Nick@tinkers-cove

Thanks Marg.....I may be gone for a while.

Hi Dick. What I tend to do with the commissions is cut 2 individual portraits (some of the thicker ones can't be stacked anyway). It seems a long way of doing things, but some of the intricate work is best not to attempt when stacking - particularly with my previous saw. Thanks for your interest. Kindest Regards, Nick.

Thanks Ron. The difference is just amazing. I can't move away! I do however, feel grateful to have worked hard on an 'entry level' saw and moved up...rather than having to drop down. I have always been very humble, but I feel that I've kinda earned this. I can't wait to see what it produces - it seems to cut all on it's own. Kindest Regards, Nick.

I had a Scheppach Deco-Flex, Roly. It really was overworked to be honest. The tension rod gave out in the end (the threads were rounded). The amount of times I wound that wheel (every time I had to release / tighten the tension) would probably equate to how often a trucker changed gears in a year! I put some decent stuff out over the last 18 months - so for my 1st saw (entry level as well) it served it's purpose and it taught me a lot...so R.I.P (Rust In Peace) LOL

Get whatever Excalibur your money can buy...trust me, I received my EX-30 today, and I'm completely blown away! Regards, Nick.

Hi everyone. My names Nick, and I'm a scrollerholic. (Round of applause from group) Today I started using the hard stuff - I'm ashamed to say I've been introduced to EX-30 by a dealer and now I'm completely hooked. I've been told that from now on my life and relationships will suffer greatly..."OH WELL - I'M SURE I'LL MANAGE! LOL.

Time to feel smug Keith - great work, with plenty of clean-cut detail. Regards, Nick.

Thanks everyone. For those who asked - the 2 pieces were the Floral Cluster (canal artwork) and the Victorian Bird Cage. (I think I need to make some more when the saw arrives). Many thanks for your comments and interest. Nick.

Thanks Marg. Yes, I know she won't mind me saying...I have a very talented wife (all handmade) - the wreaths of course...NOT my wife LOL More can be seen here if they interest you. http://stores.ebay.co.uk/tinkers-cove/Rag-Wreaths-/_i.html?_fsub=4173231016&_sid=169836976&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322 Kindest Regards, Nick.

Hi all. Just thought I'd let you know how the Craft Fair went, yesterday - (Thanks for asking Roy) All was good, and things got quite busy for the 1st of the season. I sold quite a few pieces and got quite a crowd for the commissioned stuff (& plenty of cards requested) - Although I am really short of space and need to give that some thought. Another quietly spoken stall-holder approached at the end of the day, and said he had something to tell me. He was 3rd generation Romany Gypsy from the New Forrest, and that he very rarely had much to say to anyone (being somewhat 'a recluse'). He pointed out 2 particular items that I had, and how much he was drawn to them. He said "I feel that I knew someone would produce these images one day and you must continue to choose your items by instinct". With that, he turned away, and I didn't see him again. It sure did make me think (as I spent 8 - yes 8! hours on Saturday, going through every PDF / pattern / book / magazine that I own - picking out all my new projects). VERY strange, but also quite thought provoking. I'm sure there'll be more to update on, as and when. Kindest Regards, Nick.

They're great Fay. (Can I have mine poached please?)

As mentioned in the other post Graham - welcome to the village. Spend some time here...you'll learn lots. Kindest Regards, Nick (Bridlington - East Coast UK)

Bob...maybe you should climb the tower - I bet you'll be able to see Graham from up there LOL

Hey Bazzer. Welcome to the village. I know Lancs quite well (especially along the canal network). I'd advise a quick 'copy & paste' of your last intro post, and place it as a new one in the 'Introductions' area of the forum. That way more people will catch you and say hello. If you have any questions, just ask and watch everyone jump in to help. Kindest Regards, Nick.

Though you kept yours in your 'Pickernic Basket' Roly LOL

Give me a shout when your new page is up, Rusty...I'll give you a 'Like'. Regards, Nick.

Great page...now 'Liked' Regards, Nick.

Yeah Kevin...we know - LOTS & LOTS of cardboard boxes (with all your other stored work) LOL

Everything's on the Mac, and backed-up on a hard drive. Regards, Nick.

Great work Ron - as usual.

Hey Jean-Marc. I'm going with the EX-30 because some of my work is quite large - but more importantly, I have plans to do larger pieces (they mean more scope to add extra detail, which I love). I'm currently working on my site, but if you want to see examples, try: http://tinkers-cove.com or http://www.flickr.com/photos/119852665@N07/sets Hope this helps, and let me know what you decide. Kindest Regards, Nick.

Ah...that's pretty cool. It's looks spot-on to me. Only problem is...you need to be slightly "off-centre" to fit in around here LOL (just ask Roly)

Welcome Ken - you really couldn't have found a better place to learn. Kindest Regards, Nick - (East Coast UK)

I love this Frank - just my thing. Great work. Kindest Regards, Nick.

Yeah...it looks great Roy - very relaxing, and stunning scenery. Funny what you carry with you from your schooldays eh? Regards, Nick.