Steps
STEP 1
Glue a state shaped template to a piece of plywood and cutout with a scroll saw. Refine the shape using a sanding band.
Tools
Scroll Saw, Rotary Tool
![sanding the state shapes](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/ebc1803e16384719a2bdf492a1944943.png)
STEP 2
Refine small detail points using a diamond tip bit.
Tools
Rotary Tool
![refining the state shape](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/052efc24801d4d9384169c041cc5c625.png)
STEP 3
Drill a hole at the top of the state with a small drill bit. Refine and smooth the drilled hole.
Tools
Drill, Rotary Tool
![Smoothing drilled hole](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/288f054ffa394bd0a2ffc177ae8c78f7.png)
STEP 4
Apply stain to the ornament. Allow time for it to dry.
![Staining wood](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/874caa0e5eab45d5bebf203797c0cd70.png)
STEP 5
Thread twine through the drilled hole and knot at the top of the ornament.
![attaching loop to ornament](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/6043e3e9da73459c974512d2eb6b8c1d.png)
STEP 6
Thread a wooden bead onto the twine and double knot at the top to secure.
![attaching bead](https://2e1293630802db8d0d56-50fcdb1c10e3e49a3d1b0541a2f13b69.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/projects/steps/1f262514a80e43998776cad66a4a09c7.png)