RichieB Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Hi all, this was cut from a lovely piece Yew, a wood I love working with. Hope you like it. Richie bobscroll and lawson56 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clayton717 Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Excellent cutting. I like the piece of yew you choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChelCass Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Beautiful Richie, Is that going to be a christmas present?? Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 It looks like it took a real scroll saw craftsman to knock out this one.I've never run across yew yet.Your blending the too thought out pieces makes for one great looking project Richie,keep up the great work .hows scroll saw sales over there in BOURNEMOUTH ENGLAND CHAP? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWSUDEKUM Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Very nicely done Richie. Thanks for sharing this with us. DW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penquin Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Great looking work, never hear of Yew before but love the color. Don't think we have it here in Southern California. jim penquin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Scroller Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Richie that's beautiful I love sea horses they fascinate me. Roly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobscroll Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Very nice Richie, It looks really nice!, Thanks for showing, Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaPa50707 Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 That looks awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
multitom Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 Great looking piece! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefie Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 Thats a great looking piece Richie, the blue clock face works well with the colour of Yew. I just spent 3 months looking for some planks of Yew 2" thick, It's hard to find any that hasn't got loads of bark inclusion, holes or little cracks all over it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankorona Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 Beautiful job, looks great, thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 I too have never seen Yew wood before. Is it native to where you live or is it imported ? I not only like the piece you made but I too really like the choice you made with the clock face, it adds interest to the final piece. Glad you posted it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 I love it. The blue clock looks like the jewel in the crown. Awesome work. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 Awesome piece.I have never seen Yew myself,I have heard of it,but never seen it.It looks to be a Beautiful wood.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 Interesting wood. Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieB Posted October 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2013 I thought as so many of you have not worked with YEW, this beautiful yet frustrating wood, I'd give you a bit more info. It is frustrating because it has hidden splits and ingrown bark which very often don't show until you are well into the project. But the final finish is worth all this waste and expense. printer friendly Yew Short Description Coniferous wood Description The yew can be found in western, southern and central Europe, Asia Minor and North Africa. It does not occur in North or Eastern Europe. The yew is the oldest native conifer and its seven species constitute their own family (Taxaceae). In Europe the European or common yew is most common. It can grow to a height of 20 metres. In addition several dozen different special decorative variants with different forms have been cultivated. The trees can grow to several hundred years old. All parts of the tree with the exception of the red, fleshy seed-covering of the fruits contain the poison Taxin, that can lead to life-endangering illness to both animals and humans. In the Middle Ages, the yew was very widespread and many place names bear testimony to the trees existence. Its hard and elastic wood was highly valued for making longbows and crossbows. The demand for yew wood has waned considerably and many trees were felled due to its poisonous nature. It attained popularity again as a decorative plant in gardens in the 18th Century but has never reached its original levels. Old yew trees are often protected as natural monuments. Larger areas can be found in nature reserves in Eichsfeld in Thuringia, Germany or near Weilheim in Upper Bavaria. Yew trees are most commonly found in parks and cemeteries. The thin sapwood is yellowish-white, the heartwood reddish to red-brown. It darkens considerably. Density 0.65 g/cm3 Properties Yew wood is heavy, very hard and firm, tough and elastic. It is not susceptible to shrinkage and has good stability. The wood is resistant to weather and not susceptible to fungal or insect infestation. Usage It can be peeled or sliced and with some limitations it can be carved and turned. Surface finishing is straightforward. It can be stained or painted. Dimensions Yew is available as round or sawn timber. As it is not very widespread it is only available in small quantities on the market, and at a high price. Applications - Veneer - Turning and carving - Sculpting - Musical instruments Recommend musterkiste | Contact | Imprint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tdub4ever Posted October 18, 2013 Report Share Posted October 18, 2013 That's an awesome piece Richie. Is there a dowell holding the horse to the base? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichieB Posted October 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2013 That's an awesome piece Richie. Is there a dowell holding the horse to the base? Yes there is. Richie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smitty0312 Posted October 19, 2013 Report Share Posted October 19, 2013 That is a great piece of art! Thanks for sharing your talent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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