Leopard Cut

[Insane Dust Maker]

My latest cut is the Russ Beard Leopard, this is my fifth cut, it took me about between 40-50 hours to cut, to time is not an issue.

The pattern was cut on a highly modified Marlet Scroll Saw (your Wen) using 1/4” Prime Ply Grade B/BB. Used approximately 4 Doz Niqua #1 & 2 Blades ( not much choice where I live). Finished with Rustins Danish Oil, then two coats Medium Oak wood stain, and the a final coat of clear Matt varnish. 
The frame is going to be pine if I can find straight pieces most of our pine looks like gem clips, once the frame is made I want to burn it with a blow torch and brush it with a wire brush until I’ve got a true rustic Africa feel to it and apply sanding sealer and some Gloss Clear Varnish.

[Charlie E]

Great job! I like the way you did the stain. 

[Dak0ta52]

Beautiful piece, Don. I agree with Charlie that the stain on the leopard really makes the subject stand out.

[spirithorse]

Excellent cut and I am also very impressed with the way you stained it,
Thanks for sharing and God Bless! Spirithorse

[Fish]

Very nice!

[pet-design]

Very well done! I like the pattern and the terrific cutting and finishing as well.

[daveww1]

terrific job

[wombatie]

Awesome work, beautiful coloring.

Marg

[danny]

Wow!  The Pattern Maker made the Fur look pretty close to real. 

And your Scrolling is Outstanding....  Danny  :+}

[Insane Dust Maker]

Thanks everyone, looking forward to the next cut.

[heppnerguy]

this is a  really nicely done project, all the way. Your extra effort with the stain brought it to look like a photograph. Thanks for posting it for us all to enjoy

Dick

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