I need some expert help. I am trying to cut come very finely detailed portraits using two stacked sheets of 1/8" ply. The tiny drill bit that I use will only penetrate one layer of the wood. I have not been able to find any drill bits and the reduced-size chuck to hold them. Do any of you know how to solve this? Where to get the needed tools?
I finished cutting the Jerry Rice portrait today. This might be my favorite so far. I'm really pleased with the intensity of his facial expression. Just the way he played.
I recommend doing a "virtual" trial using a digital photo and a photo manipulation program. You can add some torching effect to the photo and see how it looks before you make the commitment on your project. I do this sometimes when I'm not sure about cutting out an area on my projects.
Got this one nearly done. The greatest NFL receiver of all time. What a thrill it was to watch him. I made the pattern using GIMP2 and a photo I got from the internet.
Your work is beautiful. I think it is wonderful that you learned from your grandfather. I would love to pass along some skills to my own grandson someday.
Kevin, you have such amazing talent. I am always impressed with your work. I'm sorry to hear about your pain, but glad you are getting proper treatment. It's sad that it took the medical profession a year to find the problem.
Thank you all. I had fun with this one. I didn't have to design a pattern. I just took one of Schulz's drawings and erased the lines necessary to make it work on the saw. No real planning, just execution, and that part was fun.