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These items which involve a little bit of intarsia were designed by Steve Good. They can be ordered with personalized names at his web site for the great value of $2 per pattern. I made a dog ornament for one of my daughters and a cat ornament for the other. The dark wood is 7mm thick Walnut and the light wood is 5mm thick Avodire. After assembly, I sprayed them with two coats of rattle can clear gloss urethane.

Finally finished up a couple pics both by neptun. The frames I made are from redwood with maple splines. 3 coats of tung oil/satin poly/mineral spirits equally mixed on the frame. 2 coats of thinned shellac on the pic. Still a rookie at both but getting better. Don't look to close!

The Christmas tree was a request from a very good friend, she wants to display all the Christmas decorations that I made for them over the years. The star at the top of the tree is a pattern from Russell (Birchbark), Thanks Russell it came out great and the receiver really like it so big bonus. The other items are different things that I cut this week, getting ready for Christmas and less than one month before we leave for Arizona. The cactus are not finish yet, will drill holes and insert round toothpicks in them, will do that when I get in AZ (gift for the place we stay at).

I finished this on the weekend. I have never done anything like this. It was easy and different. The hardest part of the project was the months..Will be giving it to the customer tomorrow. . Thanks for looking and stay safe and warm. It is snowing here Yuck.. This is a Sue Mey pattern. Mimi

Going to try this from my phone. I have been doing a little cutting getting gifts ready. Some of these are consigned to a scholarship fund where I will get $1 each from each piece to cover some expense and the balance to the fund. In the third picture, there is a quarter in the center for perspective.

Had a request for some scrabble tiles....I was on “auto pilot”....lol

Ahha! I think I found it! God Bless! Spirithorse http://scrollsawworkshop.blogspot.com/2017/04/jesus-cross-scroll-saw-pattern.html

My personal input here....I had a Delta Unisaw 20 years ago. I loved it. My only problem was space. I wasn't able to have a good outfeed table so that was a problem. I did put in a dedicated 220 volt circuit for my saw and a small air compressor. I absolutely loved the enclosed base. The motor was not in the way at all. I installed a dust collection on it so dust was not a factor. When I bought the saw, I also bought the Unifence system with it. In looking back I wish I had bought the Biesemeyer fence instead. Mainly because of all the ways that accessories and clamps can be used with it. If I was to do it again, I'd probably look around for a good used Unisaw. I wouldn't buy a new one simply because I have lost confidence in Delta as an equipment mfgr. They are just not the same company that they once were. There are many used saws around. Just do your homework and check them out for excessive wear. Make sure the belts are in good shape and always replace them as a set.

Cut out a fun little Nativity and some Christmas trees today.

Have been very busy lately doing other things but now have time to do some scrolling again & some relaxation time with my saw.Had an order for this one & the customer said he would take as many as I could make for him. He wants anything to do with cars ,motorbikes & hot rods. He wants to line the walls of his office with them so I am going to be busy for quite some time.Thanks to Grampa for the pattern

The race to the finish line... Today was Mythical Day. Five Saturday events in a row coming up starting tomorrow. The weather forecast looks great for tomorrow and next Saturday, just need 3 more good weather days after that and end the season/year on a good note.

Finished these ornaments today just in time for tomorrows show. I reduced them to 70%, from the original 100%. Thanks Bob for the patterns.

I'm looking to buy a table saw possibly... and since I really don't have a lot of experience with a table saw was looking for tips on what I should get.. any certain brands to look for or look out for, LOL.. One of the local tool suppliers carries Saw Stop ? or something like that brands... Not looking for a small portable saw like I have.. looking for something with some quality.. Oh.. would rather buy local and not have something shipped.. as semis won't come down my road for freight orders, Found that out the hard way with my Grizzly band saw, LOL Shoulda seen me trying to fit that into my trunk out at the main road..

Try running your blade higher in the cut. I was always taught to run the blade about 3/8" above the work as a safety factor. Now I'm running the blade at least 1 1/4 " above the work. I find the blade runs cooler. There are safety considerations, maybe this isn't for you. Using a riving knife to reduce kickback has been mentioned. It will reduce the incidence of kickback but not eliminate it. Good idea to have one. Mark

I found a great looking Rockwell 14" bandsaw model number 28-200 for $350. I'm very tempted. THAT'S when they were still making good stuff.

I go to Johnson's a couple times a month.. my go to store for BBply and other assorted things.. which is the store I mentioned carries the Saw Stop brand.. and well... others too.. but for table saws.. they pretty much only have the saw stop brand on the show room floor... I was at Lowes a while back and they have a really nice looking Delta saw.. not sure what it is since I really don't know much about these saws.. never really knew the difference between a cabinet or contractor saw.. but certainly not the entry level tradesman saw I'm currently using, LOL.. I don't use a table saw a lot... but some of the reason is because I'm limited on what my saw can do too... Looking to do some cutting boards and other types of woodwork besides just scroll sawing... my knowledge of other woodwork is limited.. I doubt I could build a square box and have it really be square, LOL at least with the tools I currently use..

I have the Sawstop PCS and it is a high quality cabinet saw. I had another cabinet saw but decided with the wife that the safety features were worth it as I get older. When I was thinking of getting one I had a discussion with my wife and explained the cost and safety features. She quickly responded. "How soon can you get one?" Many will tell you that if you stay alert and follow all safety stuff you do not need it....No! It only takes a second of not paying attention. I want the extra safety of the saw. I have been using a table saw over 40 years and never an accident but I still felt like it was a good investment. Yes, not cheap but worth it to me.

Factors to consider, beyond budget and the Sawstop safety feature, which are discussions unto themselves. Dust collection - The open stands on contractor saws don't lend themselves well to good dust collection. Riving knife - The riving knife is an important safety feature. It one doesn't want to go full Monty with the SawStop, then one should at least get a saw with a riving knife. left or right tilt blade - This is mostly a product of personal tastes and/or what one is already accustomed to. 120V or 220V - Larger saws with larger motors have more power, but often require, or at least work best, with 220V power. If you need to add a circuit, figure that into the overall costs. table size/fence rail length/footprint - You mention that size isn't really an issue, but if you don't necessarily need 52" rip capacity, then no point in getting the longest rails available. Also, cabinet/hybrid saws have the motor contained within the enclosure, while contractor saws have it hanging out the back. If you want to have an outfeed table, it's a little easier with a cabinet/hybrid saw.

its reading like a contractor saw is what you may be interested in. even if you went cabinet saw you could put it on a mobile base to move it when necessary. i cant give much advise on which brand to lok at as mine is a circa early 2000's delta 36-441 contractor saw. if you could find one new in box id say go for it. but i doubt thats happening as i got mine on clearance about 2006. one thing i would suggest is a belt drive over direct drive. and take a roadtrip to johnsons workbench. it looks like they have quite a showroom and carry jet,rikon,delta, powermatic and SS. unisaws and PM 66's are in lots of shops. which i just canceled out the contractor saw there.

Space isn't a huge problem... I have a two car type floor space for the lower section of my shop.. BUT.. that said I really want to try to keep one bay open for the ease of just being able to pull a car in if it needs repairs.. without having to move my whole shop out of the way to do so, LOL.. right now I am using about a half of the one bay.. and if I sell off a few un-needed scroll saws I'd have a lot more room.. Money isn't going to be a huge problem either.. but I do want to be realistic to.. I'm not looking for a huge saw to take up the rest of my shop space.. Really just wanting a GOOD saw where I can do rip cuts for a nice smooth edge for doing glue ups.. The cheap saw I'm using now has way too much run-out and using a good thin kerf blade gets hot and is burning the edges.. so I only run one board through with my new feud blade and I took the blade off.. not wanting to ruin the blade or anymore wood, LOL...

You can get kickback on any saw. Sawstop will not prevent it. Many things come into play when talking kickback. Fence, runout of arbor, blade, feed position and so on.

Oh Kevin that is a big investment if you are thinking full size floor model saw. A couple things you have to ask yourself. How large of a saw do I want and have the space for. Do you want a cabinet saw or contractors saw or hybrid. Is the safety feature all that important to you to add about $500 to price tag> You are looking at $2000 to $3000 for a Sawstop saw. The cartridges and replacement of blades could get expensive if you keep firing that safety feature. There are work arounds it and the idea of not getting cut is a huge factor. I can break down saws for you in detail if you like. The top 3 saws on the market are Sawstop, Delta, Powermatic if you are talking full size.

I have a Jet contractor saw bought it new in 1999. It's had a lot of use and I've had no problems with it. I wish I had bought the bigger fence though sometimes 30 inches is not enough.

I've had a Delta unisaw for over 20 years and have been very happy with it. Happily cuts anything I can push thru it. If you're patient, you can come across deals on good used ones. If I were ever going to replace it, it would be with a sawstop just for the safety factor. Best of luck with your search.

I agree.. years ago on the forums I was on there was some folks buying the Delta P-20 and the Q3 scroll saws and then Delta went belly up or was bought out and they stopped making scroll saws.. there was at least a half dozen folks that had issues with the saws still under warranty and the parts was no longer available.. Only thing Delta offered was a discount on a few new saws still left in circulation which was the lower end 16" saw they had a lot of trouble with.. .. so in my mind.. the 5 year warranty on their current new saw is probably about as good as how far you can pick the saw up and throw it... That all said though.. I'm pretty sure Delta was bought out by some other company and this may not be the case any more?? I'd still be cautious with their tools though.. unless you're getting a real bargain like free or close to that with no expectations..

He is one the the people I follow and did not see it when I looked. He does some really nice items.

Ray, what is the part number? Sometimes I find odd parts or a superseded number by searching the part number.. sometimes it takes some digging.. I do agree with you 100% about Delta.. which is why I don't deal with anything Delta made new or used.. same deal with my Delta jointer... lucky for me I was able to bypass the Variable speed... but otherwise it would just go to a landfill..

My dewa;t went on the fritz after 4 years and I bought a delta for $400 they are Warranted for 5 year.

Pictures of this show

Made this Leopold bench today for a Nebraska fan......hope they like it....logo is the only scrolling.....2x8 construction grade lumber....hand brush painted(2 coats).....comments as always...ty

Some of my latest cuts, all patterns by @neptun. Love the bear pattern, only 11 cuts. Jeff

Thank You!!! I thought it was a Steve Good pattern. Interesting that it is not on his catalogue page http://www.stevedgood.com/catalog/index.php Thanks again, maybe I am not losing my mind!!! Jim

They are so Cool!! Awesome job!!

Thanks for all the comments.It has given me a lot to think about. I will keep The Village Informed. And to All The Vets Happy Veterans Day!!!I know it was yesterday,but we are Honoring them today as well.Thank You!!

Ray they change those out to a quick release lever now adays if they break. There are many Delta parts dealers on the net just have to google for what you want. 2011 Delta sold their division and was taken over by a chineses company. They moved part of the headquarters to South Carolina. have to say I have a shop full of Delta tools and of course they are older tools but I would not hesitate to buy Delta again. It is a crap shoot of who owns these companies today. People love Wen and I would not get with 2 feet of a wen product. Grizzly gets high marks but again would not touch them All Chineses made too. Good luck in your quest. If you ever need another part let me know and I will locate it or give you a little insight as to what can be done. As I said those tension knobs are an old system that has been long replaced.

Excellent cuts! Thanks for sharing and God Bless! Spirithorse

I think that is my Etsy site.

Jessica has her paint’s out again and with mummy’s help she brightnened Santa’s day. We will frame it next.

Nice simple, robust design and the Logo turns it into a piece of art. I like it.

You are doing really nice work Ron! Thank you for posting, Bob

hat turned out great, Dan !

If you have a Rockler or woodcraft nearby, give them a call. I bought mine from rockler and they knocked $100 off for being a floor model. Had about 20 hrs on it.

I would call grizzly direct first. I've heard from a friend that they were months behind. Nothing in stock.

Craigslist can be good. If you are on FacePlant Facebook, check out Marketplace - like Craigslist, but you can see who is selling because they have a FB page. Look for a Hawk or Hegner (I love my Hegner).

Check Grizzly. They were selling the Dewalt with stand and light for $399.99 and free shipping. Can't beat that deal.

Look at the Delta for less $$. My DeWalt 788 died 6 months ago and I bought a Delta from Home Depot. 5 year warranty. So far so good! bb

I usually don't do holiday-themed stuff....holidays are just another date on the calendar for me, for the most part....some of them come with an extra day or so off work to play in the garage (if my wife allows).

Great work. If you don't get in over your head every now and then, you will never know the depths of what you are capable of.

These are my 5 grandkids. They are all older now but I still think of them as being little. Makes me feel old when I look at them.

First pic is of me holding my grandson. Second pic is of my son and his family. I just moved from Sacramento to Kansas City, so I could live near them. I love living here!