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Which Facebook group?
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I used to have/use a magnifier/light combination but have recently changed. I now use 2 sewing machine type lights and strong reading glasses. The lights attach to the side of the SS arm via magnets and light up the workpiece quite nicely. For scrolling, I use reading glasses about 1 diopter stronger than those I use for reading. Amazon.com: EVISWIY Sewing Machine Light LED Lighting (30LEDs) 6 Watt Multifunctional Flexible Gooseneck Arm Work Lamp with Magnetic Mounting Base for Workbench Lathe Drill Press 2 Pack : Arts, Crafts & Sewing
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Jim @JimNC, I cannot tell which post you are referencing. The post about the bump at the top of the blade does NOT apply to blades other than Flying Dutchman. What Paul @Fab4 said about running your finger along the blade works for all brands of blades.
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Beautiful work @barb.j.enders. I would love to see it with slightly more contrast between the colors.
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Things to look for in a drill press: Throat size: My scroll saw has a 21" throat size so I can cut larger projects. You probably want a drill press with a larger throat size. My drill press (Wen 4214T) has a 12" throat size which seems to be sufficient for the fretwork patterns I like. My previous 9" drill press was not. Vertical throw: Some smaller drill presses only have a 2" vertical travel, larger ones have a 30-1/8" travel. I had one with the smaller throw but let it go and got one with the larger throw. Smallest bit it will take: This is a function of the chuck and the chuck can be changed. FWIW, the chuck that came with mine works fine with very small bits. Work light: Nice to have. Laser guide: Some like this feature. Floor mount vs table top: I got the table top model and mounted it on a rolling work table. Hope you find one that suits your needs.
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That is what I do.
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I found some Spectraply panels at Cousineau Wood Products.
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Thank you Charlie for the quote, that touched me. Beautiful work on the Bird on a Faucet.
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I recommend that you check out the intarsia section of this forum. What you are doing is a form of intarsia. You might also look into the “Just Intarsia” Facebook group or “Intarsia.com”. You will find lots of discussion about sanding and shaping including tools and techniques. Spoiler alert- sanding takes a lot of practice and a lot of work. But when you get it right, it is worth every bit of it.
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After I cut the first side, I use blue painter's tape on that side to hold the pieces in place while I cut the second side.
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Your warning is already too late for me!
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Nice Bob! I seem to be doing a lot of compound cutting myself as of late. I might have to try the miniature birdhouses, they look like fun.
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Frank, Interesting picture and very well executed. I like your choice of woods and see no gaps anywhere. One minor comment: I think it would look better with a line in the background, beside the boar, where the boat sits in the water, to emphasize that the upper boat is sitting on the water and the lower boat is the reflection. I am enjoying following your intarsia projects. I too am just dipping my toes into intarsia and planning to do more.
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Thank you @BadBob and @barb.j.enders.
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@barb.j.enders. Repeating what RD said. I looked in Steve Good's pattern catalog and did not find it, would appreciate some help here.
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Very nice, schnauzer and frame.
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Excellent job on the golden retriever and on the frame.
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Merry Christmas to all my Scrollsaw friends.
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I use a small 5" x 5" laser engraver. I have designed my own logo. I can adjust the size of the logo to fit the item I am engraving. I can adjust the intensity of the burn for different types of wood. And I never have to worry about it burning darker on one side than the other. All this for just a little bit more than the price of a branding iron.
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I use the Trend Air Stealth Lite mask Amazon.com: Trend Air Stealth Lite Pro Respirator Dust Mask, Reusable Lightweight Frame & Replaceable Mask Filter, APF20, NIOSH Approved, STE/LP/ML : Tools & Home Improvement. It is easy to use and effective (I think). I want my lungs to be in tip-top shape when flu or Covid come to visit.
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Thanks Jeff, I needed a good laugh to start my day.
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Thanks @MarieC. I used Bloodwood, Black Walnut and Myrtle. The Myrtle I am not sure about but the friend who gave it to me called it that and said it came from the Pacific NW. His son is a woodworker who lives in Oregon and that is where it came from. I was not overly happy with the natural colors and enhanced them all. I used a red dye on the Bloodwood to make it a little redder. And I ebonized the Walnut to make it a little blacker. I bleached the Myrtle for the beard and trim pieces to make it whiter. And I used a very light coat of brown dye on Myrtle for the nose. So the purists can complain that it is not real intarsia, but I am happy with the end effect.
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Will also post in the Intarsia forum.
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Great job Paul @grampa! September 5th is my anniversary also, we celebrated our 58th this year. We were married on Labor Day that year and her parents declared "no more weddings on public holidays!" Which had meaning for them as my lovely lady is the 2nd of 9 and they were looking at 7 more weddings to come. Fast forward to 2024: The other 7 all got married off, the in-laws are now resting peacefully and I have 27 nieces and nephews, plenty of grand N&Ns and a few greats. Wishing as much joy and happiness for Richard and Amy. Apologies for babbling but seeing the date got me started.
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I tried them. Still have them somewhere, haven't used them much or recently. I bought some and made some, not delighted with either. Making them is not too hard. You cut thin strips of sandpaper and glue them together on an old scroll saw blade.
