trailfndr Posted February 7, 2014 Report Posted February 7, 2014 I was laid off from work this week, so I spent a lot of time in the shop.First is a hummingbird from JGR's book, "Artistry in Wood" I used a slab for the background instead of cutting a piece. Made with Poplar, Walnut, Aspen, Aromatic Cedar, African Paduck, and Yellow Heart.Next is a Lighthouse from Kathy Wise's book, "Intarsia Woodworking Projects" I made this one with Poplar, Cherry, Aspen, Walnut, Oak,and Aromatic Cedar. Ended up with a couple of small gaps that I have yet to figure out, but I think they were caused by the way I glued it all up. It was nice and tight on the bench before gluing. Live and Learn. Buzz and Ron Johnson 2 Quote
Ron Johnson Posted February 7, 2014 Report Posted February 7, 2014 Good morning Lee Both are fantastic. Awesome !!! I just love the colors in both. You really did a nice job in finishing as well. Quote
Phantom Scroller Posted February 7, 2014 Report Posted February 7, 2014 These are great pieces of work Lee sorry to here you've been laid off, I know how that feels it's happen to me more than once in my life, don't depend on anyone for work get on that bike and get yourself out there and harass the companies it won't come to you. BEST OF LUCK. Roly Quote
trailfndr Posted February 7, 2014 Author Report Posted February 7, 2014 Lay-offs are nothing new. I am an Autoworker, and this layoff was caused by the winter storms in the southern states preventing trucks from getting up here to Michigan with parts. No big deal really, it does happen, but not often. Phantom Scroller 1 Quote
browders Posted February 7, 2014 Report Posted February 7, 2014 Very nice. what a great choice of wood types. Quote
amazingkevin Posted February 8, 2014 Report Posted February 8, 2014 Looks like you make it thru this lay off in good spirits.Now you can polish your exceptional skills even more .Enjoy ! Phantom Scroller 1 Quote
wombatie Posted February 8, 2014 Report Posted February 8, 2014 I really like the Lighthouse. Love the colors. Marg Quote
ironman123 Posted February 8, 2014 Report Posted February 8, 2014 Fantastic peices. Choice of wood species is great. Ray Quote
bobscroll Posted February 9, 2014 Report Posted February 9, 2014 Lee, You do great work on your scroll saw, I like the way they turned out! Bob Quote
trailfndr Posted February 9, 2014 Author Report Posted February 9, 2014 My thanks to all for the positive feedback. It really helps to encourage me to try harder and attempt to do better each and every time I go into the shop. Added bonus is being judged by peers that understand the work that goes into these pieces. Wilson's Woodworking and Phantom Scroller 2 Quote
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