👍⭐️

@user-bi1ur2uy7n Жыл бұрын

I just want to say Thanks for the video on the texas star using the 45 degree angles. I made two stars and they came out perfect. Maybe in the future i will invest in and newer miter saw with 60 degree angle cut and duel bevels. Would like see more like this with 45 degree angles. Enjoy watching your videos and thanks again.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

That's awesome! I love hearing this. :) I plan on making more stars videos.

@suegomez241 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video !

@bobbonner1314 Жыл бұрын

Watched a few videos on this subject, yours is by far the best.

@savvybuilds 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@larrystone5749 Жыл бұрын

Great job thx for sharing enjoyed it

@Janetgreen64 9 ай бұрын

This is great! Thank you for sharing

@chrisfr2286 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I made some star using a jig to get the correct angle last year but this method is so much quick, and safer….

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

I agree! The goal was to keep it simple and safe. I hate having to make jigs.

@cohenhix9612 9 ай бұрын

I have learned so much from your videos ! Thank you! I wanted to share this tip with everyone that makes stars . The glue ups can be a little tricky. I discovered that if you glue up the star on a tool box liner and use Titebond Speedset glue it is so much easier! The tool box liner forms a suction and it keeps the pieces from sliding around. The glue sets up very quickly and between the both of them the wait time is drastically reduced. Good luck everyone and happy building.

@savvybuilds 9 ай бұрын

Great tip! I didn't know about the speedset glue.

@cindymiller3892 Жыл бұрын

Very nice. I love it

@birdmananyweather1681 Жыл бұрын

you're amazing! seriously! cheers!!!

@richardblackmore527 Жыл бұрын

Worked a treat! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. The only thing I did differently was use an angle of 31.6 degrees which was preset on my mitre saw. All 5 pieces fitted together perfectly - I was so pleased 😀.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

That's great! I was tempted to try that too! I still don't know why miter saws have a preset at 31.6 but if it works, great!

@markb8954 Жыл бұрын

@@savvybuilds I asked Mr Google - 31.6 degrees, is the standard miter angle for certain compound rafter cuts in many common stick home roof construction situations. Because it is so common, most compound miter saws feature several quick settings like this, to save time and ensure repeatability over dozens or hundreds of cuts.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

@hankhill4431 Hi! I talk about different sizes in this video at around the 2 minute mark. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/msB2h6qk3rC4po0.html

@ryanm2214 Жыл бұрын

Neat project! My mind would struggle to ignore the loose joints so I am wondering if there is a way to clamp up. Thanks for the vid!

@thehawkc Жыл бұрын

Nice job! Thanks

@juliovillavicencio296 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your information. It will be my next project. Julio

@TheSuncatcher1 Жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thank you so much!!!!

@swampybman7741 Жыл бұрын

I also use a home made vinegar stain. But, mine isn't involving enough to make a video. I like to clean off rusty steel parts. The more rusted the better. These are old tools and parts that have oxidized outside or outdoor shed. I use discarded plastic jars from the kitchen. After soaking in apple cider vinegar. I soak a day or more. Take out metal and clean with rag and or brush. The liquid solution is what I use to to stain my woods. And, yes, protect your skin. Going to make my stars today! Thanks good info given here.

@reptilefrenzyllc3721 19 күн бұрын

That wood looks so good that its one of those boards you put on the wall as trophy find 😂

@V70170 7 ай бұрын

Hello, I've learned a lot from your video. Thanks and greetings from the Netherlands.

@savvybuilds 7 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that! Thanks!

@dianerose121 Жыл бұрын

thank you! All the details and descriptions really help me conceptualize the process...even as a green beginner 😊

@lestarisanmiardjo7891 Жыл бұрын

Very nice 👌 👍 👏 😀

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!😄😄😄

@xxr0se_c1llxx18 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, I just finished making my first star after watching this video.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

That's Great!

@xxr0se_c1llxx18 Жыл бұрын

@@savvybuilds thanks again

@MrTrecutter1 9 ай бұрын

I have found on my saw atleast that it doesn't give a clean cut. It leaves tare out/wood fibers on each cut so the center points leave same gaps, just a little sanding on the points helps tremendously. Thanks for the video

@savvybuilds 9 ай бұрын

The type of blade can help too. 60 tooth blade makes a pretty clean cut but it seems to depend on the type of wood and grain orientation as well. I have not tried an 80 tooth blade yet.

@MrJaxparadize 8 ай бұрын

Try putting masking tape on the side that rips bad. Works for me.

@billspencer8156 6 ай бұрын

just watched your video. went out to the shop and cut two of the stars out. glue is drying. thank you.

@savvybuilds 6 ай бұрын

No prob! Glad to hear! I should create a group of some kind where people can post pics of their stars.

@imsowright90 7 ай бұрын

Good details.

@dusankekic9654 7 ай бұрын

Wow man these videos are gold

@savvybuilds 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@klashnacovak47 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Belg1970 Жыл бұрын

Been looking for a video to make the Bethlehem star version would love to see you produce that version.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

I think I might be up for the challenge. I'm writing it down on my list of videos to make :).

@HouseScraper 4 күн бұрын

I finally made the star yay

@savvybuilds 2 күн бұрын

Right on! Glad to hear. Thanks for watching!

@edwardgardiner2887 8 ай бұрын

much easier than the 54degree version Addition of a 1x2 sacrificial fence for the 31.5 cuts stops the little movement of the peice on the flip cut and eliminates the gaps. Great project. Same technique and angles also works for 2.5 inch stock and produces a 8 inch star.

@savvybuilds 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! I agree, I have since been using a sacrificial fence and it's much better.

@lindayorke8108 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the videos, so easy to understand. Could I use 1x3”

@savvybuilds 9 ай бұрын

Yes smaller will work just the same. The angles stay the same and the pieces don't need to be cut as long.

@user-bi1ur2uy7n Жыл бұрын

Good Afternoon. I made the texas star from your video and came out perfect. I was just wonder, can I add more cut out to the star to make it larger? I was thinking 3 to 4 times the original size and hang it on the wall. Thanks. Enjoy watching your videos.

@savvybuilds 10 ай бұрын

Hi! I just made one that is quite a bit bigger. You can use the same process but with a 2x6. Here is the link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gJt8htKHrLerln0.htmlsi=fwIMYLOibTGvDjZG

@dryerthackston7088 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Have you considered using a template and router with a template cutting bit?

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

That would be an interesting thing to try.

@squarelevelplumb 8 ай бұрын

My only suggestion on the 45 degree star , is that the twine be attached lower on the back so that the loop can be bigger, still unseen to make it easier for hanging. Good job.

@savvybuilds 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@robertwood657 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

No prob! enjoy :)

@randombroncosfan8095 Жыл бұрын

Take one of the cutoffs and flip over to use as your stop block. More accurate than the straight board. ;-)

@YoupiePlaat 7 ай бұрын

Nice idea, what type of Bosch is that, and do you also have the dimensions of the star in cm. Thx

@chuckbell2949 Жыл бұрын

Use a cutting platform for your saw, this will help prevent errors & set the depth stop .

@patricksalter5412 8 ай бұрын

As a lifelong fan of the 49ers (born and raised in San Francisco) I have always disliked anything related to Texas (I blame the Cowboys)😊. But I have say that I enjoyed your video. Was thinking of making a star and stapling a string of lights along the outside edge to make a lit up star for Christmas! And, yes. I will subscribe!

@savvybuilds 8 ай бұрын

Right on! Thank you

@dreamrocker9287 Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@freedomfam6 9 ай бұрын

Just a question…have you squared your saw? Sometimes from the Factory is off a bit.

@jodijuneallen512 9 ай бұрын

Hello Mr. Savvy! Your instructions have helped me tremendously! My saw only goes to 45°. To use larger wood, would you mind sharing with me the measurements? Thank you for sharing your talents!!!

@savvybuilds 9 ай бұрын

Hello! I have yet to make a larger one with the 45 degree method but the good news is, all the angles stay the same. You just need to cut them longer. What size stock are you thinking about trying?

@jodijuneallen512 9 ай бұрын

@savvybuilds oh my goodness!! Thank you for your reply. I thought the degree cuts might stay the same, but wasn't sure, so I thought I'd ask. I was wanting to try a 1x8 stock. Thank you again for your time! ♡

@TaySC1969 7 ай бұрын

@@savvybuilds I was hoping to use a 2x6 like in your other video. The angles would be the same, but not sure how much longer I should make it. 🤔

@savvybuilds 7 ай бұрын

@@TaySC1969 Hello, here's a link that might help you: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/msB2h6qk3rC4po0.html Watch from 1-44 to 4-33. I explain how to figure out how long to cut the pieces with different sized lumber.

@brw3079 8 ай бұрын

Very listenable voice!

@user-bi1ur2uy7n Жыл бұрын

The 1x4 that you used, is it true 1x4 . When I buy 1x4 it really is 3.5 inches. I was just wondering if you are using dress or undress lumber. Thanks for time. Enjoyed watching your video.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes it's 3.5 inches wide. I made another video with 4 inch wide boards. Here is the link if you are interested:kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gMeqfcx11ZercaM.html

@damianluby8973 Жыл бұрын

You did a great job explaining the complete process. I noticed you did your initial measurements in Imperial (inches) and when discussing small gap measurements you used metric (used by most of the world).

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Ah yes! I'm from Canada lol. We seem to use every unit of measurement here for some odd reason.

@brianmcgrevey9832 Жыл бұрын

I like your interest and explanations! Great.

@JGanes Жыл бұрын

One thing about the movement messing with the angles, your fence is too short. If you attach a sacrificial fence, it will hold the piece securely and limit movement.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

On hindsight, I think that would help.

@brianboreham1369 Жыл бұрын

Hi, great video, but do you have to change the angles depending on width of board .Mines not working out on 3” board

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Hi! The angles would remain the same. The only thing that would change is the measurement for the 2nd cut. It would be less than 4- 7/8 inches. Measure the length of the facet of the 45 degree cut and that would give you the measurement for the location of the 31.5 degree cut. Hopefully this helps.

@brianboreham1369 Жыл бұрын

@@savvybuilds yea did do that but still didn’t work out..perhaps it’s my mitre saw .

@19570219 7 ай бұрын

I LIKE THE 54 DEGREE ONES...GOOD ON YOU...

@JAW88 Жыл бұрын

The same people that have a saw that only goes to 45° can look on KZfaq for ways to make angles more than 45° on the same miter saw it’s really simple and has saved me a lot

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

But then you would have to build a jig. The goal here was to keep it simple with no jig.

@jojolepicard6607 Жыл бұрын

Bonjour à vous, pouvez vous m'indiquer la largeur de la planche avant les coupes. Merci à vous et bien le bonjour de France !!!

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

Bonjour! The board is 3.5 inches wide.

@scottgloster3601 Жыл бұрын

Could you please share the math you use to come up with the angles? If it's a 1x3 you would use x but if it's a 1x4 you would use Y etc .etc.

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

The great thing about this method is that no matter how wide the board is, you set the saw at the same angles as in the video. The only thing that would change is the length of the pieces when you are cutting the 45 degree angles. In the video I use a 1x4. If you use a 1x3 you would cut them shorter, and a 1x6 longer. I don't have those measurements but you could figure it out through trial and error.

@jimclark6256 8 ай бұрын

On another of your video, you recommended the 31.6 setting.

@savvybuilds 8 ай бұрын

Yeah they both work fine. Most saws have a pre set for 31.6 so it made sense to use that setting since it's so close to 31.5. I only use the 31.6 now and haven't have any issues (since filming this video). Thanks for watching my vids!

@jimclark6256 8 ай бұрын

Thanks love your web site, I will attempt to make a couple of stars and see what happens. Keep up with the great ideas.@@savvybuilds

@christianslater8980 Жыл бұрын

To not waste all your scraps, get yourself a 5/8 sheet of plywood. Then use your scrap pieces to make abstract wall art. Paint or stain them all different colors. All my scrap pieces in my shop get used to make wall art on plywood.

@KevinSanchez90156 2 ай бұрын

Can I use a 2x4?

@savvybuilds Ай бұрын

Yes, works exactly the same.

@byfordbarnard2264 8 ай бұрын

I like the 45 degree

@keithwilliamson236 7 ай бұрын

Is that a true 1x4, or is it 3/4 x 3 1/2?

@savvybuilds 6 ай бұрын

Standard SPF, 3/4 x 3.5"

@sawmilldan Жыл бұрын

If you use oak boards, you can skip the tea bath, oak already has tannin in it.

@user-ok9lv1bm4r 6 ай бұрын

Can you show how to make a 8 pointed star

@savvybuilds 6 ай бұрын

Yes, here is a link to an 8 point star I made: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bMeRmqSh1LTdaKc.html

@matthewdavis6741 8 ай бұрын

I have a 1x4 that I cut from pallet wood. When I cut at 45o angle on the 4 inch piece of wood, my cut side is 5.5” inches on all four sides not 4 7/8” Not sure what I did wrong. Watched the video multiple times

@savvybuilds 8 ай бұрын

Sounds like your 1x4 is 4 inches wide, is this correct? My 1x4 was only 3.5 inches wide (standard SPF 1x4 stock) which means your cut side will be longer than mine. You can continue as is and just end up with a larger star. The goal is for both facets to be the same size. The wider the board the bigger you can make the star. Just continue to the part where you make the 31.5 degree cut and cut just at or under 5.5. Everything will still work out but you will end up with a larger star. Or you can still make the cut at 4 7/8. Up to you.

@matthewdavis6741 8 ай бұрын

@@savvybuilds I figured that out after I posted it, but still wanted feedback anyway incase I was wrong.

@matthewdavis6741 8 ай бұрын

@@savvybuilds since you’re around I mind as well also ask.. because I couldn’t quite figure this out even though I followed the video step by step: When you get to the 31.5o cut, you said to measure out 4 7/8” inches, and then cut but what confused me is your measurement is on top. I don’t know where to measure to connect the line to the bottom to guide my saw. You have a straight line on the board but didn’t share the measurement to connect that line. I just want to make sure I have everything correct (when I attempted to do this, something was wrong because when I measured out 4 7/8, and came up from the bottom of the board to the dot, it didn’t make a clean cut with a sharp corner, it missed some how and caused an oblong five sided piece).. that’s why im verifying where that line connects.

@savvybuilds 8 ай бұрын

@@matthewdavis6741 I see what you mean. I have made a better process since this video. Check out this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/msB2h6qk3rC4po0.html Watch from 5 min to about 12 min. I talk a lot about setting up those angles. Hopefully that helps.

@jameslangston7642 Жыл бұрын

so did you re-cut all pieces are just the one

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

All of them

@jameslangston7642 Жыл бұрын

@@savvybuilds thank you i'm just starting woodworking and i'm a little slow at catching on I didn't hear if you said all or not so thank you for your reply and the video is great

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

@@jameslangston7642 Thanks! Have fun making them! :)

@larrybud Жыл бұрын

6:40, remember, there are 10 faces trying to line up in the inner glue joint. If your miter is off 0.1 degrees, that's a total of 1 degree. If your miter is off 0.2 degrees, that's a total of 2 degrees!

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

You explained this better than I did! Thank you :)

@86abell Жыл бұрын

I have a brand new Metabo 10" sliding miter saw. It cuts perfect angles. I have burnt through 20-star pieces and NONE of them are even close to fitting together. I even had a friend make one and his came out just like mine. How many cuts did it really take to get yours to fit together?

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

What part isn't fitting exactly? As you see in the video I cut the pieces once and then did a test fit. I then readjusted my saw and cut them once more and I had perfect angles. You might be orienting them the wrong way when making the 2nd cut. Or your saw is out of alignment. Not sure. What angles are you using?

@squirrel78704 9 ай бұрын

Question, why can't you just trace the shape for each piece?

@savvybuilds 9 ай бұрын

Mostly for accuracy and repeatability. This way I don't need to trace or measure. Just start chopping.

@danieldibiaso9342 Жыл бұрын

Doesn’t the stain prevent the glue from adhering properly?

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

You are thinking about varnish. This is homemade stain, not varnish. Varnish would create a film that the glue might not adhere to. This stain is okay to glue.

@kerynwoods6068 3 ай бұрын

Mate you use metric when talking about fluid which is awesome, why not use the length measurements in metric also?

@savvybuilds 3 ай бұрын

I'm Canadian, we use both interchangeably for some reason. Sorry aboot that eh ;)

@jackpotscratchoffs5663 Жыл бұрын

Throw those scraps together in a circular pattern for a "Texas Windmill" - boom* another product

@marvinhicks4477 Жыл бұрын

On my saw it reads 31.6 for some reason…….oh well it works

@lindayorke8108 9 ай бұрын

For a smaller star I mean

@savvybuilds 8 ай бұрын

Hi there, I've got more detailed videos on my channel but all the angles remain the same regardless of length. Hope this helps!

@davebowers9526 10 ай бұрын

the 54 degree star produces less scrap because you can make 1 smaller star from the cut off of each big star

@savvybuilds 10 ай бұрын

Basically the 45 degree star is an option for people who don't have saws that go to 54 degrees. I actually have a better video that goes into that with the 54 degree stars, here's the link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gMeqfcx11ZercaM.html

@jasonfurl7207 Ай бұрын

It’s called “propagation of error” in engineering terms

@savvybuilds 29 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@GT_1307 Жыл бұрын

Not one angle is 45degrees. Jeez

@savvybuilds Жыл бұрын

I set my saw to 45 degrees to make a star. This makes it easier to explain. That's what really matters here.

@pazu8728 4 ай бұрын

That is not a texas star. The specs. requires the shoulders to be a straight line. Look up five-pointed star. Only the 54 degree star is a texas star.

@savvybuilds 4 ай бұрын

Did you miss the intro? If you want to get technical, the points of a geometrically correct star are actually 36 degrees not 54. However, becasue the mitre saw's zero degree setting starts at 90 degrees instead of zero, you subtract 36 from 90 and cut at the 54 degree mark. Some people don't have saws that cut more than 45 degrees. That was the whole purpose of this video.

@pazu8728 4 ай бұрын

@@savvybuildsI watched the intro. To me, it is like saying the bear on the California flag can be any type of bear. That is all.

@savvybuilds 4 ай бұрын

@@pazu8728 Don't worry about it. It's just a star.