WayneMahler

Glad you got things worked out. With the temps around here lately I had to use a small electric heater in my shop. Makes a huge difference when in there for a long time.

I bought mine from Ray at Seyco. Had a few small problems and he was very helpful and polite. He still stocks the parts for the EX as I just ordered a new drive arm and bushing guide for mine. Shipped it out very quick too. I would suggest having you manual open when talking to him, it helps him help you a lot.

Fireball First welcome to the village. Great place to be. Next welcome to the addiction also a great place to be. 1) When I finish a piece that shows a line or the edges of BB I normally frame them. It adds to the overall appearance of the project. 2) Watco, Danish, Tung oils and stains can all be top coated with what your wish, as long as you let them dry completely. Some oils take longer to dry then others depending on weather conditions. I normally top coat my stuff with poly giving it plenty of time to dry between coats. 3) Normally I start in the middle. This depends on the pattern though. If there are area that are going to be very delicate when cut, I cut them first, then tape the cut outs back into the board for strength. 4) Can't help you with this one. I have an EX-21 and the upper arm lifts up out of the way. Thinking back to my older saws, I did not have problems feeding the blades through the holes most of the time. Someone might give you better answers but would be nice to know what saw your working with. Remember the important things, have fun, relax and enjoy.

Congrats Chris. Will have to look it up. So Happy to hear this.

The copy I have is Woodimals by Jim Sweet. It was / is published though ScrollSaw Woodworking and Crafts. May still be available on their site, did not look .

I'm sure there is a lot I could learn about inkscape. Looking forward to your progress posts

Well stated and put out. Thank you so much. Got the old gears turning for sure !

I have a couple small radiant heaters (electric) that when needed keep my shop tolerant. Don't have makes or models but keep thing very well. There are propane heaters out there that are very effective and are rated very well. Was going to get one before I gave up my camp. Worth a look into.

A personal friend of mine lost his German Shepard, She now resides in this on their mantle.

Might want to try to cover the front of the backer with some felt or other material. Then carefully trim it to fit. Just a thought. Best of luck with whatever you decide.

When I log in I go straight to General Scroll Sawing. Look at the list and open what catches my eye first, then the rest sometimes. Next forum I go to is Coffee House to see whats there. Sometimes there are some pretty good jokes or pictures. I'll look at the pattern requests and help if I can. That is basically my visits here.

I was back in my shop today. Starting a new line of products and wanted to get started on them. That led into a little bit of cleaning and picking up ( much needed ). It is 6 degrees outside, no direct heat in my shop and was a comfortable 52 degrees. Thankfully it's the whole bottom of my house and the hot water pipes run across the ceiling which helps a lot.

Happy New Year to you and your Travis. Something new to try on a scroll saw. That will have me going towards marquetry. Oh and learning portrait patterns.

Hi Tyrone Welcome to the Village For me if it is a taller cut I like the grain going up and down If it it a wide cut I like the grain going sideways.

Happy New Year Ray. May your year be happy, healthy and safe.

Happy New Year, may it be safe, happy and healthy for all

I use FD Spirals when I need too. They are a different animal and you have to cut slower. The blades you get at the big box stores are nowhere near the quality of FD, Pegas and other name brand. They are a little harder to tension and get setup, but cut in all directions. Try some more quality blades, take your time and you'll learn the the blades and uses.

I want to thank everyone for their insights and artwork. I have gain quite a bit of insight here. I'm in the process of getting ready for Easter, Valentines Day and like like. I won't take Intarsia to a craft show since the price would be too much for some of the shows I do. I do take some portraits I do that run in the low triple digits and they really catch a persons eye and interest. I will be adding some wolves to my inventory and see how it goes. Once again thank you very much for sharing all this information and insight. Probably one of the best features about the village, It's members

I'm in the process of learning portraits. The videos here are very helpful and have great instructional values. It takes time though. And if spend too much time away you have to learn things all over again. I just don't have the time to dedicate to it right now. Be patient dedicated and work slow at it.

Rolf great job on that. It is simply beautiful.

Thanks for the input. Something that was "strange" to me so I had to ask.

I have done well with the Eagles I cut. It's just the wolf has been unexpected and you know what they say about curiosity

Has anyone that does shows or takes on special projects have requests for a wolf portrait or scene? I have had a few e mails and phone calls lately asking me if I did them. I am just curious if this a normal thing or some sort of new fad or something. I'll admittedly state I spend most of my time in my shop working. But between the Mrs. and I we have received several questions about this. So my curiosity is piqued and the reason for me asking here. Thanks for any and all information.

My cuts in 3/4 are normally done with a #5UR and have stepped down to the a #3 as needed. Going by the "suggested" blade charts available are a good starting point but are only a "suggested" size. As we scroll and learn more we all develop our own ways and preferences to accomplish things.

I think a lot of us are all guilty of these. Like JT said, it is very hard to input feelings into words that are typed on a screen Some statements are meant with the very best of intentions but read the wrong way. I try to avoid this but I am just as guilty and the others in this.