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Title: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: boutime on November 01, 2011, 03:53:58 pm

Hi folks!  My name is Scott and my partner in the woodworking adventure we are starting on is my 12 year old son Michael.  A few years ago my wife bought me a Craftsman 16 inch variable speed scroll saw. So far my working with it has amounted to plugging it in, marvel at the little blower and light and shut it off.

I have always had the desire to learn how to use one but after seeing some of the marvelous work that is out there and knowing that it was beyond my talent, the saw has only sat under my shelf.

I ran across this site, which Steve has so graciously put available, the other day while looking for simple yard art patterns for Halloween.  Any holiday patterns you wish to share would be appreciated.  My son and I are both already addicted to it and feel hopeful.

We are looking at trying to make a bunch of the key chains for the family for Christmas gifts.  The saw has been dusted off and so far only 1 of the blades that came with it has been broken (haa-haa). After researching a bit more I know now what type of blades we can use and purchased them. It came with the ones that have the pin but can use the one without. 

Anyway, the first attempt was a disaster with trying to get the blade to fit for finer work but we had fun :). Any suggestions and tips beyond what has posted on the forum would be a great help.  Especially tips on the equipment and stuff we will need to begin this hobby. Trying to figure the best wood to use on the oval key chain.

We hope to learn and grow with you as we become more experienced; patients for the newbie?s please. From Michael and I we leave off for now with a hearty HELLO, glad to be with you all and hope       

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: Judy Hunter on November 01, 2011, 04:42:43 pm

Welcome to a great group. I am Judy from North Dakota

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: Russ C on November 01, 2011, 04:46:45 pm

Welcome to the Scrollsaw Forum . Hi I'm Russ from Florida, I am glad you found us.  :)

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: tux_linux on November 01, 2011, 05:06:09 pm

Welcome! Yeah, try some key chains.
And ask when you need help or any support - that's what a forum is for.

Torsten from Munich, Germany

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: rob roy on November 01, 2011, 06:21:31 pm

Hi Scott, My name is Roy and I am from Scotland. Welcome to the family. If you need help you'll get all you need from the knowledgeable guys and gals we have here.
Rob Roy.   

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: dgman on November 01, 2011, 06:47:27 pm

Hey Scott and Michael, Welcome to the Forum! I'm Dan from Southern California. Come on in and join the fun!
For the Oval key chains you can use hardwoods such as Maple, Cherry, Mahogany and Walnut. Depending on how thick you want them, Use 1/8" or 1/4". You can also use Baltic birch plywood.
Good luck and feel free to ask question as you go!

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: campasano on November 01, 2011, 11:22:40 pm

Scott and Michael, welcome to the forum, I'm Mike from California

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: wombatie on November 02, 2011, 01:05:44 am

Hi Scott and Michael, welcome to the forum, I'm Marg from Australia.

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: heiko rettberg on November 02, 2011, 02:40:56 am

Welcome from Germany, i'm Heiko. Fine that you found us.

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: Dawie on November 02, 2011, 05:53:00 am

Hi Guys,
Feel welcome. I am David from the Netherlands. This is a fun place to learn and just enjoy your addiction.
David

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: SheGold on November 02, 2011, 06:55:52 am

Hello Scott and son... Welcome from Texas... I'm Sheila

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: newfie on November 02, 2011, 07:48:26 am

-welcome aboard Scott and Michael i'm Todd from Newfoundland Canada.

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: beginner on November 02, 2011, 08:57:00 am

Welcome to the group.  I'm Jim from NC

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: julief on November 02, 2011, 03:14:07 pm

Hi Scott and Michael.  Welcome to the forum.  So glad to have you.  I'm Julie from Texas.

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: bigred7469 on November 02, 2011, 03:37:03 pm

Welcome to the group.

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: Keefie on December 08, 2011, 07:25:38 pm

Hi Scott and Michael, welcome to the forum, I'm Keith from Cornwall UK, I too am a newbie and found that the "family" here is brilliant and very helpfull with any problems you might have, there is a wealth of knowledge here and everyone seems very willing to share it all with anyone who needs help.

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: daliclimbs on December 08, 2011, 09:39:51 pm

Welcome Scott. I'm Scott as well! I'm from West Virginia..

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: Marshall on December 09, 2011, 10:21:15 pm

Scott and Michael welcome , I'm Marshall from from Jonesboro Arkansas ...............

Title: Re: Hello from Oklahoma and a couple of newbies
Post by: Marcellarius on December 26, 2011, 05:53:58 am

both of you a big welcome from the Netherlands!