Oscar Myer

I almost lost the tip of my right index finger on my jointer a few years ago. I'm lucky. The only scar it left behind is there's no more fingernail. Since doing this I've developed a bit of fear when using my "toys." I tend to think that this is a good thing because it keeps my mind on what I'm doing. As for the table saw... I've only had one kick back over the years. I was trying to rip a wet 2x4. The saw doesn't like wet lumber. I didn't get hit... but it sure made a bang when it hit the door. It also left a good dent... another reminder to me to be extra safe. Glad you weren't hurt. /Oscar

No need to say you're sorry about being a French Canadian... I grew up and still live in Quebec. We may even be neighbors!!! I use regular acrylic paints that I get at Michael's for under $3 per little bottle. But about a month ago I discovered that it can be had for MUCH cheaper at my local art store. It comes in a tube for under $6.00. Lately I have been experimenting with airbrush painting. I really haven't had much time to paint - or even do much cutting for that matter - so I can't say how good or how bad I am with it. But now with the self isolating thing going on I certainly have the time to get into some serious practicing.

Hi Rolf... I used some "glitter paint" that I picked up at Michael's. A word to the wise... I have found that most glitter paints are not intended to be spread with a brush like regular acrylic paint. It seems to be made up of mostly glue. For the Christmas Greetings back board I ended up having to "daub" the stuff on. Took me over 2 hours to complete it. A lesson very much learned. I found that a better way of doing it is to put on a coat of acrylic paint and then sprinkle glitter on it before it drys. I also have sprayed a thin coat of lacquer on it as well. The lacquer seals the glitter and keeps it from falling off. I agree with you on the $10 being to little to ask for some of my pieces. It just seems to me that a lot of people don't look at a piece without realizing how many hours went into creating it. Also, I'm a newb who really hasn't built up a load of confidence as of yet. I know where my mistakes are and I start thinking that other people will see them too. So I guess I'm much too shy to be asking a larger amount for the piece. That being said, there have been multiple times when I've shown my work to my better half. She tends to get a little annoyed when I point out some "mistake" to her... something that she would never have noticed if I didn't point it out to her. /Oscar

Love the clock!!! Also love the table saw because I have the exact same one

My shop is a one car garage that nobody was going to use anyway. And so, voila!!! It is 12 x 25 x 10. Kinda small I know but really serves me well. It is heated and air conditioned. I tried to be creative when when setting it up, using every little space. Virtually every major tool is on wheels. It's the only way to go in such a small area. And yes... these photos were taken last week. I've finally gotten into the habit of putting tools away after using them. I also sweep the floor when it needs it. I'm starting to see symptomsof OCD lately.

Mebbe someone will be able to explain what a "nibble" is in a way that would let you understand. I'm afraid that if I try to explain I would only get you very confused.

I'm hoping that this question is on topic here, seeing that the thread is about the DeWalt saw. I bought my DeWalt type 2 eight years ago. However, it was virtually never touched until this past November. And since November I have been using the saw for about 3 to 4 hours a day. My question is: When should I start thinking about doing the maintenance on it that has been mentioned here? Maintenance that will prolong my saw's lifetime? I know that there's a few good videos that show how to do it on YouTube. I have already done the "cover the switch and use a foot switch" thing. I used blue painter's tape to do this and it seems to have sealed it very tight. After reading some of the problems that some people have had or are having with this saw I'm now having nightmares about having to change it in the very near future. /Oscar

I haven't been around much lately because life keeps getting in the way and keeps me from scrolling as much as I'd like. That being said, I have managed to get another cross done over the past few days. It is a Sue Mey pattern that has really helped me practice making inside 90 degree corners sharp and crisp. I admit that I "nibble" at each corner before turning the piece and cutting the next line. This is probably another reason why it takes me so long to finish the project but the result is giving me what I'm after for the most part. In the past I have been lazy and just spun it around. This can be a real crap shoot. Better to take my time to do what seems to work for me. /Oscar

Really looking good sir!!! And BTW... I NEVER get bored with yours or anyone else's pics.

I try to stay on the line as much as possible. However, I know that at some point while cutting the project I'm going to drift now and then. I've come to realize that I must ease back onto the line. I've also corrected my habit of pulling the project from one side or to the other against the blade isn't going to do anything to help getting back on the line. Perhaps doing this can be chalked up to my newb status. I've also learned that when I try to fix a "bad cut" after the waste piece comes out can make it even worse. /Oscar

Great work, Ray!!! I’m guilty of wishing I didn’t start a project a couple of times. I found that leaving it alone for a bit and start cutting something easier - a simple word art project for instance - and then go back to the original project a little later. Sometimes a change of scenery does me good /Oscar

WOW!!! Just beautiful!!!

Amazing work!!! /Oscar

Good job!!!

Wow!!! gorgeous work!!!

Doing my research before I first started scrolling I noticed that most - or at least a lot - of people were using 77. And so that's what I'm using. I will start soaking the nozzle in MS like other people have mentioned because I've noticed a buildup on it and have seen some spitting. I have started spraying the wood instead of the pattern. I found that all I have to do is touch the "spit" with a screwdriver and it goes away. BTW... the big can costs over $16.00 here in my part of Canada. /Oscar

Wow... great stuff so far!!! I have found that I love doing fretwork as well. Please do keep posting progress updates.

Now that the holidays are over I can start going on to other things to cut. I thought I would push myself to do something with a challenge (don't forget... I'm a newb ) Here's how things are going so far... /Oscar

And so... I have just spent the last hour honing my cutting 1/4" plywood skills. To do this I took the advice that a lot of you nice people offered me... smaller blade and lower speed. I will no doubt be doing a lot of stack cutting but for today I just wanted to see what would happen without stacking... call it an experiment. I installed a 2/0 blade and slowed the saw WAY down. To my amazement I was doing almost perfect cuts within 15 minutes of practice time. I was in complete control. I just couldn't believe it. I might go out on a limb here and say that it almost felt easier than cutting 1/2" with a FD UR #5. Thanks all for all your help!!! /Oscar

Thanks to all for the help!!! Much appreciated. Going by what you kind people have told me it would seem like I answered my own question. Stack cutting is the way to go (like I have been doing.) However, I was almost embarrassed to admit that I was doing this... I thought that it was only a newb's way to get around the problem. Reading your answers have blown my self-confidence level sly high!!! I've also noticed that I should be using a lesser blade when cutting thin stuff. Thanks for that as well. I will be printing out a few more "practice sheets". /Oscar

Sorry... I should have mentioned that my go to blade is an FD UR #5

Forgive me for sounding like the newb that I am but I know that some kind souls out there will help me out on this. My question is: I'm having a heck of a time cutting thin wood - 1/8 - 1/4" plywood. I've tried with some limited success to slow down the saw, slow the way I'm feeding the wood into the blade (letting the blade do the work), but at some point the wood takes on a life of it's own and takes off out of control. Is there something I'm missing? I have been practicing on scraps and just when I think I have it mastered the saw quickly tells me that I don't have it mastered. Are there any tricks or tips to be had? For now I've been tacking the thin stuff to 1/'2" scraps and this make all the difference in the world but I'm sure there is a better way. Thanks in advance /Oscar

I got mine from Amazon.ca Paid $95 for it. It's probably a lot cheaper in the States. Love the LED light with it's "bright, brighter" feature. That being said, 100% of the time it is on the brightest level. I can't say that there is any shadows to deal with. I've also covered the on/off switch with tape to keep dust from getting in there. It has a 5x magnifier with a cover and is probably overkill. But the closer I put it to the work the easier it is on the eyes. I don't use the magnifier very often but it is there when I need it. /Oscar

Just so you know... I almost spit coffee all over my screen. Yes, you're so right about this copyright stuff not being something to take lightly. I do understand this and, like you, I do not make anything with a copyright to sell. And also like you I will not make anything with a heavy copyright - sports themes or Harley Davidson as good examples - for anyone other than myself. Although the superhero logo were made for someone else I really not too worried about getting caught and fined by the copyright police. They're going on an eight year old's bedroom wall. Even if some of his friends beg and plead for me to make more for them, it just wouldn't happen. It's a one-off thing. Am I wrong for cutting these logos? When taking the law to the extreme, the answer is yes. My bad. But being used as they are in this case I'm not worried about getting caught and ending up with a hefty fine... unless they raid my shop or the eight year old's bedroom. I should also point out that I got the patterns for these logos from Pintrest. In fact, there are hundreds of different logo patterns to be had there without any copyright disclaimers. I would think that the posters over there would have a tad more to worry about than I do. /Oscar

Warning: Sarcasm used in this post. Hmmm... funny this should come up now. I just finished cutting 2 superhero logos for my niece's 8 year old kid. The plan is for him to put them up on his bedroom wall. There was absolutely no money involved - not even for the wood. And they'll never be displayed anywhere outside his room. While cutting these logos I was well aware of them being copyrighted but didn't think that it was really an issue under these circumstances. And since I did a stack cut I tacked the other set to a wall in my shop. I guess I'll have to stop cutting and privately displaying these logos and burn them. (heaven forbid the trash collector guy should find them and take them home to his kid) Or am I being too extreme? /Oscar