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Yes. Although I used an older blade that I don't use for delicate woodwork.

I'll take some pics this weekend so you can better understand. The picture you have above could actually work. The only difference is where you have the plywood on top of your sled, I use the metal ruler. The ruler is thin enough to allow for the notch in the framing material to ride against thus not having to calculate the difference to allow for the notch. The length of the ruler on the right would have the measurements so you can cut the frame to length. When you make your measurement cut, you have to measure at the point where the framing material notch falls on the ruler. May sound confusing but it's really simple. The pics I'll send will make it clear.

Paul, I set up a jig for my 45 degree cuts on frames and it works great. I used a metal ruler to make a 90 degree angle on a flat panel with the saw blade running 45 degrees to the ruler. The ruler on the right is marked in inches. I make the first cut on the left side to get my first angle and then move it to the right side to cut the second angle to length. What's nice is I can use the recess from the framing material to butt up against the ruler and can cut it at the actual length of the piece I plan to use it for. Another words, I don't have to figure the quarter inch or so when making the cut. Really, really simple. I've also made a jig to cut the splines. This one fits over the table saw fence and slides back and forth. I can raise or lower the blade on the saw to make the spline as deep or shallow as I want. I simply rip strips to fit the blade cerf. If the strips are slightly too thick, I'll sand them down until they fit snug then glue them in.

Between the weather and my health, it was good to finally get back into the shop and create some sawdust. The first is a Charles Dearing pattern (Lab Family) I purchased at the request of my wife. I stack cut 2 of BB with a BB backer. I used primarily Pegas #1 spirals and a few 2/0 in some of the tighter areas. I will say the pattern, purchased from Wooden Teddy Bear, had a few issues where I had to do some scroller editing to keep from having dropouts. The size with frame is roughly 12X18. The frame was made from pine. The second is a smaller piece (approximately 6X10) also of BB with a BB backer. I used Pegas MGT 2/0 and 0 blades. For the life of me I can't remember where I got the pattern and it didn't have the designer's name. If anyone knows the author, please let me know so I can credit them with the nice pattern. Finally is a Steve Good pattern I cut for Mother's Day. My mom is 92 and is in early stages of Dementia. I've cut pieces for her on her Birthday and Mother's Day since I've been scrolling. This one makes about 8 pieces I've cut for her and she has me hang them in her Dinette where she spends most of her time. This piece was cut from BB with a BB backer using Pegas 2/0 and 0 MGT blades. The first two pieces are stained using Ipswich with Pure Black stain for the backers. They were finished with several coats of Polyacrylic and sanded with 600 grit between coats. The frames on the first two pieces are also stained with Ipswich. I also added splines to the corners, but they are unseen from the photos. The Mother's Day piece is stained with Natural, and the backer is stained with Red Oak.

Thanks Paul. The Cath lab went... okay. 99% blockage in one artery that was cleaned and ballooned. 70% blockage in another artery couldn't be reached for repair through the wrist. Will have to go back in sometime in the future through the femoral artery. Regardless, that as done on Thursday so Friday left me some time to work on the frames. Was able to cut, glue, spline, sand and stain five frames. Now all I have to do is finish them with a little polyacrylic and mount the projects. It was nice being in the shop again.

Beautiful piece, Paul. I also have a few projects needing frames. I've started them but the cath lab got in the way. I'm hoping I'll feel up to finishing a couple this weekend.

Outstanding. You may also want to check out the Village pattern section. Lots of great patterns there. Also, Steve Good catalog has a lot of free patterns.

Welcome from North Carolina.

Welcome to the Village from North Carolina.

Welcome to the Village, Vern. The same is true to you. If you have questions, don't hesitate to ask. There is a vast amount of knowledge here at the Village. Also, please post pictures when you start cutting. You'll receive constructive criticism and it inspires other members.

Ray, be careful using these products from box stores. It's been my experience that the venier is VERY thin and will delaminate. Good luck.

Paul, you have provided many, many, MANY excellent patterns by request for people on this forum. I have tried but in most cases, you post an excellent pattern before I'm hardly started. Also, my patterns tend to be considerably more difficult as that is the style I like to cut. I'm just a novice at making patterns where you are a master. It's a shame so many don't give you the credit due for your hard work. You have helped me with a few pieces and I am deeply grateful.

Welcome to the Village, Ruben. Seems you have a great selection of wood for your crafts. Looking forward to seeing some of your work.

Congrats and welcome. I don't have a RBI but other members here can provide you with information about the saw if you would like. Also, there is a lot of knowledge among the Village members. Don't hesitate to ask questions. Also, we like pictures.

Welcome from SE North Carolina.

You've learned well, Grasshopper!!! Great cutting. Straight lines are very difficult.

Very nice, Ralph. I actually ordered the patterns for the mini bird houses this weekend. Looking forward to seeing your finished product.

Thanks, Dick. Those colors were the restaurant's regular colors so I can't really take credit for that. I just copied what they had. It did turn out pretty good if I say so myself.

Awesome, delicate work! Great job.

Welcome from North Carolina. Don't give up... You'd be passing up a very enjoyable hobby. Stay determined and remember, you're only cutting one hole at a time.

Welcome from another North Carolinian. I live just outside a little town east of you called Roseboro. Enjoy this very addictive hobby!

Something that has always puzzled me is an employer (or Social Security) will give employees or retirees a Cost of Living allowance of 2 or 3% but the statistics show the actual cost of living went up 18 to 20%. We are actually going in the hole.

I have cut 1/4 inch BB in double and triple layers without issues. My blade choice is typically the smallest blade I can use to manage a good cut (#3 or smaller). The only blades I have larger than an #5 were from a variety pack and I think I've use the #9 one time to try it out and changed it back to a smaller blade. I only use Pegas blades from Artcraftersonline.com. It may be that one of your layers in your ply is extremely hard, especially if you've cut BB in the past with success.

Welcome from North Carolina.