Firefly

[Maecy1986]

Hi all! First time here, brand new to this whole thing, and finding myself currently addicted to this new hobby. My grandpa gifted me one of his scroll saws a few weeks ago. I've been waiting years because I love his work. So he taught me the basics - how to use the saw, blades, patterns (very different from my wood burning process), sent me here for tips and told me to start small. That last part I'm not so great at, so I know this has some rough edges, but I am pretty excited with my first project. You all have such beautiful work I thought I'd share too. 

Many lessons learned - number one- glow paint is not as cool as I hoped (very goopy) and I'm super excited to start my next project.

[FrankEV]

WElcome to the SVV. 

Nice first project...well done.

Just a suggestion, remember most often scroll saw projects are all about the wood and contrast between the cut and backer (when used).   

Oh, BTW, you forgot the apostrophe in the work "can't" .
 

Edited November 8, 2020 by FrankEV

[ike]

I like to see the grain in my work, I never paint my work I like to use danish oil it brings out the grain

IKE

[daveww1]

very nice job

[RabidAlien]

First scroll project, first post.....and you choose "Firefly"?

 

SHINY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

 

Keep that hanging in a position of pride in your shop or room somewhere, and refer back to it often to see the progress you make as you go, you'll be amazed at how your skills advance!  For a starter, this is excellent!!!

[meflick]

What a great grandfather to share his love of the scroll saw and to gift you one of his saws. Treasure it and learn all you can from him and this site. Congratulations on finishing your first project. Remember, everyone has an opinion and different likes but it is your art you are crafting so create what speaks to you. Keep up your work and keep learning and don’t be afraid to try new things or new ideas.  

[amazingkevin]

It took me years to transform from printing to script and you do it right off the bat!!!  I would say you could do anything with that scroll saw. We love pictures of your saw too!!!

[dgman]

Welcome to the Village Maecy! It is a very interesting project for sure depicting Serenity from the Firefly show. I occasionally go back and watch when I can find it. You have done a great job creating and cutting your plaque! We are here to help and support you and please, continue showing your work!

[Maecy1986]

4 hours ago, ike said:

I like to see the grain in my work, I never paint my work I like to use danish oil it brings out the grain

IKE

I have been seeing a lot of that. I'm very much transitioning the type of work I do. I will try the oil though because I do love the natural look. Do you have to seal it afterwards or does the oil do all that on its own?

[oldhudson]

Welcome aboard. Interesting first project (I enjoyed that series very much), did you make the pattern or get it from someone? The subject matter and how you choose to finish (paint, stain, oil, gloss, dull, etc.) any project is, unless you're working on commission, up to you.

[Gordon 121]

Nice job for your first time, starting of try to cut things you like the look of it doesn't have to be complicated to be good, never be afraid to ask questions on here it is a wealth of knowledge, if you want any patterns give me a shout if I have it then it is yours, enjoy 

[wombatie]

Welcome to the Village first of all.  Interesting project but I have no idea what it's supposed to be.    Great start anyway. 

Marg

[Foxfold]

20 hours ago, Maecy1986 said:

I will try the oil though because I do love the natural look. Do you have to seal it afterwards or does the oil do all that on its own?

Danish Oil is an oil + laquer mix so nothing else required.

Welcome to the Village, enjoy your journey. 

[Maecy1986]

On 11/8/2020 at 10:21 AM, oldhudson said:

Welcome aboard. Interesting first project (I enjoyed that series very much), did you make the pattern or get it from someone? The subject matter and how you choose to finish (paint, stain, oil, gloss, dull, etc.) any project is, unless you're working on commission, up to you.

Thank you. No, I usually make my own patterns, usually for burning. Remembering connections in scroll is a learning curve at the moment.