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  1. Jim McDonald
    I am not Kevin, but I think Steve Good had the eyeglass nose years ago. Might do a search on his site. I did a couple from 2 x 4 scraps and stained them. Lot of sanding to round the nose.
  2. Jim McDonald
    I'll be interested to see what you think after about 6 birdhouses or compound ornaments.
  3. Jim McDonald
    Great looking round box. Having some of Steve Good's round nativities, I know the work you did to get the rings round. Give yourself a big pat on the back.
  4. Jim McDonald
    Great volume on some good looking work. Will you paint names on the gift tags?
  5. Jim McDonald
    Dave, I feel like I have accomplished nothing. This is a huge collection of great work!! When did you find time to visit the village?
  6. Jim McDonald
    Are we talking standard reverse or ultra-reverse?
  7. Jim McDonald
    I am truly sorry that such a tragic event happened. But, I am thrilled at the work you did. Beautiful piece of wood turned into a beautiful piece of art.
  8. Jim McDonald
    Looks great. Will be in touch soon. My cutting season is just about wrapped.
  9. Jim McDonald
    Trying to get ready for Christmas before the weather shuts me down completely. Since 99% of my work is done on the patio, wind and cold temps have a negative effect on the idiot driving the scroll saw. For reference, all the hanger holes are 1/8". The reindeer you might have seen last year, but they easy to cut and people seem to like them.
  10. Jim McDonald
    you've been a busy little boy there, Kevin. Lots of different art forms there and lots of attention to detail.
  11. Jim McDonald
    That's a good sized "slabber" you caught.
  12. Jim McDonald
    I have WV, but have yet to cut it. Now, I might be more inclined to move it up the cut list. Great work and like the backer contrast.
  13. Jim McDonald
    Wish I could go, but we're taking a fall foliage train trip up the New River that weekend. Hope to see a few pics along the way, and I will try to post some from the trip in the coffee house.
  14. Jim McDonald
    Nothing like a proper stand to take the tension off your shoulders. (And nothing a fresh crappie sandwich)
  15. Jim McDonald
    Looks like 2020/21 firewood there by the fence. Glad your "office" made it through, but loss of shade will hurt.
  16. Jim McDonald
    Great design and cutting.
  17. Jim McDonald
    Do you think I need to get a new brad point? Drilling 1/8" [3mm] BB plywood with hand drill.
  18. Jim McDonald
    Kevin, you sure have been making the sawdust fly and scraps fall away. Your detail on the "bling" is great.
  19. Jim McDonald
    Wipe it down with paint thinner, then brush with a wire brush to remove any rust or discoloration, wipe with clean rag to remove any bristles and then apply two coats of Johnson's paste wax (yellow can from home cleaning department) about an hour apart. Then recoat about every month or so. Your table will be slick and nothing will transfer to your work to interfere with finishes. DO NOT use car waxes or silicone treatments.
  20. Jim McDonald
    Been turning some really nice portrait work here lately. Drill the hole, insert blade, repeat, repeat... Great detail.
  21. Jim McDonald
    Several years ago, I got a 788 as a combination anniversary and father's day gift. Sad to say it is in the shop right now, but I expect it back this week. That said, she told me to buy a new saw. So in the spring. I will be getting a Seyco or Pegas.
  22. Jim McDonald
    HOLY SMOKES!
  23. Jim McDonald
    Great cutting with loads of details.
  24. Jim McDonald
    Scrolling is what keeps me on the socially acceptable side of sanity. With my saw back in the shop, I am at a loss for stuff to do after I leave work that doesn't involve more labor. Plates and cups are made every day--sanity is sawdust on the floor.
  25. Jim McDonald
    That is some precise sawing. Just gave me an idea if I can find some old school wooden dominos.
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