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Holy Cow! We hit 5,000 Likes on Facebook! That's sooooo awesome. We have such an amazing community of scrollers here doing amazing work, I can't help but show off your work to the rest of the world. If you haven't followed us on Facebook, please do. You can find that here. If you want to get all of the updates, click the Following button and select "See First" We're also on other social media, including Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest (Pinterest is new, but I'm going to put energy behind it this year). So please follow us there, too. Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Twitter Thanks for following! Let's see if we can break that 10k mark. ;)

Was telling a friend about this Shadylady pattern and he ordered one on the spot, sight unseen. The second one I think I found on Pinterest and it just tickled my fancy. Jeff

Sam Custodio is one pattern maker who makes really nice patterns that are a little on the challenging lines but not too crazy, if you know what I mean. When Sam posted this pattern, it instantly opened a portal in my memory and I knew I would have to cut this pattern just for myself. This particular pattern was more challenging to me then I thought it would be. I am nearly out of blades that I usually use but just did not have the right frame of mind to wait for my blade order to arrive, so I went ahead and cut it anyway. As a result, I found it more of a struggle to cut then I thought it was going to be. I was really unsure about the "scenicruiser" words on the side of the bus because it looked pretty delicate for the blades I was using. Sam had the top of the letters unattached but because of the blades I was using, I extended the tops of the letters so they too were touching solid wood. I cut this in 1/4 inch BB Ply and the same for the backer board. I still need to through some finish on it but that will not change things enough to repost it. I hope this one shakes a few cob webs in the memories of others as it did in mine. Dick heppnerguy

Someone at work asked me about the "Einstein"'s i made for the classrooms and asked if i could make one of, "Sam and Dean"? i replied "Who?" he told me where they were from so i said sure. turns out they were from my daughters favorite show. he then sent me a pattern made for, carving a pumpkin! into Corel i went. 20 minutes of adjustments and printed. i wasn't sure it looked right until i gave one luan to each of my girls. i must have done well!!! it is 10" x 14" and was stacked 4- 1/16" luan sandwiched between 2- 1/8" birch ply with a #3 FD spiral rev and lots of patents. i think the one on the left looks like Michael Myers....

Not an order , something I want to cut today . Still likes the finish !

Addictive peice of jewellery for me to make at this point in time. Partially cause I love wearing them and partially as a result of having 100 peices of wall art taking up space in my house... Need to makes small's.... Got to also get back to making bentwood rings

Dan, I'm thinking that if they last that long, which you indicate will take you to 76 - then you need to figure that they will NOT be the last lights you buy for your shop. My FIL, who is presently 90, and still hiking in the Smokies would tell you that 76 is Young so you might want to plan a second set for another 23 years that would take you to 99.

Birch plywood, 12 x 8 inches (recommended pattern size 15 x 11 inches) pattern by Alex Fox Here is video of cutting and final result

Am glad that the wife just wants one, not too easy to cut, but she said it was beautifu. Happy wife, happy life, should be good for a few more days!!!!!!!!

Big Foot Wood Puzzle Cut On Scroll Saw9.30" High x 6.00" Wide x 3/4" Thick

I upgraded my T8 fluorescent shop lights with new energy-efficient long lasting LED fixtures ...... these are supposed to last 50,000 hours, if I average six hours a day seven days a week in the shop, these will last me right at almost 23 years ...... I will be 76 years old that time ......so they should be the last lights I buy.....

Okay.. Not sure if I had mentioned about me breaking a blade on my old Hawk 220 and the upper arm comes up higher on it than my other Hawk so long story short.. it hit the florescent bulb and busted it.. There was another thread a while back about mag lights and it was mentioned about LED replacements for those circle florescent bulbs.. anyway I did a little research and found that many of them need certain starter ballast either electronic or Magnetic.. I couldn't find any info as to what I have in my light fixture.. ran across this bulb on eBay.. https://www.ebay.com/itm/8-inch-Circline-T9-daylight-LED-relamps-fluorescent-FC8T9-bulb-without-rewiring/222261066257?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 It came in the mail today.. and I have to say it's awesome bright... instant on.. etc etc.. Was a little more money than I was looking to spend since the florescent bulb is only about $6 - 8 and there are other LED's that are cheaper.. if you can figure out what ballast you have.. etc.. The color temp was a lower number than my old light.. but it's still much brighter.. I know this because I have a few more of the same mag lights on my other saws.. Anyway.. just thought I'd share my experience with this bulb.. might have to consider replacing the other bulbs.. if this bulb proves to last a while.. Those old florescent's take a while to get bright out in the cold..

These are some of my new car designs. I decided to create the 56 and 57 after the response I received from the 55. I created all the patterns using Gimp. Hope y’all like em all! I’m working on a 69 YENKO Nova, 55 Chevy Nomad, 69 Dodge Charger, and a 69 Dodge Daytona. I will post pics of them once finished.

I make this portrait with walnoot wood. The pattern is from Aggie.

Yippeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee. Travis free drinks all round from you that is. Roly

Well done Travis.

Hello friends! I have another update on our "out of service" compliance. My Bride says to let you all know your thoughts & prayers are sincerely appreciated. She is doin' well! Happy to be back to work & able see all her friends that come & go at the grocery store. The joy of livin' in a small town. Last friday, we spoke with my Cardiologist on the phone, finally. He told us the clot in my leg is all but gone. He is no longer worried about it. That was good news! And he also told me I could go back to the shop a few days a week! That was even better news, until my nurses that come in got wind of it. Between the three of them, & my Bride, they didn't think my legs were strong enough to stand going to the shop yet. So, I'm still stuck in my chair, doin' their exercises for now. That's probably best, as long as I've been down, & as much pain as I'm experiencing in my legs. My family dr is still adjusting my blood thinners. They tell me it takes awhile to get the numbers where they are supposed to be. As much blood thinner as I've had thru me, you'd think my blood would be nearly water, but it ain't. So, we'll keep messin' with that, I guess Again, thank you for keeping us in your prayers. They are doing their job! We sincerely appreciate them all! Enjoy the day, & God Bless. Brad & Mary Ann.

Lucky you .I have 25' of lights and electric but can't use one foot of it .I'm swamped in wood and personel stuff help help for 2 years now '

Congratulations Travis. You work so hard to promote our hobby and it is paying off, thank you for everything that you do for us. Marg

When I built my shop in 2012.. I bought the T8 fixtures.. but then put in LED bulbs these here.. https://www.menards.com/main/electrical/light-bulbs/led-light-bulbs/sylvania-reg-48-17w-equivalent-linear-daylight-t8-led-bulb-replacement/75062-75042/p-1456889156784-c-7482.htm?tid=7405467454301585160&ipos=2 In 2015 my friend bought from LED light fixtures.. sealed unit I think as he couldn't change the bulb... his stopped working already and he works a full time with overtime job so those lights didn't get much hours before they stopped working.. they had a 5 year warranty.. he took them back and Menards replaced them no questions.. I personally like the option of replaceable bulbs especially when you have different color temp options etc.. I'll never buy a sealed unit unless there is not any other option, LOL

Yeah, I'll be 75 next month so I might get my money's worth out some if I buy them now. But, they will be pricey as I have 7 double light fixtures in my little shop. Oh well, I guess I can't take it with me. Ray

Try this guy he has a lot good videos.

My 1" belt sander is on its last legs. It doesn't owe me any money. It has been one of my "go to" sanders for a lot of my work for many years. But .... Have always wanted an oscillating spindle sander. Have never actually used one - but think it can do the same work and more. So. Am thinking of replacing the 1" belt sander with the oscillating spindle sander - I do not have room in my shop for both. Is this a reasonable swap? The one thing (I think) the spindle sander will NOT do is sharpen metal blades - lawn mower blades, kitchen knives, carving knives, chisels - all of which I do and do well with the 1" belt machine. Far as I know this is the only real downside. What I like about the spindle sander is that it will sand tight curves where the belt leaves me looking for other equipment (dremel, drill press) - despite what I said about metal sharpening I do a lot more wood sanding than metal. Advice??? Thanks, Jay

Pattern makers of the Village I salute you. Portrait cutters of the village I stand in awe of your skill. Below is what Mahendra produced for me and then is my first cutting. I looked closely at the detailing of the pattern and the size of things like the eyes so i decided to use some unknown type of ply to do a practice cut. (the fact that it is minus 3 and snowing and having to set up my table saw outside on the patio to cut down 4ft by 4 ft BB into useable sizes has nothing to do with not having BB to play with) I have done faces before but not real people so it did not matter if there was some small element of cross eyes or mouth too far on one side or the other. Portraits have to be spot on. especially when you like the person. I was reasonably happy with my cutting here especially around the eyes, I got caught out 2 or 3 times where delicate cuts were only done after surrounding supporting wood was cut away. I knew that I would get lots of grain lifting when I remover the tape, but I also noticed how changing the angle of viewing gives you different result. This wood is 5mm and my BB will be 6mm. I've posted two photos of the same wood showing different angle but I dont know if the site will let me upload them due to size. If it does accept the 2 of them, see how some faces show better at one angle than another. [This is probably true of all cuttings but I've never noticed till now.]

Nice job on that Dick. I can see why that would be a tough cut with those words but you did it.

I agree with all the above. I know many 80 plus woodworkers. Ray's post is important. My shop has OSB on the walls and ceiling. Painting it white makes a major difference. I applied Kilz and then 2 coats of flat white. I used cheapo builder's paint. Think it was like $35 for a 5 gallon bucket.

I like those !

Is there a particular font used when making a puzzle? It appears, the puzzles all seem to use the same or similar font. Here is an example of what I'm asking: Thanks in advance

this is the cats butt!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

well i in the dark too as too who they are but you got them head on correct

Thanks Melanie.

I showed the "joy" sign to my wife and told her I could modify it and insert "booth" instead of office. She nixed it! I love it!!!!!! bb

I forgot about the Facebook page. I just went to it and was blown away by all the stuff there to see and read. I loved the video about the marquetry. Ray

Nicely cut Dick. Thanks for sharing this with us. DW

Very nicely done. Thanks for sharing this with us,. DW

Looks good. My wife watched them but I couldn't get interested.

We did not have these "fancy" busses is northern Manitoba when I was growing up, just the regular ones. Great job on this cutting Dick. Jeff

I just realized that I hadn't posted this little fellow. Its a Steve Good pattern. I cut if for my grandson as part of is Birthday present. I think the head is Jeletong but I have no idea what the base is I just know it was very very hard and heavy. Terry turned the pieces to wrap the cord around. Marg

Neat looking project Marg. Jeff

You bet I remember these! Very nice cutting.

Great job Marg Thanks for showing us (Eventually) lol

Nice work Marg,Hope to see more coming soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Having owned many saws from old Deltas to DeWalts to the Hawks and now the EX-21 I picked up late last year.. If I could only have the one saw.. I think I'd choose the EX-21.. I like each saw I have for different reasons and cutting styles.. but the one and only comfortably using saw for every style of cutting i do.. for me.. the Ex21 fits that bill best overall.. Yes there are a couple of things I don't like about the EX too.. But like I said overall it's the simplest and most user friendly saw of all those I have.. for the type of cutting i use the saws for.. If I was stuck doing portrait work all the time in thin stock.. then the Hawk is a nice fit.. If I was cutting thick material and wanting to cut fast.. The Dewalt is my choice. but the Ex will do both of those with ease.. I think you'll be very happy with the EX-21

I have been known to drive around on trash days and check out thrown out woods like furniture the bette grade flurnature had wooden draweers some have solid wood drawers and others have plywood both are usefull. IKE

That is one thing the CL has in my area - lots of junk free - some looks like decent wood after you break it down and get the paint off. Also lots of free bulk wood - usually in old flooring. I just don't have the room for most of this stuff

Brad, I am glad to hear that your lovely bride is doing better and they are allowing her to get. Ack to work some. That alone will be a blessing to her I am sure. I am sure she will still worry about you while she is gone however. Glad to hear you are following Dr’s orders and doing your best as a clot in your leg is nothing to fool with for sure. My continued prayers for both of you and I pray that you will be doing better soon and can get to your saw.

Hoping for the best for you and your wife. My prayers are with you both for a speedy recovery.

I'll be keeping you in prayer. Praying for knowledge for your doctors and a soon recovery for you.

hello friends. I have some news to pass on to you. Mary Ann recently had some tests done on her kidneys. Those come back ok. Last tuesday, she had a nuclear test & CT scan done on her gallbladder. She seen the specialist shortly there after, and he told her he couldn't see any problems. He thought her issues were caused from nerves. So, our family dr has released her from his care for her to go back to work a couple days a week at the grocery store!:) She's happy about that! She hasn't left my side since I had my heart attacks. As far as Me, all we know is there is a clot in my right leg, below the knee. How big, or where its at is still a mystery. I've still got home health nurses comin' in, as I'm still stuck in my chair. They are allowin' me to get up & walk some, go to the bathroom by myself, to the table, things like that, but for the most part, I'm still readin' what all of you are up to, followin' drs orders, & prayin' for better health. Thank you again for all your prayers & thoughts. We sincerely appreciate everyone of you! keep them comin'! better days are gettin' closer, I hope. God Bless!

Prayers going up. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. James 5:16