jerry walters

Barb, I have the same system you have, so far so good and pleased with the Scrollnado. Now, it is not as good as the dust collection system many of our scroller friends and family have. They have built their own or have purchased upgraded systems. A couple of things that may help you is the vacuum you are using. Mine is a very cheap vacuum that I purchased at WalMart. Not very powerful but does OK. The other thing, you may have done this, is that some of the small pieces were sucked up in the tubing plugging it up, so suction is reduced. Result, sawdust falls to your cloths. What you have to do is a little maintenance. Undo the tubing and blow out the pieces stuck in the tubing. Sometimes just a good shake and the pieces will fall out. The main problem I have is the top tubing doesn't want to stay where I put it. When that moves, doesn't pick up all the dust. Sometimes the wood you are cutting creates sawdust that is kind of sticky and that is, I think the vacuum won't suck it up. I do most of my cutting with hardwoods and noticed the system can pick up the sawdust from hardwoods much easier. I have noticed the Scrollnado has a more difficult time with cedar and plywood. One other thing I am thinking getting a more powerful vacuum. Hopefully you understand what I'm saying. Many of my friends tell me, "Jerry, you are always talking but never say anything.". That said I close. I like reading about your projects and comments. Jerry

Jimmy, your frame looks good to me. I recently did a project that requires a frame. Going to frame shop was expensive. Found a ready made frame the fit my project perfectly, but really flimsy. Like you, if found instructions very frustrating, didn't teach me a thing. Also youtube instructions for most things are primarily just showing off their abilities and equipment they have. My shop is very simple and tools I have are very limited, just basic tools for scrolling. I will keep trying. Jerry

You are in the right place Stephanie. I have been scrolling for a few years, a member here for a little over 2 years and I learn something almost every day. Like I said, you are in the right place. People here are great. Jerry

My nephew, through marriage, flies one of these. Guess i going to have to try to make one. Ron, I am never disappointed seeing what you do with a scroll saw. Very nice. Jerrhy

That looks great Denny, gives me an idea for a gift. Jerry

Those are really nice, l like them all. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Jerry

WOW Richard, those are really neat. Will help kids recover from circumstances beyond their control. I salute you. Jerry

That looks great Jimmy. Jerry

As always, i enjoy your videos. I am with you, I'm ready or spring the day after Christmas. I was born and raised in Colorado. When I was a kid I wished Mom and Dan lived in California or Florida. Jerry

Nice project Dan, I can't wait for spring but I have no choice. Jerry

Very nice Bernd. One of these days I am going to learn how to make the frame. Jerry

WOW!!!, that is beautiful Jane. Will be cherished by the person who requested it for many years. Jerry

You did it again Ron, making me jealous of your work. Absolutely Fantastic!!! Jerry

Toby has been one of my favorites, my theme song since the first time I heard it in the movie "The Mule". Jerry

You are your own worst critic. I'm sure this would win first place in any art show. But what do I know? All I know is that it looks great. Jerry

Those are really nice Alex. Jerry

Thanks Frank. I printed this for reference. Soon as it gets warmer I am going to try my luck at making frames. How thick a board to you use. Like I said the frame I bought wasn't thick enough for a backer. The poster board is not glued to the back of the picture. I did that on purpose with the hopes of making a frame. I learn a lot from you. Jerry

I think this is wood art, because I think protrait is normally people. Any way here is my latest project. This is the C-124-C manufactured by Douglas Aircraft. It was a cargo aifcraft used by the Air Force during the 50's and 60's. She flew low and slow with an average ground speed of 205 mph. Non-pressurized, so our altitude was primarily between 8,000 and 9,000 feet depending on which direction we were flying. Our mission was primarily supporting our troops worldwide and humanitarian missions. I was a navigator in this aircraft accumulating approximately 4,500 hours in the 4 years I was assigned to the 17th Military Airlift Squadron in Charleston, SC. I wonder if any of you veterans during the 50's and 60's may have hopped a ride. She could carry almost anything from tanks, fire trucks, helicopters (blades were removed) and any other large items that were needed by troops. She was affectionly known as "Old Shakey" because of the way she flew through the air, and sometimes as the "Aluminum Overcast" by Air Traffic Control. She served with honor from 1950 to 1974 before being retired. She was replaced by the C5A. This was cut on 1/8-inch plywood which I purchased many years ago from Home Depot. I didn't want to try the good stuff for my first project of this type. It was cut with Pegas number 0 skip tooth blade. I cut like this airplane flew, low speed and slow feed. I'm guessing I have between 30 and 40 hours in the project. One of these days I will attach an electric clock to check how long I spend on projects. I used poster board for the background. 1/8-inch plywood too thick for frame. I was going to try to make my own frame, but could not find framing material that didn't cost an arm and leg. Tried HD and Lowes, they didn't have any framing material. Tried Michaels and Hobby Lobby, didn't like what they had and more than I wanted to pay. I looked at ready made frames and found one at Michaels for $7.00. Exact size I needed. Maybe when it gets warmer , I will try making my own frames. I hope this isn't too long. I would love to hear from some of you veterans who served in the 50's and 60's who may have caught a hop. My time in the Air Force was mid-1963 to mid-1968. Jerry Walters

I'm wondering Ron, does everything you touch turn into beautiful artwork? They would be a hit in an art gallery. Those are really nice. Although I was not stationed in Viet Nam, I was in country many times delivering supplies for the war effort. I was always amazed watching these beautiful planes take off. To be honest I was envious of the pilots. Beautiful work. Jerry

Always enjoy your videos. Thanks Tyler. Jerry

Simple. yet elegant. I especially like the touch of the purple ribbon. Jerry

Very nice Barb. Jerry

Thanks for the show Rodney. Those are great. Jerry

Can't think of anything to say except WOW!!! Jerry

Very cool Travis. I did enjoy it. Jerry