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Thanks Pete!!! Very much enjoyed.

Awesome job!!! This piece would have been challenging on a scroll saw. Unbelievable talent using only a fret saw.

Thanks so much, Don. I'll give this a try tonight after I get home from work.

Don, I've pretty much created the pattern but can't remove the circles where I placed the text. I've also noticed that some of the letters are touching where there should be bridges. i.e. the center of the "H." I know I can do scroller editing when I'm actually cutting but I didn't know if there was a way to correct this or if it may have something to do with the Stencil Font I have in my Inkscape. I've attached the pattern in .svg format in case you might be able to doctor it up for me. I've also included one in .jpg. 25th Infantry Pattern.svg

Thanks Don. I believe I have the Regular Stencil font. I haven't tried placing the font along a circle. I'll check out the video and let you know how it turns out. I had decided to work the emblem as an inlay. That way would be easiest to add the colors also.

I've been asked to make a plaque for a 25th Infantry retiree. The below picture is what I'm wanting to make the pattern from, but I need to have scrollable letters (preferably similar to the ones displayed in the picture). I know I will have to build bridges for the emblem. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I've also included the emblem separately in case it would help. I would like to make the plaque approximately 10 to 11 inches square + or -.

Welcome from North Carolina!

Just to throw this in, and something I have experienced, if you're cutting a turn and rotate the piece to quickly without allowing the blade to "cut" through the turn (especially sharp turns), it will bend the blade. This is more noticeable with the larger blades because the kerf has more surface area to bend the blade before it is allowed to cut it's way though. Concerning the tension: I bottom feed and there are times when I'll feed the blade through the piece and it will not be directly aligned between the clamps. I'll clamp the blade to the top clamp, apply tension and as I do, it moves (aligns) the piece between the clamps. I'll then remove the tension, unclamp the top, and then reclamp the blade with the hole directly between the clamps. I've also found that if I'm experiencing excessive drift or I'm having to excessively rotate the piece to follow a curve, I know the blade has loosened and needs to be repositioned in the clamp for proper tension.

Welcome from North Carolina. You're venturing into a very addictive hobby. Lots of knowledge on this forum so don't hesitate to ask questions. And by all means, be sure to post pictures of your projects.

Congrats!!!

A friend of mine doing missionary work in Japan says the apartments there are so small that they have to purchase versatile furniture that serves several purposes. That is why you see these products popular in the asian market.

Do you call that, "Getting 'behind' the curve?" However, it's an interesting topic!

Welcome to the Village from North Carolina. I must say you're jumping into a very addictive hobby.

I'm not into Wordle however I don't find them to be an annoyance. I did enjoy Jerry's funnies and miss them.

Thanks. Been missing your jokes!

Nicely done!!!

Outstanding work as usual, Dick. I really like seeing your posts.

Welcome to the Village from North Carolina.

Welcome to the Village from North Carolina. I don't cut books and my saw is a Pegas, so my advice is only to say if you are happy with the results then it is the right setup for you. I adjust the speed to a comfortable setting where I can cut accurately. I also have a tendency to cut with the smallest blade possible to get the job done. The number of teeth per inch can be affected by the type and thickness of material you are cutting. The blade needs to clear the sawdust (in your case, paper cuttings) from the kerf to cut properly. The knowledge on this forum is vast and I'm sure there will be someone to comment with a lot better advice than I can provide. We love pictures here so don't hesitate to post your projects. It allows for constructive criticism as well as inspiration for others on the forum.

The sun shines though my bay door in the mornings when I have it open. My magnifier light is in the sun for a short period. It may be a good idea to cover it during that short period when the sun is shining through. Glad you didn't suffer any additional damage than a few books.

Prayers for your daughter as well as the doctors and staff that will be doing the procedure.

Welcome from North Carolina. Outstanding work.

Sorry for your loss, Charlie. Prayers for you and your sister's family.

Nice to see you popping in, Kevin. Hope all is well with you.

First of all, welcome to the forum, Tom. That looks like a nice saw from the picture but unfortunately I can comment any further on the saw itself. I have a Pegas and have been completely happy with it since it was purchased. There are many members here that have experience with the RBI and I'm sure some will chime in to provide you with advise. As far as blades, again that is more of a personal preference. Again, I like thee Pegas blades and purchase mine from Denny at Artcrafterslonline.com. Denny is a member here also. He has good prices on blades and can work you up with assortment packs if that is what you're seeking. Other members here will recommend other blades (Olsen, Flying Dutchman, etc.). You choice of blades will depend a lot on what you plan to cut. Thicker pieces of wood require heavier blades whereas thinner wood is typically cut with thinner blades. I, personally, cut portrait type pieces and generally use the smallest of blades. (2/0, #1) Scroll saw blades are 5-inches. The "size" is measured in thickness/teeth per inch. The higher the number, the larger "thicker" the blade. Again, Denny at Artcraftersonline.com can help a lot with blade choice when you determine what you want to cut. When you start cutting, be sure to share pictures. It inspires us and often times courteous criticism is very beneficial in your education of learning to scroll. Personally I will say the members of this forum have a vast knowledge and have learned a lot by just reading their many posts. Don't hesitate to ask questions. Happy scrolling.