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Not sure about for etsy, but do not believe so. I did learn that you must have permission from the Dept of Defense for the different military services if you make anything that shows a Branch Logo. Prices vary by branch. FYI, Marine Corp costs $25.00 per year, USAF is free but must apply, Army is $225.00 per year. These permits, licenses are for 1 year only and must be renewed.

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Thick Gallery Glass does not completely dry to a brittle state. It remains rubbery. It does turn transluceint and allows light to illuminate it and it takes approx 72 hours to get into this state. You must ensure that your piece is clamped firmly on a wood backing covered with Saran Wrap as it will leak through the bottom and smear the bottom of the item. Overall, happy with results from this learning experience.

Been 45 hours of drying and it is beginning to harden up and turn translucent. Online says to let dry for 72 hours. There is a lot of shrinkage.

Using a zero tolerance cover around your blade will assist you in cutting small areas. I use a old playing card, drill a small hole and tape the card to the bench around the blade. This eliminates the large hole surrounding the blade and adds strength to the piece being cut. Practice with scrap to see if this will help you.

I am attempting to use Gallery Glass to make sun catchers out of 1/8 plywood. Do you fill in the entire depth or just a covering? I filled the depth and have found out that the sun does not shine through the product. Also how long do I need to let it dry? Any suggestions will be appreciated.

Not sure if they have what you are searching for but check with "the wooden teddy bear. com" they have an extensive selection of different patterns and are excellent to work with. I did a Wedding Plaque" for my niece and it turned out excellent. I used Red Oak that I purchased from Lowes or Home depot, not 100% sure which one. Used this hard wood to eliminate warping.

One big thing I have learned is RELAX while cutting. Have encountered back problems and shoulder problem with tenseing up while cutting. Don't forget zero tolerance on close cuts.

If you get 1 for the kids, go to "Saw4fun.com" many many free patterns that would be great for them to start with.

Have had my Porter for about 4 months and love it. Blade change is great and easy to do with both pinned and pinless blades. Wish I had gotten this first.

I always dip the ends of the blades in alcohol to get the excess grease off of them. Cuts down on slippage.

Thanks

Thanks, ordering new different blades tomorrow. Will keep you up on what happens. Using 3/4 Pine.

Hate to say this but I am ignorant in the use of plain blades. Have always used spiral, even for fine line work. Will try 2/0 but was not sure about thick wood. Thanks guys, will keep you informed. I am using Pine for softness.

I am making jig saw puzzels of animals. Notice that when I cut the piece lines that there is a lot of play between pieces. Can anyone recommend which blade to use to ensure a tighter fit? I use spiral blades for the cuts (size 5.) I would like very tight so when I sand, it leaves a little space for finishing.