Following patterns

[Bill WIlson]

This is a recently completed project that is an example of one that I would recommend staying as close to the lines as possible.  Very little room for individual interpretation.  

 

[ScollSaw Slasher]

That's a good exercise in cutting different fonts, especially in oak. Yes, one better keep on the line for a good looking project such as this.

[Oscar Myer]

I try to stay on the line as much as possible.  However, I know that at some point while cutting the project I'm going to drift now and then.  I've come to realize that I must ease back onto the line.  I've also corrected my habit of pulling the project from one side or to the other against the blade isn't going to do anything to help getting back on the line.  Perhaps doing this can be chalked up to my newb status.   I've also learned that when I try to fix a "bad cut" after the waste piece comes out can make it even worse.

/Oscar

[Bill WIlson]

52 minutes ago, Oscar Myer said:

I try to stay on the line as much as possible.  However, I know that at some point while cutting the project I'm going to drift now and then.  I've come to realize that I must ease back onto the line.  I've also corrected my habit of pulling the project from one side or to the other against the blade isn't going to do anything to help getting back on the line.  Perhaps doing this can be chalked up to my newb status.   I've also learned that when I try to fix a "bad cut" after the waste piece comes out can make it even worse.

/Oscar

Yea, those are the lessons every scroller needs to learn the hard way.  I've tried to explain the concept to my 10 year old grandson, as I teach him scrolling.  Our instinctive reaction though often overcomes our academic understanding.