Popular Post Foxfold Posted August 22, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 22, 2021 I've always 'cut' as a hobby. Something to keep me entertained through my retirement. I've usually cut whatever took my fancy. I enjoy seeing 'something' appear out of what is essentially a plain piece of wood, it gives me lots of pleasure. However, I was asked to do this for a friends wife, but, not only that, I was told on Saturday evening that it's her birthday on Wednesday so would it be ready by then ??? I've cut a 'simpler' version of what was required. I must admit though that 'rushing' to get it cut/glued/oiled/varnished. was not enjoyable. This picture is what I've done today, and the pieces are just resting on top of one another. I now have a tremendous respect for those that do this for a living. Cutting to order and working to deadlines is not for me. I take my hat off to all those 'workers' out there. !! JimErn, ben2008, GusGustin and 22 others 25 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankEV Posted August 22, 2021 Report Share Posted August 22, 2021 You did a great job. Your friend and his wife will be thrilled. Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted August 22, 2021 Report Share Posted August 22, 2021 It was worth the stress,,, that is a great piece.. I don't like cutting something that is requested even it there is no dead line!! meflick and Foxfold 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted August 22, 2021 Report Share Posted August 22, 2021 Really nice job Brenda, it is sure to please! I do cut to sell but, I don’t take special orders. Since I still work, I never know when I can get it done. Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meflick Posted August 22, 2021 Report Share Posted August 22, 2021 A beautiful piece and sure to be treasured. Like you, I prefer to cut and create for my own Enjoyment. Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RabidAlien Posted August 23, 2021 Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 Very nicely cut! Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dak0ta52 Posted August 23, 2021 Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 Even though you felt pushed, you did a great job. I do take commissions but I tell the client that the project will be done in my own time. I only get to saw on the weekends and that's after I've mowed the grass (6 acres), taken care of animals and what ever honey-dos are on the list. Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveww1 Posted August 23, 2021 Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 that's beautiful, fantastic job Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe W. Posted August 23, 2021 Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 You cut out a really good pose with an attitude. I like it. Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockytime Posted August 23, 2021 Report Share Posted August 23, 2021 I like whimsical projects. You did it beautifully! Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted August 24, 2021 Report Share Posted August 24, 2021 You did a beautiful job, I hope they appreciate it. I would have said no to so short a deadline, it puts me off. Marg Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GusGustin Posted September 27, 2021 Report Share Posted September 27, 2021 that's VERY nice !!!! Where did that pattern come from ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxfold Posted September 27, 2021 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2021 23 minutes ago, GusGustin said: that's VERY nice !!!! Where did that pattern come from ? Not 100% but I think it's an H.Botas pattern. GusGustin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted September 28, 2021 Report Share Posted September 28, 2021 I feel a lot like you do. I do not do sales but sell a little of my finished pieces on line, every now and then. I tried a craft show when I first started scrolling, only because my daughter wanted me to, but quickly found out that cutting a series of items just to make some extra money, took the fun out of what I was doing and made 'work' out of my pleasures. I would much rather take a request and cut it rather than make things that may or may not sell. I did ok on the money end but never was happy about the time I had spent on several of the same pieces that I brought back as left overs. That is a beautifully done giraffe piece you did. I have a granddaughter that likes giraffes a lot and I have made her several different ones. She always loves them and has a giraffe wall of my work. Dick heppnerguy Foxfold 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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