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I know I have not posted anything for a while but I have been scrolling. I cut this Star Wars pattern for my grandson who is Star Wars mad. I have always told him that he could have the paper pattern but I would never cut it for him, what a surprise he is going to get on Christmas Day. The pattern is by Janevski. There are 338 individual cuts and it took me about 19 hours to do. I cut it from 2.5mm Bamboo ply. Marg

Was asked to make one for Indiana University an for Purdue University. Both are modified Steve Good patterns. Purdue is made with Spanish Cedar, IU made from Purple Heart.

Got this pattern off the internet. Trinket boxes! Cool little box!

Thank you Don for the pattern of turned out great and they really love it Mimi

Thanks to Russell (Birchbark) who made the pattern. It is three layers of plywood painted. Made two of them 5” wide each.

OK, bought a new Pegas 21” with stand, and foot control. Stand assembly wasn’t difficult, but they could make it easier if they numbered each part. Assembly sheet was rather vague, but I have put together enough variations of it that it was easy enough. As to the saw itself, let’s just say UPS could’ve handled it a little more carefully and I had some minor setup issues, but things seem to be A-OK now. Today I started cutting out a detailed Charles Dearing portrait pattern on a single layer of 1/4” BB for the maiden voyage, making 70 very fine cuts using mostly Pegas #1 and #2/0 spirals, and Pegas MG#3’s for a few cuts. Honestly, I wish I had done a stack cut of two, but I wanted to get acquainted with it via a single layer. General observations: I am moving up from a DW788. There were a couple of adjustments that I had to make to myself personally using the Pegas. The distance from the blade to the front edge of the table is considerably shorter, but I got used to it pretty quick. At least for now I slowed the speed down a bit, as it just seems to want to cut fast. I am a bottom feeder, and found feeding the blade to be somehow easier even though I had the Pegas clamps on the Dewalt. Then the more automated blade tensioner was a dream! I have not been a big spiral blade guy until recently and everything is much easier with them on the Pegas, especially the tension system. I didn’t bend, break, or “hockey puck” one blade over the 70 cuts. Vibration: There is virtually none. Seriously, none. I can’t articulate clearly enough on how much better than the DW788 the new saw is in that regard, even though the Dewalt is bolted to the floor, and the Pegas is just sitting on its stand, with no need to bolt it down. Appearance: The thing makes my whole studio/shop look better! The red and black looks sharp. Light: Unlike many, I really like the Dewalt light. I put an LED bulb in it a few years ago and it’s still working.I missed it today. I want to find a non-magnifying, tight radius, spot lamp ASAP, preferably a bright, LED, clamp on type. Overall: I figured that I would be happy, but I can’t understate how much better this machine is to cut with! It’s almost like I didn’t know what I was missing. I feel like I have gone from driving an old Datsun pickup to a new Lexus luxury sedan. This thing is a scrollsawer’s dream. Not sure what I will do with the DW788 yet. Though it was a good saw for me, and I have made some serious sawdust with it, I already don’t see any chance that I would go back to it.

I completed this project yesterday on the new Pegas Scroll Saw. It is a gift for a couple celebrating their 50th. The designer is unknown. I used 1/2" Hard Maple. Cut with Pegas MGT #1 and #7 blades. The finish is two coats spray Shellac. Comments welcome.

Another one for my music guys collection

Sue May customized pattern NWC058. I believe this is luan and had a glued on 1/8 backer for strength. No finish and I used one Pegas #3 and one Pegas #5. Also this is the first piece I’ve displayed here .

Well these have been talked about here and I decided to add them to my show items and hope they sell well and make great gifts for many this season as my shows start this weekend. The cocktail napkin holders. I will give people choice of color of napkins at show. If these take off I hope to add more to the lineup next year. I still think this is a cool idea. Hope others do to.

I did 6 of these nativities by Steve Good. Now, I need to do two more.

Ok I will start this

If you can't tell by my annoying posts, I'm having a fun time with these new key/leash/hook holders that I've started making... I've decided I'm going to change things up this Saturday at what may be my last event of the year by reducing the number of puzzles I display and showcasing about 10 of the new items and take orders for them. The dog leash holders will always be the big seller, but I think I'll get interest in other animals as well. Especially the Unicorn, Dragon and maybe BigFoot. I've sold 50 of them in the past 2 weeks so I see potential and want to really showcase them. I'll snap pictures of my modified setup and I'll do a video for my You Tube page as well.

A couple of weeks ago there was a post regarding making Sue Mey's angels for charity. I had the pattern but never thought about reducing the size. That got me thinking. I reduced and cut one and the delicate wing broke so I revised the pattern to take the veins in the wing out. I cut the 2 patterns below and my wife actually preferred the solid wing. I did some at 3 inches and some at 3 1/2 with solid wings. Done in 1/8 Baltic birch and glitter spray paint. I am going to the annual volunteers luncheon at our local support centre (Hearth Place) and should be one for everyone there (I hope as I have done 40). I will also give out the one with the open wing and the recipient will get a special gift of a wood pen. Don Love the inspiration I get here in the Village.

1" pine #2 pegas skip

Almost everyone is getting a scroll-sawn gift from me this Christmas so it's very hard for me to pick just one. But I will do so. Four people who are not expecting a gift but will get one because of their assistance to me and my family over the last year will be getting one of these, Sue Mey designed, Christmas trees:

I should’ve mentioned that I ended up buying the saw through Denny Knappen’s ArtCrafters thanks to recommendations from several people on SSV. He offered the best price including shipping. Also, as I mentioned above, the saw needed some setup, due primarily to some rough handling by the shipper and Denny has been great nursing me through a couple of minor adjustment issues. I was impressed that it comes with spare parts for the eventual wearing down of the blade clamps, and also a sample pack of assorted Pegas blades. I don’t plan to hook it up to a vacuum, so I removed the hookup attachment, as it reduces the tilt range, and by all accounts it doesn’t work all that great. Incidentally, if anyone has any questions, I would be happy to try to answer them.

Lots of gifts this year!

I’m making gifts for my family. The hard part is finding the time.

I haven't made much of a contribution to this forum in a while - but it doesn't mean I haven't been working - (although very slowly) .... these are part of our "Gift Boxes" for family and friends this Christmas. the sleigh patterns are Sheila Landry designs. Sleigh bodies are all Cherry. Sleigh runners are either Padauk, Bloodwood or Wenge. the reindeer pattern is from a pattern that has been on the internet for many years - unfortunately I don't know the designer. the gift box's and the tree's are from the Dollar Store. Had lots of fun making these - they aren't quite done yet - have a few more reindeer to make - and a bit of final finishing with steel wool and wax all - but was getting VERY strong indications from my wife that - (finished or not) - they were going to start disappearing soon - so thought it best to take pictures now ..... Jay

I finally had to break down and get another saw. My EX21 completely died. It had broke the Motor Cam twice and I honestly feel that there was a problem In the Manufacturing. My Jet also is having some issues but still is working at this time. Going to keep it as a back up. I put numerous hours on these machines and I cut mostly 1/4 inch hardwood to 3/4 inch wood. I don't use plywood so it takes it toll. Most weeks I put 20 to 40 hours on the machines but at this time of year when my sales are way up I'm putting 40 to 60 hrs on it a week. Murphy's Law always kicks in too. If something breaks it is usually right after the Warranty expires right? Anyway I convinced the wife that I needed something substantial so she conceded and the Hegner 22 is on its way. It has a 7 year warranty so hopefully I can count on it to last. I didn't get all the bells and whistles just the quick release blade holder and foot pedal but that's really all I need. I have the light/Mag lamp already plus my dust control system. Won't get here in time to make a difference in my Holiday Sales, delivery date is after the 11th and my last show is the 14th. Looking forward to playing with the new toy.

The plates remind me of museum pictures. They always put a plate below with the description and artist. I like to draw, and some schools of thought are to go to a museum and study what they have done. Just drop the plate below and its a museum piece. My life has been a mix of interests that branch as I find things I would like to do. From some of my 'art', that I don't even show, foreground will bring your eyes to it faster and then scan to the background. Your plate draws immediate attention to it. Its your work, if you want the title noticed first, you did that. Scrollsawing to me is taking art and creating a wood picture. I have an opinion, but my wife doesn't listen. Just do what she says. RJF

Very fine portrait and nicely framed John but I would leave the plates out even though they are very well done. My opinion is that they are too over powering. I would burn the name (small lettering) into the portrait. It would then focus atention on your beautiful work.

Are you talking about the base? For me 1/4” is to thin. I would go with at least 1/2”. A 45° would look good.

That,s some real good scrolling,better than better!!!

Is that anywhere near the Galvin rod? I know on a 50 Ford, they have a tendency to leak oil at times.

Had to do this,I know everyone in town got one,lol Won,t she be happy at the thrift store.

I got this commission order for this Kleenex box from a very good friend, after she saw a different pattern that I had cut before (tulips) it is from Sue Mey. She wanted roses pattern, well over 320 holes later, here is the finished project. I even double the sides so I cut 2 at once. Will not make money on this, cost of pattern, wood and other material over $25 spent at least 4 hours cutting and I might get $40 for the Kleenex box. We never get rich in this hobby, we make families and friends very happy.

G'day all, I am after some of your considered critique on this piece. The pattern is by Sam Costodio, I posted the complete cut portrait a few days ago. This is the 2nd one of the stack of two. I have cut two plates to go on the bottom, but they looked a lot better (different) in my head. Maybe if I cut them from the same timber (Hoop pine) as the portrait ? I have just rested the plates in the position they would go.

Must be an old picture, I spy Kitty Kitty. My wife told me about this sale and I also took advantage of the sale.

Thanks Melanie for the information! Yes it does help to see the cover. I know I checked that issue but easy to overlook. Wife has said I couldn’t my ___ with both hands lol

Wise choice in my opinion, but be a little patient. It takes a little time to get comfortable with the tensioning and because the clamps float, tension is very important. Once you get the feel of it, you can feel it is right just by, well the feel... I love mine.

Nicely done. Will be treasured by someone for decades.

Great work.

Great job on a cool looking little box(s)! I like that.

terrific job

Live in UK, started by doing fretsaw cutouts got a scrollsaw for Christmas 2 years ago and been cutting out shapes.

Good review! I don't need a new machine but, if I did, I would very strongly consider buying a Pegas. I do have their clamps on my approximately 20 year old Excalibur and they are a joy to use.

Low boys!!! This is a first for me to see a box this size. They look addicting!!! You Aced them!!!

Lovely. Excellent work. Marg

Like the pattern. Very well done Ron.

Nice job they look well good, it's def slash best I have seen of him yet

Well done they are beautiful..

I use a FD Polar # 5. I usually cut them out of Mahogany. Definitely not as hard as Cherry, so a #7 for the Cherry is what I would use. For pins, I use 7/8” thick wood or there about. I center the front view pattern on the thin face of the blank and the profile view of the pattern on the wide side. When you cut the reindeer out, you will be left with two blanks for the pins. Using a disk sander, sand off the contours to flatten them. Then glue on a pin back and spray on a finish. Noe you have three products for the price of one!

Well Marley is peachy keen but the middle one is one that I can not figure out what it is. It will pop but not yet, any hint what it is??

Made for royalty no doubt!!!

A plaque and Christmas tree ornaments for whole staff.

awesome job, it's beautiful

Looks as if you have been busy. Great work. Marg

I used for this jigsaw puzzle a poster "Tategoto" by artist Haruyo Morita. "Tategoto" is translated from Japanese means "harp", that is, a stringed musical instrument. Size - 42x28 cm 300 pieces