Making your own Molkky set can be easier than you think and is a rewarding weekend project.
The official Molkky Size:
- Wood diameter 5.5 cm (2.17 inch)
- Baton length 22.5 cm (8.86 inch)
- Skittle length 15 cm (5.91 inch)
What you need
Materials
- 2 1/4-inch dowel (or tree branch or trunk)
- Pencil
- Ruler or measuring tape
- Saw and miter box
- Sand paper or pad
- Number stencils
- Stencil adhesive spray
- Craft paint
- Stenciling brush
- Detailing brush
How to Make your Own Molkky
Step 1
With a pencil, mark a 7-foot length of 2 1/4-inch dowel (or tree branch or trunk) every twelve inches. Using a saw and a miter box, make a straight, 90-degree cut at each mark. Set aside one 12-inch length to act as the throwing pin (or Mölkky).
Step 2
With a pencil, mark a 7-foot length of 2 1/4-inch dowel (or tree branch or trunk) every twelve inches. Using a saw and a miter box, make a straight, 90-degree cut at each mark. Set aside one 12-inch length to act as the throwing pin (or Mölkky).
Step 3
Sand all cut edges of wood until smooth.
Step 4
Spray back of each number stencil with adhesive and affix to slanted face of each pin. With stencil brush and craft paint, use a pouncing motion to paint number onto pin. Each pin should be marked with one number from 1 to 12.
Step 5
Once completely painted, remove stencil and fill in any gaps (or bridges) from stencil with detailing brush.
Step 6
Let paint dry completely before playing game.