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I vape and I was at the shop talking to the owner. He asked how my recovery was going and we talked about what I was doing while off work. Long story short! He asked if I could do one of his logos and I said YEP, EASY. I can have it tomorrow. He said when I bring it in, find something in the store for trade. We will continue to adorn his shop. Here it is!

One of my nephews has been working so hard to become a Doctor and has finally made it. He will be moving up to St. Joseph Michigan on mid June. He wanted to spend some time with his uncle and learn to scroll. Here are his firsts

Something unusual - Mechanical Heart size - 7,5 x 6,5 inch, 1/8 thickness Mechanical Heart Pattern and short video of making (YouTube)

This is No 10 for my best customer.The pattern is by Noel from the Scrollers Cafe.Sorry put this in the wrong section again.

Easy cutting and assembly....but beautiful tole painting by my talented wife!!

This is the first video I have ever done so don't expect much. This was my setup at the festival the last weekend in April. It was a 2 1/2 day event. It is usually attended by around 200,000 people. It was my first year to participate. Booth rental was $350, which to me was really pricey. My spot was under a large canopy so I didn't have to worry about the rain. At the end of the event I decided it was a bargain. Art show.mp4

Just finished my remembrance lantern, it's the same Steve good pattern just modified a little VID_20190506_214050.mp4

I received my 1/8" Baltic Birch ply from E Bay 20 piece pack 12x12 for $31 plus free shipping, it is really nice wood no blotches and grain looks good also.

Scrolling is certainly your calling Dave, you are a natural, everything you do is spot on. Well done. Marg P.S. You have a small Star Wars wordart on the left hand side, could you tell me where you got the pattern from please? Cheers.

The passing of a loved one is always an earth shaking event and people often send flowers, lamps, wreaths and other items to help sooth the pain. This table sign might help by offering comfort to the situation. Mine is cut from Sapele wood, a nice soft chocolate wood, and as usual I used the off cut to make an improvised layered base. The top layer and sign were then mounted on a piece of maple. Done in a fine wood it makes an impressive display piece. In my newsletter I also explain how you can use other cut off pieces to make your bases and signs really stand out. If you haven't signed up for my newsletter, please do so in the form at the top of my Free Pattern Page, where you can also download this free pattern:

Here's another car name and shape made as a table ornament sign. I wanted to give a traveling effect to this sign so I placed it upon an off cut from another sign and made it look like the long and winding road. I cut the sign from 1/4" birch ply and the base is cut from Sapele and both are given a coat of clear seal. I put a second picture up so you can get a better idea of what the base looks like. Free Pattern:

OOPS! I said I bought 4X8' but should have said 2X4'. Old age does that.

Sometimes it's labeled Birch plywood. (Not Baltic Birch, just Birch ply) Sometimes labeled underlayment. I find mine in the areas where Poplar and Oak is found in various lengths. 1/4" Baltic Birch is 4 or 5 ply. The 3/16" is 3 ply. Even so it cuts nicely, using a #1 Pegas MG blade I found little tear out on back and finishes well. Results for others may vary.

I guess that's why I buy 3/16" underlayment for real cheap. 4X8 about $12. I can afford to waste it. Surface looks just like the pricey stuff from Woodcraft.

If you get that. Go for the 20 sheets at 12x24 for same price. This way if you need it bigger you got it. Or you can cut some 8x 12 and get three out of one . Just a thought

Here is my nephews mothers day gift to his wife!

Love that Les. A lot of detail there.

terrific job

Unbelievable Dave with the quality of your work. But inquiring minds want to know! Did you sell that inlaid box that you showed off a few weeks ago that got so many raves from the troops.

Oh wow that is really impressive. Great team work. Marg

Another fabulous Peter creation for his wall. Excellent work. Marg

Thanks for the kind words. Sorry......I did not take any more pictures.

nice job. I can see why its one of your top sellers. grizz

That looks terrific!

WOW! I love that. When I was 16 I had a 1938 knuckle head Harley. A real beater but lots of fun!

great work!

Went to the Dr. today, he said everything was looking good and to come out of the sling. Now for Strength Therapy. nothing over two pounds and no overhead work. A scroll saw isn't over my head!!! hahahaha

Dave, Your display is FABULOUS! Seriously! It is clean, not cluttered but yet you have many different items displayed! I love it! Good job! I just wish I had that much time to spend in my shop to make everything I hope or would like to try to make. Questions ... do you have a video or a picture of the front of your boot, showing how you displayed your "business"? I really like your display!

I really like those Love Birds! Thanks for sharing and God Bless! Spirithorse

Looks great Dick. I am sure she will love it.

I spend at least six hours a day in the shop year round.

i have spent too much time at work and not enough in the shop or here. i have a show tomorrow and the "Superman Celebration Super Con " in Metropolis, Il in june. i uploaded some patterns for Mother's day and Father's day. thank you all for your encouragement . have a blessed day.

Just like the real McCoy!!!

If I like it I'm positive she will like it. Probably make you her favorite uncle if you are not already.

Steve Good must be 100 years ahead of me.

I just thought I'd bring attention to Dave Monk being mentioned on Steve Good's website today. I get his email every day and today he highlighted Dave's recent work of art done from a Steve Good pattern. Hat's off to you Dave. Great job on that box. For those of you who might have missed it, here is the link. http://scrollsawworkshop.blogspot.com/2019/04/dragon-and-sword-box-scroll-saw-pattern.html

I want to thank all you guys for your kind words and inspiration. If I wouldn't have found this site and you guys I would not be where I am on this journey. I still have soo much to learn and try. Thanks again to Travis and all of you.