How to Make Music Box
You can sometimes install the movement while it is still in its white protective casing. In most circumstances however, you will begin by removing the movement from the case and unscrewing the plastic base. The case can be pried open with a flat edge such as a screwdriver or butter knife.
Cut out a small piece of paper that fits the part of the housing that you'd like to place your movement in. Place your movement on this paper and press against the bottom to create an impression of the mounting holes and winding shaft on the paper - you will need to punch a hole right through the paper with the shaft. You can also rub chalk or a lead pencil against the mounting holes to gain an impression. Trace the edges of the movement as well.
Remove the movement and mark the hole locations more clearly. Place the paper into your housing in the same position you would like to place your movement, and push through at the locations of the holes with a sharp point (a needle or the point of a compass).
Remove the paper pattern and deepen the hole marks. Drill 3.. (1/8") mounting holes and a 6mm (1/4") clearance hole for the winder shaft.
Now you can place your movement. It can be mounted with #2 wood or machine screws.
Fin!
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