Popular Post munzieb Posted December 10, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted December 10, 2017 (edited) I've been working on this for a few weeks. I found the Pattern on Pinterest. The original was a little small so I took it to the UPS store to enlarge. Only problem was the pattern got rasterized. I rather follow a line than an edge and I had to guess the line with the rasterized edge. I did not stack cut because I tend to push too hard and distort the bottom pattern. The pattern is 1/8" BBPW. I cut the oak posts to 3/4" and dato'ed a 1/4" grove on 2 sides with the table saw to accept the pattern and the 1/8" amber Plexiglas. Initially left the protective backing on one side of the Plexiglas but it was too dark. I used parchment paper and glued edges with contact cement to the Plexiglas. I used 1/4" dowels to mount the posts on top and bottom and glued the bottom in place after mounting panels. Top is removable. I had to put a slight taper on the edges of the wooden panels since the grooves were a tight fit. I used a 40 W LED bulb and made sure it was one of the ones that shone both up and down. Some have a high collar that only shine sideways and up. Finish was 2 coats of shellac and 2 coats of lacquer. Used a roller on/off switch. There were many steps to make this project but it has a perfect spot in our hall foyer. In the next few months I'll be holding off on projects. I am having a 24 x 30 detached garage built in the back yard. It will have a small 1/2 bath, HAVC and a 14 x 30 loft. Stubbing water waste and HAVC for future expansion upstairs. Wife wants me out of the garage. Too much dust. The plan I've included will only have one garage door and the lav. on the opposite side. Entrance door will move to front. Still getting price for 2 dormers. Hope to have it done by May but it will depend on HOA AC approval. Edited December 10, 2017 by munzieb neptun, barb.j.enders, New Guy and 12 others 14 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjR Posted December 10, 2017 Report Share Posted December 10, 2017 A whole (hole) bunch of nice work there. munzieb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted December 10, 2017 Report Share Posted December 10, 2017 That is a beauty! Wonderful job. I also envy you your new shop. I'd like something like that although I can't really complain, I get by well enough with my little basement shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted December 10, 2017 Report Share Posted December 10, 2017 Beautiful work on the lamp !.....Looks like a wonderful shop in your future ! danny 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPscroller Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Really nice looking lamp, great job. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birchbark Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 wow awesome looking lamp! Thanks for showing it to us Russell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneG Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 brilliant work, been meaning to do a peacock for some time, may have to head over to pinterest and have a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 2 hours ago, munzieb said: I've been working on this for a few weeks. I found the Pattern on Pinterest. The original was a little small so I took it to the UPS store to enlarge. Only problem was the pattern got rasterized. I rather follow a line than an edge and I had to guess the line with the rasterized edge. I did not stack cut because I tend to push too hard and distort the bottom pattern. The pattern is 1/8" BBPW. I cut the oak posts to 3/4" and dato'ed a 1/4" grove on 2 sides with the table saw to accept the pattern and the 1/8" amber Plexiglas. Initially left the protective backing on one side of the Plexiglas but it was too dark. I used parchment paper and glued edges with contact cement to the Plexiglas. I used 1/4" dowels to mount the posts on top and bottom and glued the bottom in place after mounting panels. Top is removable. I had to put a slight taper on the edges of the wooden panels since the grooves were a tight fit. I used a 40 W LED bulb and made sure it was one of the ones that shone both up and down. Some have a high collar that only shine sideways and up. Finish was 2 coats of shellac and 2 coats of lacquer. Used a roller on/off switch. There were many steps to make this project but it has a perfect spot in our hall foyer. In the next few months I'll be holding off on projects. I am having a 24 x 30 detached garage built in the back yard. It will have a small 1/2 bath, HAVC and a 14 x 30 loft. Stubbing water waste and HAVC for future expansion upstairs. Wife wants me out of the garage. Too much dust. The plan I've included will only have one garage door and the lav. on the opposite side. Entrance door will move to front. Still getting price for 2 dormers. Hope to have it done by May but it will depend on HOA AC approval. Astonishing project more then well done,Incredible job you"ve done here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWSUDEKUM Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Excellently done. I have that pattern and have been cutting it off and on for 3 years. My back can not take the strain of that many cuts at a time. Thanks for sharing this with us. DW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordster Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Beautiful project you have done ghere..too bad about not stack cutting with so many cuts...The garage is also going to be fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 2 hours ago, munzieb said: I've been working on this for a few weeks. I found the Pattern on Pinterest. The original was a little small so I took it to the UPS store to enlarge. Only problem was the pattern got rasterized. I rather follow a line than an edge and I had to guess the line with the rasterized edge. I did not stack cut because I tend to push too hard and distort the bottom pattern. The pattern is 1/8" BBPW. I cut the oak posts to 3/4" and dato'ed a 1/4" grove on 2 sides with the table saw to accept the pattern and the 1/8" amber Plexiglas. Initially left the protective backing on one side of the Plexiglas but it was too dark. I used parchment paper and glued edges with contact cement to the Plexiglas. I used 1/4" dowels to mount the posts on top and bottom and glued the bottom in place after mounting panels. Top is removable. I had to put a slight taper on the edges of the wooden panels since the grooves were a tight fit. I used a 40 W LED bulb and made sure it was one of the ones that shone both up and down. Some have a high collar that only shine sideways and up. Finish was 2 coats of shellac and 2 coats of lacquer. Used a roller on/off switch. There were many steps to make this project but it has a perfect spot in our hall foyer. In the next few months I'll be holding off on projects. I am having a 24 x 30 detached garage built in the back yard. It will have a small 1/2 bath, HAVC and a 14 x 30 loft. Stubbing water waste and HAVC for future expansion upstairs. Wife wants me out of the garage. Too much dust. The plan I've included will only have one garage door and the lav. on the opposite side. Entrance door will move to front. Still getting price for 2 dormers. Hope to have it done by May but it will depend on HOA AC approval. And what a light !!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Munz, that's an outstanding bit of scrolling, it a gorgeous piece. Len Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Oh that is sooooooooooo beautiful. It truly is a work of art. Extremely well done Munz. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 WOW Oh WOW.Thats some Kinda Awesome..Your gonna be so Happy in your New Shop. danny 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smitty0312 Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Whoa!! That is a beautiful piece!! Great patience was needed.....but great talent shines through!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveww1 Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 fantastic job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdatelle Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Beautiful job cutting those out. A lot of work when you didn't stack cut them. Nice going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaughn Posted December 11, 2017 Report Share Posted December 11, 2017 Nice work. It turned out beautifully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted December 18, 2017 Report Share Posted December 18, 2017 Really love that light. Such a pity you couldn't stack cut but your perseverance paid off. It is an exceptional piece. As for your new workshop well let's just say I have turned a very fetching shade of green, Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobscroll Posted December 18, 2017 Report Share Posted December 18, 2017 It looks just fantastic! A piece of art! Thank you for all the photo's, Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted December 18, 2017 Report Share Posted December 18, 2017 That lamp is a work of art! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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