This is the second one I made. I had a piece of 1/2" Yellowheart just perfect for this project. The pattern is by Jacb Fowler and found in CWWC April 2007. I used FD UR #1 blades and ons coat of 50% BLO as the finish. There are 75 holes, so a lot of cutting. Comments welcome.
This pattern caught my eye and just had to be made. The pattern is by Chuck Petrovich and found in SWWC Summer 2012 issue #47. I was not sure of the Red Oak, but when I applied the Samen stain to the base, it really stands out. I used Fd Polar #5 blade. I really enjoyed making this project. Comments welcome.
I finished the final four patterns of these Standing Miniature Birdhouses. I used Aromatic Red Cedar for the birdhouses and Yellowheart for the birds. I used FD Polar #5 & #7 blades and one coat of spray Shellac for the finish. Thanks to Diana Thompson for the wonderful patterns. Comments welcome.
Len, I consider the blades as disposable at less than 25 cents. I don't like pushing, so changing blades. I also use some hardwoods and it does make a difference.
Thanks, Jim, yes I found them on Diana's website. $5.95 for the set of eight patterns.
As a follow up, one sold today at ArtCrafters and I gave one to my wife, Dianne. Now only two left on the display.