Kepy
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That backer really adds to the overall effect without detracting from the cutting.
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Great job. I also like working in pine although I lost my source to eastern white pine which is my favorite.
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Lucky nephews. You did a fantastic job.
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I really don't know how I could have changed much. For those of us who started back in the dark ages, there wasn't much available. No internet and had not seen any books on scrolling so basically had to learn by trial and error.
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Used is good. Probably over half the tools in my shop are pre owned. I agree with you the Craftsman used to make quality tools. You couldn't sell me any of their power tools today.
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More power to you Chris. I also believe in not allowing any tool to go to waste. I still have my first scrolling jigsaw that I bought used in the 70's. I also have an old B&D 3 wheel bandsaw that was worseless until I converted it to a sander by having some belts made for it.
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Hey Chris, I didn't say that I never use it only not as often right now. It is an old Craftsman with a really long stroke that I bought from a woodshop going out of business. It is really too heavy to transport.
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I have the Delta 12" benchtop with variable speed and love it. I also have a large floor model that I rarely use and the Dremel for holes that I forgot to drill. That way I don't have to get off my stool. LOL
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Four of mine are in the shop which is really too small. The fifth is still at a friend's house.
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I was introduced to the scrollsaw by my Grandfather in the 60's. Bought my first one in the 70's at a yard sale. Started out by creating dated Christmas ornaments for all the family members. Had not seen any patterns but designed my own each year. After my job was terminated in 90, moved to AR and bought a craft business from a retiring couple and began doing custom cutting for tole painters. Closed the store in 02 and continued working from home. Finally moved to MO in 09 and am still working from home and waiting for the time when I can do some of the things that I want to do with the multitude of patterns that I have accumulated.
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scrolling-sit or stand--chair or stool-lemon oil???
Kepy replied to floridagramps's topic in General Scroll Sawing
I also prefer the stand. Just be sure to elevate the rear to tilt the saw. I use a wooden bar stool with a back and swivel. I also have an assortment of bar stools but prefer the one with the back. I have picked them all up at flea markets or auctions. -
WOW where has the year gone? Travis, you have created a great site that definitely has the feel of a village. Congratulations and heres hoping that bigger and better things are in store for the future.
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I have been doing mostly red oak and aromatic cedar. I also like eastern white pine but lost my source so haven't done much with it lately. I have used some black walnut as it cuts very nice and finishes great.
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Finally got these gifts framed and ready to wrap. Need to thank Shellie for the cat pattern, Carolyn for the jeep and Froggie for the cardinals.
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It is very difficult to do thin lines with pinned blades. The best you can do is drill the smallest hole possible then feather out from the hole to make it disappear. You can usually find a spot on the line where it is not so noticeable.
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My first love is fretwork but also do quite a bit of portrait style only not of people.
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Making progress and just might finish on time barring any unforseen snags. Have had to turn down orders until after the holidays as I would never gotten finished. Broke one cutting yesterday but think a little glue will take care of that and its for a grandson who breaks everything anyway so should fit. LOL
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I was sure I signed up but have not received the email and I have my box ready to mail.
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This is a hamster plaque that I did for a 3rd grade classroom.
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So far on my list is a quilt rack probably not scroll sawn and a large frame for an Indian print that will symbols cut in the frame.
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Nice job on the cutting. You can use regular wood glue but put on sparingly. I spread mine with a finger to avoid squeeze out.
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I'm showing my age but you might try an encyclopedia as they used to have pictures of different breeds.
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Welcome from another Missourian. I live north of Springfield and if I can be of assistance would be glad to.
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When stack cutting, I use either 5 1/8" material or 3 1/4" material. If the pattern is fairly simple, I fasten the stack with either 5/8 or 3/4" brads in the waste area then cover the stack with blue painters tape to which the pattern is glued then covered with clear packing tape. This makes for easy removal of the pattern when finished. For more complex patterns, the stack is held together with the blue painters tape then finished as before. I sand the finished project by laying it flat on a solid surface and sand with a palm sander making sure to hold the sander square to the project. I have had good luck with this method without breaking the project. It is also important that your table be square to the blade. I keep a 6" level nearby to periodically check that the table is level from left to right. If your cut pieces will not slip out top or bottom, it means your table is not square.
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I used to work at the Depot and in addition to the kids workshop, at our store 3 of us old codgers held a Santa's Workshop every year where we spent two weekends making toys and handing them out to all the kids that came through. We had a good time and got to use some of the tools from stock. We each did different things and let the kids pick what they wanted. Seemed to be a hit but don't know what they will do this year as we have all retired.