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sThat definitely is a big drawback on them. There are some patterns where they just are the only good blade to use on a pattern, This one could have worked out better had I used the spiral blades I like. I purchased some Pagas blades and I do not like them much. they make their teeth too large and they are too aggressive for my liking. If I was cutting 3/4 walnut, then maybe they would work out well, not even sure about that. Dick heppnerguy

Dave, When are going to stop doing this to me? I am getting blown away from your outstanding workmanship every time you post. For a person that is as new to scrolling as you are, have certainly grown into a fabulously skilled scroller. Thanks for posting your great works for all of us to enjoy. Dick heppnerguy

I would increase the size of the pattern a little and choose a blade I am already happy with. This was a blade I bought for the first and I do not like it at all, it is too aggressive for me. Dick heppnerguy

This is a great pattern by Fish. It is Charlie Chaplin from the movie, "Tramp". It is the story of a bum that finds an abandon baby on the street and ends up raising him. The boy and the tramp become quite the companions. It is from the silent movies era and is a rather heart wrenching film. If you have never seen it, you can find it on line and watch it for free. If you have never watched a silent film before or if you have and thought they were dull and stupid, do yourself a favor and watch this one. I know that I did not do a very good job on the pattern but I know that I will do this one again sometime. I saw it and knew I just had to give it a try. I used a #1 spiral on it and did not like the results of the blade I used but was still glad that I gave it a go. Dick heppnerguy

I use Woodenteddybear for most of my blade purchases. They always have what I want and are quick the deliveries. Dick heppnerguy

yes sometimes it is a catch 22. Which way to go. after you put almost as much into an item and a new one would cost it becomes time to move the new, Dick heppnerguy

usually, if it isn't simple, it would not have invented. I know that does not cover all things, but the majority of them.. like washing machines.. It is the new electronic boards that keep me away from trying to repair most things any more...They seem to be something that is expensive to buy and unfixable for the average lay man. Dick heppnerguy

This was sure an interesting post, full of fun ideas. It was all Greek to me but I am amazed that there are people on this site who are knowledgeable on apparently everything out there. For me this subject is as mysterious as the workings of a washing machine is to most average housewives. Dick heppnerguy

I have to be a part of the mass that is fessing up to making the same type of error. I made some Christmas order where the person wanted 7 different names put into a plaque of the state they lived in and I put the wrong names with the wrong states... I will just hang them on my shop wall as a sample of my work as no one but me will have any idea that it is a mistake. Dick heppnerguy

Welcome to The Village from Southern Arizona. If you are still looking for a saw, you might try Craigslist. often you can find a pretty good saw there for less then half the price of new. Make sure that whatever you buy that it will take straight blades and not pinned ones. this is very important. You will also want to make sure you have one with variable speeds. next is the blades you buy. once you get your saw make sure you do not buy your blades at the big box stores as they do not carry the ones you will want for scrolling. Ask here in the forums and you will find where to buy them, They are not expensive but it is critical to how successful you are in what you cut. Take your time cutting. let the blade do the work and don't force it. a medium speed is a good one to start with while you are learning. Too fast and you run out off the lines too easily, too slow and things usually are too hard to make nice smooth cuts. It is about practice, practice and more practice. that is not saying that it takes a lot of time to learn, it just means do not get discouraged, It is like the first time you drove a car around a highway corner and had to concentrate to keep the car where you wanted it in your lane. start with easy almost blockage looking pattern and move along once you feel you've got it to a little harder ones. Don't make the mistake of taking on a wooden gear clock to start with or you will most likely feel that perhaps you have picked the wrong hobby.. You will do fine if you follow some of my suggestions. Ask if you do not understand something. One of the things that make this site so good is that everyone is willing to help and not be critical of your efforts. Dick heppnerguy

Thank you Jeff. It was actually pretty fun to make. I just got back from the post office to mail it off. It is not my most intrigued piece I am made, but it was my biggest sale per piece, that I have made. I really liked it also, The first one I made took me a lot longer and was extremely challenging but this one went quite smoothly. I said I was never going to make another one but when the order came to me and they were insistent on purchasing it, I could not refuse. I learned a couple of things from it so I am now happy that I took it on. Dick heppnerguy

Interesting thought.. I just might try to see how I can work that in Dick heppnerguy

It goes pretty smoothly for me when I am at the saw. As my time on the saw adds up, so does the ease of use. My Excalibur saw does make things go a little smoother and faster then it was with my other saws. But I do not hurry myself, just try to not waste time when I am in my shop.. I don't think I am any faster then anyone else though Dick heppnerguy

I like the shadow a lot... Just kidding, my friend.....I think what you have done is perfect. It is not too much yet it adds to the interest in the cutting, especially when one considers where it may be going.. Dick heppnerguy

Peter, My hat is off to you.. what a nice piece you have made. A close look at it shows the spiral blade can do detail that is all but impossible with the flat blades. Super job on this one, as is all your work Dick heppnerguy

I like both of them.. I am impressed with the inlay also. I too need to get back into doing more inlay... Dick heppnerguy

I did stack all the frame pieces. cut my work in half on that. This one was much easier then the first one I did, and it took less time then I thought it would. Dick heppnerguy

Thank you for the nice note. I still love my new shop and the fact that I can use it year around. I have been way too busy in the shop doing Christmas orders and personal things but it is a little settled down now. Hope to find time to be here a little more though, as I miss seeing everyone's work and reading their notes to one another. It is such a great bunch of people here Dick heppnerguy

It is a Sue Mey pattern.. check your PM from me Dick heppnerguy

Thank you... I cut for several years and enjoyed what I was doing until I met, Paul, (Scrappile) and experienced first hand what difference dedication to excellence meant. He was such an inspiration to me, as well as a good friend, now, that I went home after visiting him and decided to step up my skills. I have found it challenging and very rewarding, doing so. It is truly 'another level' for me. Dick heppnerguy

Thank you. .I love to cut pieces that push my envelope a little, as I find them way more satisfying then the easy ones. but of course some of the easy ones are what someone wants or it can be just the 'right one for the time' Dick heppnerguy

I used 1/8th BB Ply and stack cut two of them. I also used the Olson 2/0R blade, which I like to use mostly for work like this. I have found it to be small enough that it handles the delicate cuts easily and I like it up to 3/8 inch BB Ply when there is a delicate situation on the piece. Another thing that helps to keep the pieces from breaking off is to drill an entry hole next to the delicate cut and start there, instead of going from the outer most part of the wood and cutting it away. The reason for this is the outer wood helps support the delicate parts, where as if you start from the most outer edge of your wood, you are creating a weaker area as you cut away some of the outer support. I hope this makes sense to you. Also the 2/0 R blade creates almost no fuzzies to contend with. Dick heppnerguy

I finished up my "Lord's Prayer" plaque and have it ready to mail out on Monday. Unfortunately I did not get the lighting right, but one of the many things that I am not, is a photographer. The round plaque is something that I make and give to all the spouses that loose their mates, who I know. It is the most appreciated and brought to my attention, many times after I have given it to someone. This month we had 4 friends who lost their spouses and I also gave one to my son so he could mail one to the good friend's wife that died also this month. So I made 6 of them and have one more ready when needed. I also made two of the Steve Good, grandma plaques, one for my wife and one to sell on my Facebook page. I also made several state plaque for a client as Christmas Gifts. So you see, I am not cutting like Kevin but I am cutting and having a lot of fun doing so. Dick heppnerguy

Nothing much more appreciated then a gift that is personally hand made by another. No doubt she will cherish this piece and proudly display it on her table Dick heppnerguy

Beautiful little boxes. This is one project that is well received and appreciated by the one who gets them. They always seem to be treasured and passed down to others. Nice pattern. You always do really nice work so it is fun to look up the things you post here Dick heppnerguy