From Concept to Craft: How Phenix Creation Handcrafts Ouija Boards
At Phenix Creation, we take pride in crafting high-quality Ouija boards using the finest woods and top-notch materials. Our process combines years of craftsmanship experience with modern techniques to ensure each board is a work of art.
Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we create our premium Ouija boards:
Conceptualizing the Design
Designing the Board: Each Ouija board game starts with a meticulously crafted design, created using a drawing program on a PC or drawn on paper.Choosing the Perfect Wood
Selecting the Wood: We source select woods from a trusted mill shop. These arrive as raw boards, carefully chosen for their quality and grain.
Marking the Outline
Tracing the Outline: The outline of the Ouija board game and the Ouija board planchette is traced onto the blank wooden board with precision.Shaping the Board
Cutting the Wood: Excess wood is expertly cut away using an industrial bandsaw, shaping the board to its initial form.Securing the Template
Affixing the Template: We then affix a template of the desired Ouija board and planchette design onto the blank wooden board using double-sided tape, ensuring accuracy in the next steps.
Crafting with Precision
Routing the Board: The board and template are placed on a router table, where the design begins to take shape through precise routing.Smoothing the Surface
Sanding the Board: Both sides of the board are sanded three times with different grades of sandpaper, creating a smooth and flawless surface.
Engraving Intricate Details
Laser Engraving: The design is loaded onto a computer program, and a commercial laser machine engraves the intricate details of the Ouija board and planchette. This process, taking about 1 to 1.5 hours, ensures every detail is perfect.
Refining the Finish
Final Sanding: After engraving, the board is lightly re-sanded, and all edges are smoothed to remove any burn marks from the laser.
Enriching the Wood
Applying Oil: We apply premium oil to the finished Ouija board, which preserves the wood and enhances its natural grain, giving it a rich and polished look.Final Touches
Drying and Polishing: Once the oil dries, we apply a coat of beeswax and polish it with a clean cloth, providing a beautiful, lasting finish.Preparing for Shipment
Packaging for Shipping: Finally, the Ouija board and planchette are carefully wrapped in bubble wrap and placed in a box, ready to be shipped to your doorstep.
At Phenix Creation, every step of our process is designed to ensure that your Ouija board game is not only a tool for spiritual exploration but also a beautiful piece of craftsmanship.
We are committed to delivering the highest quality product that you will cherish for years to come.
