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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Vermis" data-source="post: 209688" data-attributes="member: 37487">Nice composed decor! I also like how you adapted the lid. Is there any catch at the top?For cutting straight lines in plastic, there are a couple of tools from my modelmaking days that I really recommend: a scribing tool and a seam scraper/mould line remover.[ATTACH]63942[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]63943[/ATTACH]There are a few different designs for each, these are the ones I use. (Actually I have a Games Workshop version of the latter <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite10" alt=":oops:" title="Oops!    :oops:" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":oops:" />) The Tamiya plastic scriber works by gouging out a thin V-groove, surprisingly easily and neatly. Keep scoring and you quickly cut through the plastic. Brittle plastic like a Ferrero Rocher container might need more care, but combined with a <a href="https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/467248530076208610/" target="_blank">flexible rule</a> I bet it'd make short work of those curved edges.The mould line tool is simply a shaped steel bar with a handle, but very handy for deburring cut edges in plastic. Lately I've been using it to smooth out vent holes in polypropolene roach tubs.A knife can do both jobs, but these honestly make those jobs easier.</blockquote>