wombatie Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 This is not a Brag as such. At the start of the year Travis asked what we would be doing in 2015 or something like that, 2 of the things that I mentioned that I wanted to have a go at were cutting very thin Stainless Steel and doing an Intarsia project. Well I have not done the Intarsia yet but that will happen soon. Anyway I got out my piece of Stainless Steel the other day and cut this. Has you can see its not the best but I was pretty happy with it. Well my daughter gave me a small piece of Copper yesterday so out I went today and had a go at cutting it, and I must say I am thrilled with the way they turned out. The Copper was slighter thicker than the stainless steel which I think helped a lot. I know that these little jig saw pieces are not of the same caliber as the coins people cut, but to me they are priceless it's like beginning my scroll saw hobby all over again. So it's true we are never too old to learn. Marg LarryEA, hippi, Rob Roy and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 Marg, Those are great pieces. I like that you are sticking to your (sort of New Years resolutions). I can't wait to see where you are going with this new found art. I will also be sending you an really easy intarsia pattern so you can make your first piece of intarsia. I am excited to be a part of that effort Dick heppnerguy Scrolling Steve, wombatie and Rob Roy 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Scroller Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 Marg what blade are you using to cut those.? Roly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryEA Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 Marg what blade are you using to cut those.? Larry & Roly Congratulations on your new/old hobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 Marg props to you for trying new materials!.......Keep up the good work and be sure to share the Intarsia project with us.......Scroll On! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 You are doing good, now you will have to try a picture,and when you do show us a picture. thanks for showing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamminjack Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 Marge looks like you are opening up a new chapter in your scrolling book. Keep thinking outside the box. You might start a whole new fad for scrolling. Got to go and set my cherrio's on fire. Have a blessed day Jamminjack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 Great job. Can't wait to see your intarsia when your done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Roy Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 This is not a Brag as such. At the start of the year Travis asked what we would be doing in 2015 or something like that, 2 of the things that I mentioned that I wanted to have a go at were cutting very thin Stainless Steel and doing an Intarsia project. Well I have not done the Intarsia yet but that will happen soon. Anyway I got out my piece of Stainless Steel the other day and cut this.2015-02-09 15.07.53.jpg Has you can see its not the best but I was pretty happy with it. Well my daughter gave me a small piece of Copper yesterday so out I went today and had a go at cutting it, 2015-02-13 12.18.44.jpg and I must say I am thrilled with the way they turned out. The Copper was slighter thicker than the stainless steel which I think helped a lot. I know that these little jig saw pieces are not of the same caliber as the coins people cut, but to me they are priceless it's like beginning my scroll saw hobby all over again. So it's true we are never too old to learn. Marg A nice wee bit of tartan Marg. . You'll find the copper a lot easier to cut since it's much softer than the steel, but you made a good job of both for a first attempt. They're very good. Keep at it Marg. . Rob Roy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 I know you've been cutting things but not posting them??? That's ok but thanks for showing these.Since you got your new saw we haven't seen much coming in the village??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 I'm anxious to see where this is going. Are you gearing up to cut coins? I love that stuff and want try it some day. One thing that troubles me about it is do the metal filings have any adverse effect on a saw? They would be very fine fillings that look to me would not be good for it. Any one know the answer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 I have thought aboutcutting coinsbut never got around to it. I know that Olsons has a mettle cutting blade, which might be a big help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 I've cut lots of metals ,stainless,copper ,aluminum.sheet metal no problems .But what did worry me was some cement board letters i cut and alot of them ,that dust was atrocious .Felt like valve grinding compound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted February 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2015 Marg what blade are you using to cut those.? Roly Marg what blade are you using to cut those.? Larry & Roly They are 2/0 Jewelers Blades. I got them from Gemcuts www.gemcuts.com.au I just got the budget ones and they cut very nicely. Marg Phantom Scroller 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted February 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2015 Thanks everyone not sure where I am going with it yet but I do know it won't be cutting coins not really into that sort of thing. I'm sure I will come up with something sooner or later. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted February 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2015 I know you've been cutting things but not posting them??? That's ok but thanks for showing these.Since you got your new saw we haven't seen much coming in the village??? No Kevin I always post when I make something new, I just don't post when its something that is already in my gallery. Most of last year seemed to be taken up with making Christmas ornaments which you had all seen, and I must admit it was a nice little money earner. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab4 Posted February 14, 2015 Report Share Posted February 14, 2015 Hi Marg: Nice cutting and thought process. How hard would it be to cut an initial into the puzzle piece I'm thinking for a necklace and/or possible earrings after a nice smooth sanding. Either way, they look good Thanks for showing us Fab4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted February 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 15, 2015 Hi Marg: Nice cutting and thought process. How hard would it be to cut an initial into the puzzle piece I'm thinking for a necklace and/or possible earrings after a nice smooth sanding. Either way, they look good Thanks for showing us Fab4 It would not be hard at all to cut an initial in the center of a jig saw piece, thanks for the idea, I will try to keep it in a safe place. The idea not the jig saw piece. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson's Woodworking Posted February 16, 2015 Report Share Posted February 16, 2015 WOW I would hate to cut stainless with a scroll saw! That stuff is tough to machine without the proper feeds and speeds. Great Job Marge!!!!! :thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsN Posted February 17, 2015 Report Share Posted February 17, 2015 Do you sandwich the metal between thin pieces of wood? I found it to be very helpful when cutting metal to keep the edges from catching on the blade and bending. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted February 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 WOW I would hate to cut stainless with a scroll saw! That stuff is tough to machine without the proper feeds and speeds. Danny this stainless steel was extremely thin and very bendable. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted February 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 Do you sandwich the metal between thin pieces of wood? I found it to be very helpful when cutting metal to keep the edges from catching on the blade and bending. No Kate I didn't this time but I may next time, depending on what I am cutting and what its for. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsN Posted February 18, 2015 Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 I find that using the sandwiching technique really helps with the annoying bendable quality of thin metals. give it a try if you get a chance. wombatie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bendita Posted February 18, 2015 Report Share Posted February 18, 2015 Marg what blade are you using to cut those.? Roly What blade are you using ? Larry , Roly and Moe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Scroller Posted February 19, 2015 Report Share Posted February 19, 2015 What blade are you using ? Larry , Roly and Moe Hans Marg said below on page 1 . They are 2/0 Jewelers Blades. I got them from Gemcuts www.gemcuts.com.au I just got the budget ones and they cut very nicely. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.thumb.jpg.95d348aa76923344a5cab534cc1b3bc1.jpg)
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.