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Great job Roly, something I have wanted to do myself but not got round to it yet, still seeing your wonderful effort I might get to it. Richie

Good idea I might just do that Thanks, Richie

I combined a couple of patterns to make this tea light. It is made from Brown Oak and Ash. Hope you like it. Richie

Hi Roly yes I wear glasses and no they don't steam up, its the only mask I have found that doesn't steam up when I wear glasses. Richie

Jim I would not be without my dust mask. I use a Trend Airace mask which is very effective and comfortable. Scroll saw dust is very fine so you need the best protection you can afford and you can't put a price on your health. Richie

Hi Rusty I wanted to get one of these for myself but they don't do them in the UK. Great to hear a good report on it though. Richie

Happy Christmas every one, What a great design and a beautiful piece of cutting, Love it !!!!! Richie

That's a great idea and well thought out. Any chance of a pattern I'd love to make this myself. Richie

Good stocking filler for Christmas and sells well at craft fairs, Done in Yew and Sycamore, dog pattern from one of Pat Spielman;s books. Richie

Very nice Mike. Great piece of cutting Richie

Yes there is. Richie

I thought as so many of you have not worked with YEW, this beautiful yet frustrating wood, I'd give you a bit more info. It is frustrating because it has hidden splits and ingrown bark which very often don't show until you are well into the project. But the final finish is worth all this waste and expense. printer friendly Yew Short Description Coniferous wood Description The yew can be found in western, southern and central Europe, Asia Minor and North Africa. It does not occur in North or Eastern Europe. The yew is the oldest native conifer and its seven species constitute their own family (Taxaceae). In Europe the European or common yew is most common. It can grow to a height of 20 metres. In addition several dozen different special decorative variants with different forms have been cultivated. The trees can grow to several hundred years old. All parts of the tree with the exception of the red, fleshy seed-covering of the fruits contain the poison Taxin, that can lead to life-endangering illness to both animals and humans. In the Middle Ages, the yew was very widespread and many place names bear testimony to the trees existence. Its hard and elastic wood was highly valued for making longbows and crossbows. The demand for yew wood has waned considerably and many trees were felled due to its poisonous nature. It attained popularity again as a decorative plant in gardens in the 18th Century but has never reached its original levels. Old yew trees are often protected as natural monuments. Larger areas can be found in nature reserves in Eichsfeld in Thuringia, Germany or near Weilheim in Upper Bavaria. Yew trees are most commonly found in parks and cemeteries. The thin sapwood is yellowish-white, the heartwood reddish to red-brown. It darkens considerably. Density 0.65 g/cm3 Properties Yew wood is heavy, very hard and firm, tough and elastic. It is not susceptible to shrinkage and has good stability. The wood is resistant to weather and not susceptible to fungal or insect infestation. Usage It can be peeled or sliced and with some limitations it can be carved and turned. Surface finishing is straightforward. It can be stained or painted. Dimensions Yew is available as round or sawn timber. As it is not very widespread it is only available in small quantities on the market, and at a high price. Applications - Veneer - Turning and carving - Sculpting - Musical instruments Recommend musterkiste | Contact | Imprint

Hi all, this was cut from a lovely piece Yew, a wood I love working with. Hope you like it. Richie

Yes it is I adapted from bookends I used to do. Richie

Just finished this doggy CD rack which is fully adjustable to cope with 1 CD or 30 CD's. Hope you like it. Richie

Started 35 years ago and three machines later I'm still going strong. Still selling my work to keep the wolf from the door!!!!

Are you a surfer dude then Keith? Richie

Very nice, I like it, great piece of cutting. Richie

Beautifully cut, wonderful piece of work, Gina well done. Richie

HE sure is, and HE never shuts up shop Richie

Made this desk set in American Walnut and Sycamore. I modified one of Steve Good's designs to convert it into this desk set. Hope you like it. Richie

I'm another one who has come over from free4all. I have been scrolling and toy making for over 35 years, selling my work at craft fairs all over the United Kingdom. I love spending time working with hardwoods designing and making things which people will enjoy looking at and using. Looking forward being part of SSV. Richie

I'm another one moving over from Free4all. I have been scroll sawing and toy making for over 35 years, selling my work at craft fairs all over the United Kingdom. I love spending time working with hardwoods designing and making things which people will enjoy looking at and using. Richie

Sanding the ends with emery cloth does the trick for me. Richie