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General Category => General Scroll Saw Talk => Topic started by: GrayBeard on September 30, 2010, 11:15:10 am
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I would like to say this to any 'newbie' who happens to read this thread....
IF Steve had started this forum two years ago I personally would be much further along in my pursuit of this hobby.
When first starting out a beginner has only his or her own perception of what success they are achieving. With the introduction of this Forum and the wealth of information it presents you will certainly become more familiar with your saw and especially your 'capabilities' much more quickly.
BUT, more importantly, being able to show your work and receive the encouragement of some of the 'best in the business' is invaluable! Sure it is nice to show your creations to your family and friends and receive their compliments. What else would they say?
It is so much more a boost to your confidence to have so many others who have been at it for years and are considered 'experts' to say nice things about your projects.
So 'newbie' get active, read the tips, tricks, discussions and advice. SHOW your projects and ask for help when you feel the need.
We all say it, and we all MEAN it ... this is your Scroll Family and and we are here for each other!
~~~GrayBeard~~~
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Well said! :D
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Hear! Hear!
Sheila :D
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Well said Greybeard, I think a lot of people, including myself are just to afraid to ask questions. I know for myself after the Christmas ornament exchange idea, I had only made boxes, now I have started cutting some Ornaments and other projects that were not boxes and It has opened up a whole different passion for the scroll saw. I would like to thank everyone on this Forum and Steve for allowing all of us this opportunity.
Mark
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GB. Sense were all family, can you float us a loan? Dave 8)
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Dave...as one of the "Sages" on this Forum I feel the need to refer you to the old proverb...
"Neither a borrower or lender be!" <VBG>
~~~GB~~~
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Boxmaker you hit a very good point right on the button!
I teach computer classes for seniors at our senior center and the VERY First thing I try to get through to them is ...
There is no such thing as a 'dumb' question!
What is 'dumb' is not asking the question and remaining 'dumb' yourself.
When you NEED information there are only two ways to get it, research it yourself or take advantage of the wisdom of those you feel might know the answer.
If the 'instructor' or knowledgeable person makes you feel it is a 'dumb question' they are definitely NOT a 'teacher' in the true sense of the term.
~~~GB~~~
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GB is absolutely right. I learn something new here everyday. I am in awe of some of the work that has been displayed here and eager to learn more. It is the first place I go every morning - gotta see what everybody is doing.
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Amen GB! It's been many years since I started scrolling and I'd be a lot further along if Steve would have had this Forum up then. I stand in awe of the many projects displayed on here every day.
Pete
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You are all my scroll saw peeps! ;D
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Well said GB. If only some of this info had been available when I started back in the 70's, it would have surely been much easier.
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Kepy..... The only trouble with starting scrolling back in the 70's or earlier is there was no internet. Gee I'm feeling old! :) :)
Pete
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Being a scroll saw newbie to the site and especially the blog I appreciate all the info I am finding. I find I have some talent in this area and am enjoying making saw dust. I will surely have questions maybe some already asked but I haven't found them yet so I will be asking. Meanwhile, thanks! :)
Janet I will love being one of your scroll saw "peeps" ;D
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Hey there 'HW...' Welcome aboard!
Ask away...even if answered before we are always happy to help out!
I have relatives in Geneva!
~~~GrayBeard~~~
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the way i see it it is better to ask a question and feel stupid for 5 min than to not ask the question and be stupid for life. how are you supposed to learn if you dont ask questions? with everyone on this site there is never a question un answerd. lol think of this site as one gient brain that knows everything
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Jon, I loved that post. The whole thing. The "stupid for life" and the "one giant brain". It was just genius. Genius I say!
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AMEN
You hit on the head. I started in Oct. 2009 and found Steves blog right away. What a blessing.
Dan
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"He who knows all the answers has not been asked all the questions."
? Confucius
I have been in wood working all my life and am still learning. This forum has a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience. 8)
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Graybeard, my brothers ex lives in Geneva about 25 minutes from me. From my name I am a plumber (currently unemployed) and have done some work there and also at her house.
I have been looking into what else I can do with my hands and kinda fell into scroll sawing and woodworking. Though my dad was a carpenter, so I guess I got it in my genes. Where plumbing runs in the jeans! HA! :D