Badgerboy

Thank you to all for such kind words. SSV is such a great community!

Only been at this scrolling stuff since mid November and this one was a challenge. Last week I was perusing SSV in the evening like I always do and I saw Denny Knappen’s heart box of Steve Good’s design. Coincidentally my wife walked by looked over my shoulder and suddenly I was given my next cutting project . I was a bit wary due to the minute detail but she wanted it and valentines is right around the corner. I found some cherry and hard rock maple in the shop and started the layout. Steve Good’s video on box cutting was very helpful. It took a fair bit of sanding but I am pretty pleased with the outcome.

simply WOW

Paladin, I cut those puzzles in the same order you mentioned.

Here you go Sam: https://www.seyco.com/dv-10a-cyclonic-action-scroll-saw-dust-collector/

I always have music on in my shop and the addition of the seyco dust collector did cause me to turn the tunes up a small bit but not bad. It definitely is nowhere near my tablesaw, bandsaw etc which cause me to wear ear muffs when running.

Is that a Boston Terrier cut from butter?. Looks like it from the video! I hope I can get that accurate some day. I actually cut that puzzle this week and learned a couple of things from your video, thanks.

Amazing, can’t wait for more updates.

Denny and dgman, I completely agree with need a top-side dust collection and have a few mod ideas for the Seyco. When I make them and they work I will post pictures. I did have to mod my saws table to add a cross brace to mount the seyco as I have my light on the top frame bar but that took 5 minutes.

Kevin, I have actually been using the light for a week now and just love it. I bought off amazon for $45. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MYHYPQ1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Based on the shared wisdom here on SSV I purchased a telescopic LED light with 1.5 diopeter and the Seyco dust collector. They both arrived this week so I stopped cutting for a while today (hated that) and put everything in place. The light and magnifier is awesome! The dust collection is a wonderful addition. Thanks to all the guys and gals here who share their opinions and wisdom.

I bought this one a couple of weeks ago and really love it. Brightech LightView PRO - LED Magnifying Glass Desk Lamp for Close Work - Bright, Lighted Magnifier for Reading, Crafts & Pro Tasks - Light Color Adjustable & Dimmable - 1.75x Magnification https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MYHYPQ1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Munzieb, that would be great to meet you in Greenville for lunch.

Good morning, my name is Todd Wade and I have been a "lurker" around these parts for about 2 months. I live outside Clemson, SC but no, I am not a Clemson fan but rather an unabashed Badger fan, hence my handle Badgerboy. I grew up in Wisconsin with my Dad starting me on woodworking when I was about 8, been in the shop ever since. I have been lucky to have a Dad, Grandfather, and several uncles who were all woodworkers and were all willing to share their wisdom. I recently retired from a career as an Operations Exec in the electronics industry. It is wonderful to have the time at home to be in the shop. During a November visit this past year to my wife's uncle in Minnesota, 88 yr old master carpenter, I was introduced to scroll sawing. Bought my first saw in mid November, Pegas 21", and started to learn the craft. SSV was a HUGE help for which I am very grateful. After running thru several practice patterns from into book recommended on this site I decided to dive into my first project which was inspired by my uncle. These pumpkin faces were a little rough but not a bad start. I moved onto a few Christmas ornaments thanks to Travis and his "Business starter" package that he published in early Dec. Most of these went to family and friends. I did take a shot at a Sue Mey heart frame and now have my 4th frame on the table today as several friends have requested one for Valentines Day. Lastly I have cut several of Iguanadon's dog puzzles which have been very fun. Many thanks to Denny for all his wisdom and assistance when I sneak in a truckload of questions while I have him on the phone to order Pegas MGT blades. Also thanks to Kevin (kmmcrafts) who has been very responsive to questions about the business side I have sent in his direction. I believe going forward my biggest challenge will be to decide which project to work on during my daily shop time. I am finding it difficult to "put down" the scroll saw and go work on the two other furniture commissions I have that need to be done in the next couple of months. Thanks again to all who have shared wisdom in this place, it is a wonderful place to hang out.

My 88 year old Uncle-in-law, who inspired me to start scrolling, always makes a permanent pattern. I believe part of the reason is the computer and printer perplex him at times but mostly it is out of habit. He also taught me to use a “story stick” for my cabinet making projects. He is a master carpenter and at 88 a bit set in his ways which is good with me. I am using paper patterns except for one project set that I have been asked to make many copies and therefore a traceable hard pattern makes sense. I use 1/8 inch stock for these patterns.

thanks Kevin, interesting read.

Just bought my first saw 2 months ago, a Pegas 21 and love it. If that is to be your choice call Denny as mentioned above, great guy with wisdom to share.

WOW, that is a great link thanks!

Very nice Oscar. It appears you may have flipped the thickness of the wreath and backer board from Steve’s pattern, is that correct or just a photo illusion? If so I like the look of the wider wreath against a thin back plane.

Thanks Denny

I just ordered my first SS and did purchase a Pegas. I ended up buying from Woodcraft. I ordered last week Thursday and it is being delivered tomorrow. Good luck on your purchase. On a related topic I have read there is a video out on the net that walks you thru the assembly process of the SS but cannot find it. Anyone have a helpful lead as to where that video might be found?