One fun technique is to take a piece of wood and weather it with flame and abuse. You can cut this pattern on any board but give distressing a try. Knotty pine works pretty well. Cut the pattern then use a torch to scorch the wood. Then just knock the board around with a hammer or chain to add a few dents.
The paper pattern includes the cracks on the ends and a knot. You just add the fire and hammer.
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