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General Scroll Saw Talk / Some blades just don't cut it!!!
« on: August 16, 2013, 11:22:35 am »
Methinks these blades have seen better days....
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Brag Forum / Raging Elephant
« on: August 08, 2013, 11:02:51 am »
Good Day,
I cut this from a piece of oak that was headed for the burn pile. Swiped it from the neighbor (with permission), cut it down, planed it to 1/2 inch, and worked on it for a couple of months. This was the project to work on when nothing else was going on, and was NOT a really high priority.
The background is not permanent, just haven't decided what to do with the cutting from here, so I shall open it up for suggestions....
Thanks for taking a look and have a decent day.
Al
I cut this from a piece of oak that was headed for the burn pile. Swiped it from the neighbor (with permission), cut it down, planed it to 1/2 inch, and worked on it for a couple of months. This was the project to work on when nothing else was going on, and was NOT a really high priority.
The background is not permanent, just haven't decided what to do with the cutting from here, so I shall open it up for suggestions....
Thanks for taking a look and have a decent day.
Al
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Toy Makers / Mini Cars
« on: August 08, 2013, 10:58:47 am »
Looking forward to some of the ideas here for toys and I made a few starters. The smaller cars (in front) are cut from cherry, whilst the "larger" pickup in the back is from a piece of 2X4 (pine).
I have considered coloring them, but I hate to lose the appearance of the cherry wood. Oh well, I am guessing the grandkids won't complain.
Thanks for taking a look and have a decent day.
Al
I have considered coloring them, but I hate to lose the appearance of the cherry wood. Oh well, I am guessing the grandkids won't complain.
Thanks for taking a look and have a decent day.
Al
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Brag Forum / A gift
« on: August 05, 2013, 09:19:45 am »
This was one of a stack cut from 1/8 Baltic Birch Plywood. The base idea came from this community, and I thank whoever provided the information regarding the base. Seemed bare without the "frame" on the cutting, so I tried another idea.
Guess I screwed up and accomplished my mission - they both liked it.
Now I have been asked to cut an owl shape to be used for a clock. Back to the shop.
Al
Thanks again to Mahendra for the pattern, and the green background was a request as her favorite color. Have a decent day.
Guess I screwed up and accomplished my mission - they both liked it.
Now I have been asked to cut an owl shape to be used for a clock. Back to the shop.
Al
Thanks again to Mahendra for the pattern, and the green background was a request as her favorite color. Have a decent day.
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General Scroll Saw Talk / Cutting Board Question
« on: July 27, 2013, 07:45:49 pm »
I am going to make a couple of cutting boards - yeah I know it is not scrolling, but some of you do more than scroll - and I am curious what the opinion(s) might be concerning the use of Cherry for parts of a board. I have plenty of Walnut and Maple and a few pieces of Purpleheart to use, and am thinking of adding something new.
Cherry?
Al
Cherry?
Al
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Pattern Requests. / Pattern request
« on: July 25, 2013, 10:21:18 pm »
Alas, after cutting the portrait on one I don't understand - I find I am asked to cut another.
Mahendra provided the first pattern, however I am going to submit this photo to all who would be willing to try a pattern.
I know there will be at least one more to follow, but will cross that bridge later.
Thanks for your attention - and may your day go well for you and yours.
Al
If this is not adequate - would be willing to try another shot.
Mahendra provided the first pattern, however I am going to submit this photo to all who would be willing to try a pattern.
I know there will be at least one more to follow, but will cross that bridge later.
Thanks for your attention - and may your day go well for you and yours.
Al
If this is not adequate - would be willing to try another shot.
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Brag Forum / The kid I can't figure out
« on: July 23, 2013, 03:05:46 pm »
This is a follow-up to the baby cross, yep this is the Mom.
My sincere appreciation to Mahendra for making the pattern for me, thanks Mahendra.
1/8 " Baltic Birch ply (triple stacked), used a 2/0 spiral, and took my time.
Thanks for taking a look and may you have a pleasant day.
Al
My sincere appreciation to Mahendra for making the pattern for me, thanks Mahendra.
1/8 " Baltic Birch ply (triple stacked), used a 2/0 spiral, and took my time.
Thanks for taking a look and may you have a pleasant day.
Al
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Brag Forum / Baby Cross
« on: July 23, 2013, 03:02:16 pm »
Hi folks,
I cut this one out of 3/4 inch American Elm for my granddaughter. The width is approximately 9 inches and the height is close to 17 inches. Took a while to get it accomplished, but I am thinking it should last a spell.
Daughter does not any backer, frame, finish, etc (wish I could figure that kid out), so I shall leave it alone.
Thanks for taking a look
Al
I cut this one out of 3/4 inch American Elm for my granddaughter. The width is approximately 9 inches and the height is close to 17 inches. Took a while to get it accomplished, but I am thinking it should last a spell.
Daughter does not any backer, frame, finish, etc (wish I could figure that kid out), so I shall leave it alone.
Thanks for taking a look
Al
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Ask Steve a question. / Multi page print in Corel
« on: July 06, 2013, 03:57:57 pm »
Albeit this section is labelled for Steve Good, I am looking for some help from anyone who has the answer.
I have designed a sign for over a doorway which measures 35 inches wide. I believe I have that part done correctly, however, I am NOT able to get the scroll design to print. I always get only one page, and can not figure out how to get the whole string of letters to print.
Suggestions?
Al
I have designed a sign for over a doorway which measures 35 inches wide. I believe I have that part done correctly, however, I am NOT able to get the scroll design to print. I always get only one page, and can not figure out how to get the whole string of letters to print.
Suggestions?
Al
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Pattern Requests. / President Reagan
« on: March 23, 2013, 05:07:24 pm »
Just a humble request for those with some time available. If the photo is not suitable, don't waste your time.
Al
Al
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Brag Forum / This one was trying...
« on: March 15, 2013, 03:52:10 pm »
Not sure what I am going to do with this one..... Close examination will show some really odd looking cuts, and a couple of places where I cut through. I found the wood density to differ in some places and the spiral blade was difficult to maintain, hence the cuts through the pattern. This was a request - I guess I will let the person see it and decide. Sigh - Not all days are golden.
Al
Al
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Brag Forum / Polymer Parrot
« on: March 09, 2013, 07:08:19 pm »
Hi all,
I read about this technique and I was intrigued. So I tried it. The oval is roughly 6X11 inches and I used 1/8" Baltic Birch (BB) plywood. I glued the cutting to another piece of BB and filled the cavities with different colors of polymer clay. The item was placed in a 275 degree (F) oven for about 13 minutes, removed and allowed to cool.
I sanded the overfill clay with an 80 grit Random Orbital sander, then switched to 150 1/4 sheet sander. Note: Make sure to over fill the cavities if you want to try this idea. Next step was to apply some 50/50 mix of Boiled Linseed Oil (BLO) and Mineral spirits. It is still in the drying process and I plan to apply about three coats of shellac.
Not a great example, but I wanted to try something and I am not overly displeased with the results. I am going to give this another go with a more elaborate cutting of a different parrot and take more time in setting in the clay. Another suggestion: make sure you knead enough clay for the area you are working in, an addition to the area shows up on the sanding.
Thanks for taking a gander - stay safe out there.
I read about this technique and I was intrigued. So I tried it. The oval is roughly 6X11 inches and I used 1/8" Baltic Birch (BB) plywood. I glued the cutting to another piece of BB and filled the cavities with different colors of polymer clay. The item was placed in a 275 degree (F) oven for about 13 minutes, removed and allowed to cool.
I sanded the overfill clay with an 80 grit Random Orbital sander, then switched to 150 1/4 sheet sander. Note: Make sure to over fill the cavities if you want to try this idea. Next step was to apply some 50/50 mix of Boiled Linseed Oil (BLO) and Mineral spirits. It is still in the drying process and I plan to apply about three coats of shellac.
Not a great example, but I wanted to try something and I am not overly displeased with the results. I am going to give this another go with a more elaborate cutting of a different parrot and take more time in setting in the clay. Another suggestion: make sure you knead enough clay for the area you are working in, an addition to the area shows up on the sanding.
Thanks for taking a gander - stay safe out there.
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General Scroll Saw Talk / Laguna Blades
« on: February 24, 2013, 09:51:39 am »
Looking for opinions regarding Laguna bandsaw blades. This link is for Amazon and shows what I am asking about:
http://www.amazon.com/Shear-Force-Bandsaw-Blades-woodmizer/dp/B008PSKMDO/ref=sr_1_10?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1361717269&sr=1-10&keywords=99+3%2F4%22+saw+blade
Thanks folks
Al
http://www.amazon.com/Shear-Force-Bandsaw-Blades-woodmizer/dp/B008PSKMDO/ref=sr_1_10?s=industrial&ie=UTF8&qid=1361717269&sr=1-10&keywords=99+3%2F4%22+saw+blade
Thanks folks
Al
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General Scroll Saw Talk / Band Saw Blades
« on: January 20, 2013, 09:43:47 am »
Just bought a band saw - retroactive Christmas present - and I am looking for the group's opinion on which blade(s) are the best out there for wood work. Primarily will be re-sawing, but will do some figure cutting as well.
Your suggestions are welcome.
Al
Your suggestions are welcome.
Al
