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Title: pattern method
Post by: thumbs on September 23, 2010, 09:28:25 am
I'm just getting started in Intarsia ans have what maybe a elementary question.  Who uses cut & paste and who traces the pattern on the wood--different schools of thought. I have tried both but my tracing ability leaves a lot to be desired. cut and paste seems to work okay. maybe it's just i need more time doing it to get it right for me--just don't know which way to go--Richard aka thumbs
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Intarsia92 on September 23, 2010, 12:13:45 pm
I use the "Trace" method only I trace onto "Tracing Paper" and fasten it to the wood.

I'll send you the same email I sent another member of this forum yesterday, answering the same question, explaining the method I use.

AL   
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Marcellarius on September 23, 2010, 12:56:31 pm
Al, could you send me an email to?
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: thumbs on September 23, 2010, 01:22:21 pm
Al, talk about a bolt of lightning hitting you--those are great instructions and make all the sense in the world. It solves a lot of questions about fitting pieces together.I have several pads of tracing paper so off I go--thanks so much for the info- It sure beats making 5-6 copies of the pattern--Richard aka thumbs
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Russ C on September 23, 2010, 01:49:43 pm
Al, I would like an e-mail to please.  :)

RussClaridy@gmail.com
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Intarsia92 on September 23, 2010, 02:32:10 pm
Marcellarius, Sorry your email address is hidden so I can't send you a copy.

You can email it to me and I'll send it.

intarsia92@gmail.com

Al
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: WigWag Workshop on September 23, 2010, 05:22:44 pm
Al,

I sent an e-mail also, would you mind sending it to me to?

Steven
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: dgman on September 23, 2010, 08:21:29 pm
Hey Al,  why not post it here so all can see? Or maybe post a link.
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: WigWag Workshop on September 23, 2010, 08:38:47 pm
Thank you Al, for the quick reply, it's greatly appreciated!

Steven
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Dawie on September 24, 2010, 03:47:17 am
Hi Al,
Could I have a copy too please? I really need to get started on intarsia.
David.
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: julief on September 24, 2010, 05:49:49 am
Hi Al, There must be a reason you didn't post it, but I, too, would like the e-mail.  I would love to know your secret. julief36@yahoo.com  I strugle with it sometimes.  That is why I have only done a few intarsias.
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Intarsia92 on September 24, 2010, 11:23:56 am
For Dan (dgman)

I am not a technical writer and what I put together was, in my estimation, a hurried and crude answer to the question that was asked.  If I had known I was going to post it in the forum I would have spent more time developing it.
 
And, my not posting it on the forum has nothing to do with it being a secret as alluded to in another post!

Some of the greatest joy I get out of making Intarsias is sharing what knowledge I?ve acquired over the past eighteen years with others. I have received several requests, other than the ones posted, and really appreciate the feedback I've received.

Thanks, Al
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: julief on September 24, 2010, 08:51:17 pm
I didn't think it was a secret - I just thought it might be lengthy or complicated.  I believe it is your work that I have seen in magazines and if it is - the instructions you give are easy to follow.  I have long admired the talent you have for selecting the wood and grain direction to put your pieces together.  I came across the "oh so full" pattern in a past magazine the other day and might just give it a try.
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Marcellarius on September 26, 2010, 06:57:15 am
Al, Thanks for the email!
easy to follow instructions and pictures that speak for them selfs.

Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: pieter on October 07, 2010, 09:27:10 pm
Al, I have completed one and working on an other and based on the responses to your e-mailed instructions, I believe I could definitely benefit from those instructions - please send me a copy of that e-mail!

Thank you,

Pieter
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: crusty59 on October 08, 2010, 12:36:20 pm
Hi Al. I also have tabbled with Intarsia, but any advise is always helpful. If you wouldn't mind. I would like to see your instructions.
Thanks
Crusty
crusty59@yahoo.com
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Dav on October 12, 2010, 10:49:48 pm
would like to trie intrusia some time this winter and would appreciate any instruction you could give
dave
langf2@embarqmail.com
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: lwilli on November 16, 2010, 08:09:45 am
Al, if it wouldn't be too much trouble could you please forward your pattern instructions to me as well...thanks! louiswllm@yahoo.com
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: sciesaw on November 16, 2010, 10:50:53 am
 Al
I use the cut and paste method and it costs a fortune in ink or photocopies so I would appreciate receiving your tracing paper method.

My email is bjpinsonneault@gmail.com

thanks
Brian
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: blkgld4evr on November 17, 2010, 04:30:49 pm
Al,
     Could I also get a copy. I can use all the help I can get.I would really appreciate it.
                  Thanks
                            Fred

                                  blkgld4evr@aol.com
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: bluesuede on November 30, 2010, 08:04:00 pm
Hi Al,
Could you please fire it off to me in an e-mail as well when you have a minute. Greatly appreciated...
Bruce
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: mikeh53 on December 29, 2010, 10:36:56 pm
ummm I would love a copy of thos instructions also... just getting into Intarsia...

thanks for your time and consideration

mikeh53@att.net
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: Doug on January 01, 2011, 10:53:52 am
Hey Al, You are the intarsia master, your work is awesome. I want to get into the intarsia side of our craft and I would love for you to forward me that same email you mentioned that you had sent another scroller with some instructions. Thank you and Happy New Year
Title: Re: pattern method
Post by: HWPlmbr1 on January 15, 2011, 10:59:19 pm
Al, if you wouldn't mind? Me too! Sounds like you da man!
haroldwoodcrafting@live.com

Thanks in advance! Harold