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Here you go. Looking forward the blast gate in the bottom right controls both the upper and lower vac. Note that I have a separate blast gate on the lower vac so I can "throttle" it, if the suction is too great on the piece. The bottom vac is 3D printed by James and works a lot better than the stock... in other words, it sucks.

I used 2 kits for my saw. Then I bought 2 lengths for my drill press since I had left over accessories from the 2nd kit.

This is why I had been working on creating a useful top vac. What I have now I am very happy with. Like you I found certain hardwoods are just plain messy/dusty.

Perfect is the enemy of good enough. I do strive to be exacting on my lines, but on certain cuts I talk to myself saying I can go off the line and be a little creative. But yes, straight lines I try and nail my lines, as that can show up as a glaring error sometimes. My go-to is also Flying Dutchman, but the Ultra Reverse #5. However, I am also using #1-7's as needed. A few of my videos are from direct questions asked of me and I figured a video will help them, so I can show how I do it. My way is NOT the right way, but my way which is an amalgamation of other peoples techniques. Take what works for you, then it is a win.

Same here, I do zero editing, but I have a wireless lapel mic so as long as i keep the vacuum system off, the audio is pretty good without adjustments. My vac is on wheels, so I might try to roll it outside and close the big door and cut down that sound and see what happens. I have done full production YT videos for other projects of mine, but in this case, my scrolling channel, videos will only show my hands from hello to my goodbye phrase. I am NOT an "influencer" and have zero desire to be a YT "star". This phrase is an adaptation of when I worked at a radio network for 15 years that one of my mentors used to honor him. Otherwise, I just start my camera and then record warts and all.

I generally keep my cut with the waste to the right. I am a stop and start also. Add to that I am slower than molasses on a sub zero winter day. My goal is to nail my lines and have the sharpest corners possible. Since I also round the back of the blade, I might also have the saw stopped when backing up. Sometimes not. Here's an example of me cutting. I am still learning to speak and saw at the same time... I now can walk and chew gum though.

So glad people are buying true heirloom quality, handmade scroll art, and not cheaping out on the price. Bravo!!

That's a lot faster than me. I am slower than molasses on a cold winters night! What wood did you use and what blades?

I had to check it out. Here's a nice video on a dulcimer maker.

Just had to say, I went and read this entire thread. Great conversation and I love reading about experiences and such. A very enjoyable thread to read. This is what I like about SSV vs say FB. Okay, back to our regularly scheduled programming. Keep it flowing.

I just finished the same one out of 1/2 Canary Wood, finished with raw linseed oil. Also made a base with a spot for a tea light using a Forstener bit. How long did it take you to drill and cut?

I made the connector by cutting a circular insert and drilling it. I then used RTV silicone to secure the LocLine to it. The LocLine 3/4 kit with connectors I got off Amazon, same with the tool. I bought 4 kits to do the saw and my press. https://amzn.to/3SC7T0H

"Schwibbogen" is the German word for candle arch. Attached is a 1939 Saxony design I just finished cutting out.

Making progress... Layer one is done. Layer two I still have more inside cuts. Layer three, still working on the perimeter before doing inside cuts. I found it easier to cut the outside first, then do inside ones. No spirals for me.

I am actually glad people are telling me I undercharged. I feared I might have been overcharging. I work with this Spanish Officer at NATO, he is here in the US for another year. When he saw an image of my work and saw the finished tree, he was so excited and this was BEFORE I was thinking of selling it. So in a way, part sale, part gift is the way I look at it. Now he has something to bring back to Spain and will have an heirloom piece his family can enjoy each year. He has 6 kids. Call it International Relations!

Today I sold my Canary Wood Christmas tree nativity (image attached) for $100.00 to a Spanish Officer at NATO. This was one of my pieces I was most proud of. I had over 12 hours of drilling and cutting in this piece. The fine details and lines surprised me. "Damn.. I did it without breaking!" I currently have a few more smaller tealight nativities ready to cut this weekend. But the other images attached show my current big project. It is 3 layers, and I will use colored 'fairly" lights to illuminate it from behind. I still need to decide how far apart I am going to space the layers, but that's the easy part. I have completed layer one, and yesterday I finished cutting the perimeter of layer two. Although not as intricate as the tree, it is a challenging piece. I am taking a four-day weekend starting tomorrow, so I will have a lot of shop time. I am thinking of changing the cross on the 2nd church to a Star of David. I think that will balance this winter scene as it is reminiscent of the small town I grew up in. I am using FD Ultra Reverse #1 and #3 blades. 1/4 Cherry for first two layers. Last layer 1/4 Mahogany.

Well I hope what you do sucks too! Copy Cat

In his original post, he has $250 as his price point.

Melita Where is Woodcraft in Walpole? I actually grew up in Sharon from 1971 - 1982, and the Walpole Mall and the old bowling alley across the street were my old haunts. I then moved to Windsor Gardens for a couple of years too during college. During that time I worked ER Security at Norwood Hospital. (The old hospital, as they were building the new one) When I was 17 in 1979, I worked for Raytheon Data Systems on Route 1, just north of the Mall, they knocked it down. We also had the Education Center across RT 1, next to Building 19 3/4.

Watch out for that "Travis" Guy, he might try and pull one over on you

Decided to add a similar locline dust mod to my new 14-inch drill press. I did violate the no 90-degree elbows rule for this one, but for the amount and size of dust/chips when drilling it won't matter. I wanted the blast gate in an accessible spot.

I am digging this for sure!

I love how people have been getting ideas from Rolf's post. This is my execution when I saw his setup. When I raise the arm up, the locline moves up and will be in the exact same place when I lower it. The actual pivot point is my flex pipe. I also added a blast gate which "throttles" my lower vac, some pieces cover all the holes and the suction is too much underneath. This brings suction more to the top vac. I just ordered more locline for my drill press. My flax pipe is not doing the job alone.

Brilliant! I have a brick fireplace with a woodstove insert we never use and this would be ideal to display my work before gifting it.

I am blessed that my grandson lives 3 doors down from me. I hope this can stay for a long time. I remember when we lived close to my Grandparents and my Aunts and Uncles. Alas, my father's work took us many hundreds of miles away from family in NYC.