Jump to content

Dan

SSV Silver Patron
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Posts

    7,234

  • Joined

  • Last visited

  • Days Won

    88

 Content Type 

Everything posted by Dan

  1. Dan
    I'm usually stationary when I scroll. But here's what I want to know, if you say you scroll clockwise, does that mean the wood is moving clockwise in relation to the blade or the blade is moving clockwise in relation to the wood?
  2. Dan
    Excellent work! Thanks for your service and thanks for supporting those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
  3. Dan

    Black Bear

    Dan replied to Dan's topic in Bragging Rights

    Thanks guys. Clayton, the burl is soft, but great for cutting. There were a lot of voids in it so I had to select a pattern that would drop out most voids. There are still some small voids in it, but that just gives it character, right? I got it off eBay. Had it sitting around for months.
  4. Dan

    Black Bear

    Dan posted a topic in Bragging Rights

    Just finished this up this morning. Here's one from Charles Dearing's book. This is cut from a slab of buckeye burl. It measures 13" x 20" x 3/8" thick. I used black matting for the background and added 1/4" ply for added support because the burl is so thin. Only took about 2-1/2 hours to drill and cut with a #1 spiral. Thanks for looking.
  5. Dan
    Another outstanding piece. You're making me want to get back into intarsia.
  6. Dan
    Excellent!
  7. Dan
    I second that! Great to hear from you Kevin. Hope all is going well with you now.
  8. Dan
    Great job Kevin!
  9. Dan
    I didn't think I hoarded wood until I moved. I gave away 4 boxes (the size that reams of paper come in) of various wood and moved about 10 times that much. Oh, and I committed the big sin...I burned a bunch of logs I was saving.
  10. Dan
    I agree with Travis. I tried it and it's not worth the time and effort. For me, it's much faster to apply painters tape, apply the pattern and cut. I think most inkjet papers are designed to hold the ink. If you were to try it, use transfer paper, but with the added expense, I would rather spend the time than the money.
  11. Dan
    Very sharp looking bowl. I like the contrasting woods.
  12. Dan
    Very well done. How long did it take to complete?
  13. Dan

    Sandy

    Dan posted a topic in Bragging Rights

    My mom has an akita that is old but gets along pretty good. Mom keeps misplacing the dog leash so I thought if I hang this from the wall near the door, mom will have a place to keep the leash. It's made from 5/8" cherry with plywood backer. One coat of BLO and will put a couple coats of poly on it tomorrow if the BLO is cured by then.
  14. Dan
    Welcome back young man.
  15. Dan

    Outdoor Scrolling

    Dan commented on Travis's article in Articles

    Once the weather warms a bit I usually open the garage door and do some scrolling. My saw is not on wheels and with the stand weight almost 120 pounds, so I don't move it too far. Hey Chuck, any idea what the SPF is for sawdust?
  16. Dan

    On The Move

    Dan posted a topic in Bragging Rights

    Here's one I just finished. It's a Charles Dearing Pattern called On The Move. The blank is 3/4" x 8" x 15" Spalted Quilted Maple. I counted 81 cuts but may be off my one or two. It was a pleasure to cut and watch things come together. Thanks for looking.
  17. Dan

    Videos

    Dan posted a topic in General Scroll Sawing

    I came across these videos. This link shows some inlay work. There are 63 videos in this series on various subjects. Just wanted to share and give you another reason to sit in front of the computer. http://video.wbgu.org/video/2244942342
  18. Dan

    a couple more

    Dan replied to gator's topic in Bragging Rights

    Awesome job!
  19. Dan
    Another WOW! Fantastic job.
  20. Dan
    Fantastic job! As long as you have good music, a good drink, and are happy, four hours can go fast.
  21. Dan
    Great selection of woods. Nice job!
  22. Dan
    Karen, there are several ways to take care of the feathering. Some people use a torch and sear them off. I do this sometimes, but still don't have the hang of it. Some folks sand, but the delicate pieces can be tricky. I agree with Travis on the straight blades. I use them almost exclusively because there is a lot less clean up after cutting. Give the Flying Dutchman blades a try and see if you like them. BTW, I saw your Etsy store and you do some amazing work with the wood burning. Really like the Black Bear clock.
  23. Dan
    I have been on Etsy for almost 2 years. Mostly sell pens. I guess I've averaged about 2 sales a month. Christmas is pretty busy but still doesn't pay the bills. I hope to list more scroll saw items in the near future. Some things that seem to help sales is more listings. I see some people with hundreds of items listed and they usually have a lot of sales. Do some research on pricing. You may make a quick sale if the price is low, but is the time it took to make the item, takes some pictures, list the item, then pack and mail it worth what you are selling it for? If your item is unique, you may get more interest. http://www.etsy.com/shop/TimberCreekPens
  24. Dan
    Very nice work.
  25. Dan
    Mike, My eyes started going a few years ago so my wife bought me a lighted magnifying lamp. I use it all the time and it works great for me. Some folks don't like them, but I suggest giving it a try. As for the table height, I have a stool that is just about high enough. I'd like it just a little higher, but I think I will just cut the legs down a little instead of raising the chair. I did raise the back of the scroll saw stand so the table tilts down and that helps a bit.
×
×
  • Create New...