Intarsia question

[red river]

I'm going to take the plunge and do an intarsia project. I don't know how to show the bonsai tree I have my eye on. It's on Etsy under LKGlorius prints. I am hoping someone will take a peek at it and tell me what thickness of wood they would use on a 8.5x11 pattern. I have wood for 3/4 and 1/2 in . 3/4 seems to thick. Thanx in advance. forrest

[Sycamore67]

You can use any thickness you want.  I use 3/4 most of the time.  Unfortunately, most folks simply round off the edges of every piece.  I try to create more depth and shape to the pieces to create more of a 3 d effect.

[barb.j.enders]

I think I saw your post on FB.  If it is what I am thinking, nice pattern.  I use 3/4 so it can be shaped more drastically than thinner.  On FB you were asking about the backer.  I have done some narrow areas with a backer.  I feel that if the piece is hanging, it should be fine.  Thinking if my Heron piece, if you want to look back.