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Was supposed to go to a wedding but things happened and couldn't go so. Hung out in the shop and got things done.Thank you Don for the Dorsey pattern. It turned out great. I am sure my friend is going to love it. Thank you for looking and have a good week and be safe. Mimi

I have scrolled a lot of Charles Dearing patterns recently. Charles writes that he gets requests to simplify his patterns. I like his more detailed works. He has a simplified Willie Nelson pattern that, though I liked, I found it too simple. So, after I finished it, I randomly drilled a bunch more holes Willy-Nilly, and just free formed my way to a bit fuller finished product. As I often do, I reduced the size down to 9 1/2”x 6 1/2.” I’m pretty happy with how it turn out.

SSV nation, I joined in January and one of the first things I saw was a skull pattern. It reminded me of a good friend whom I have known for 20 years. I made a promise to myself that once I cut this skull, I have achieved my goal and I can cut just about anything. Below is the photo with 1/4 maple plywood and thin backing. The lesson learned here is to only have friends that like unicorns and not skull.

I have finished the 3 dogs pattern that TDpainter drew for me. Thanks again Travis. I used a mix of blades on this, including spirals, but I reckon the ply was was too thin at 1/8", I reckon it should have been 1/4" baltic birch at least. The original request can be found in 'Pattern Requests'

OK I finally took a couple of photos. I have no idea what any of the woods are except one is Camphor Laurel. I am really enjoying making these, I don't know what I was frightened of. I am using Flying Dutchman Polar blades #3 and #5 but one was so dense that I used 2 #5's so I had to get some #7's, they go through the wood like it's butter. (Thanks Dan) Marg My First. 3 New ones

A Mike Williams pattern

A Steve Good pattern, a Charles Dearing and a Fiona Kingdin....Gave the garden sign to my neighbor and cut the wind swept tree and the winter farm scene just cause !...Comments welcome ! The tree is cut from spalted maple 3/4.

The point I was making is whatever it takes to get to 1 1/4” is the hardest part of making these.

Mostly 3/8 BB cut with #1, 0 and 2/0 Pegas spiral blades.

ok here are some things iv been working on and finished today, the first one is steve goods raiser holder.. I made several of these I use the woodflooring to make these as they wont warp in a steamy bathroom and are water proff… I did some with the design from the original pattern on the side and then I made some with an angle on the side. im not totally happy about the edges but couldn't think of any way to make them look better... the last onces are of the bulldog toothpicks. I made 2 of them one for me and one for my oldest daughter for Christmas...but I didn't paint it the brile color of her bulldog moose...because I didn't think I could make it look right...lol I took several pictures at different angles...the one with the plan purple collar is for my daughter and the one with the spikes on it is mine but I think I got a little carried away with the spikes lol it didn't look like that many when they were just holes!! lol oh well I will know better next time..and the reason I painted the collars purple is because purple is my oldest daughters favorit color...lol I chew on nicoteen toothpicks to help me cut down on my smoking so I used the old toothpicks to make the spikes...they were not easy to get about the right size and glueing them into to holes was not a whole lot of fun either but I don't think they look to bad here

I am trying my best to stay perfect.

Hot off the saw....lol

Just use 2 pieces of 1/2” and sandwiched a piece of 1/4” in the middle.

I like the laser way of signing the works better to be honest.. and I did buy a laser a couple years ago when I got the CNC.. I haven't messed with it at all yet because I wanted to learn the CNC first and thought I might get confused with learning two machines at the same time.. I'm getting close enough now with the CNC stuff that I think I'll set up the laser sometime this summer.. The CNC I bought was one of the larger models.. they have much cheaper smaller models.. I think some would fit on top of a desk or bench... Anyway mine is a Nextwave brand Model Shark HD4 I also went with the water cooled spindle.. I wouldn't have a CNC without a spindle.. the routers are way loud.. you don't even really hear the spindle running.. the bit carving is all you really hear.. but if you have a router they're typically so noisy you barely hear the carving , LOL The Software is Vetric V-carve Desktop 9.5 The software is actually very easy to design and work with.. in fact.. I've been using it to design some of my scroll saw patterns.. It's a lot like Inkscape I think.. But for me.. it's actually easier to work with because inkscape and the others come with a lot of design stuff that pattern makers really never use and there is just a hunt to find the right stuff for patterns.. having less garbage to sort through with Vcarve and smaller amount of buttons to work with makes it simple and quick.. Anyone interested in the software or machines a good Youtube source is to look up Mark Lindsey ( hope I spelled the name right ) ..

Thanks Jerry, that's how I feel.. and as I said.. handmade / handcrafted can have a very different meaning from one person to another.. The important thing to me is that my customer is satisfied with whatever they buy ( most could care less how it's made.. they're just happy to buy something unique that cannot be found in a local Walmart ).. If my products were to be 100% handmade.. heck I have no idea how to make the clock fit-up.. nor can I hand draw patterns.. Lot's of folks make "handmade" round signs.. They scroll the words and glue them to purchased rounds.. most of which are made in China.. I feel my CNC carved base is more handmade than the China purchased rounds that the handmade signs are made from.. which by the way.. I do consider handmade.. I just wish they'd buy USA made rounds etc if they're doing that.. but who am I to judge them. My opinion.. saying my CNC made base makes my products not handmade anymore is like saying a hand woodburned image on a china made wood shape purchased from hobby lobby isn't handmade..LOL and I'm sure some feel that isn't handmade because of that.. At what point does one draw the line to decide what is really hand made and what isn't..

Looking good Marg. They are one thing I have not tried as of yet. You may of given me inspiration

Since the subject of my project can't be classified as a "Spring" project I felt this would be the better place to show my latest project. It's a game box for my eldest son and daughter-in-law who enjoy role playing games, and really enjoy H.P. Lovecraft. So, the next time we are in Denver (we're in Arizona), we'll surprise them with this Cthulhu Game Box. It measures 9" side-to-side, 10" front-to-back, and 6.5" top-to-bottom. The main image on the lid is inset and detailed with wood burning, and the various icons around the box are heat transferred.

Sue Mey pattern. My wife painted. The pink/blue is scrapbook paper sandwitched between the front and backer.

Kevin have a look at "Lightburn" software also. Unfortunately I can't use it with my "Toy" laser. I just looked up what the actual power on my 7 Watt laser is. 2.5 W blue laser, that is why it is only good for engraving, which is what I wanted.

Don't feel bad. One day your saw will run and not cut. You will scratch your head and then realize you put the blade in backwards. Trust me it will happen.

nice job

very nice work

Looks great, nice work

Fantastic job on all 3!!.Really like the hands and Rose.

nice group or projects, all done quite well Dick heppnerguy

Not my cup of tea but I take my hat off to you, you did a terrific job. Well done. Marg

They are all terrific, I especially like the farm scene. Well done. Marg

You might have to try stack cutting a few at a time if you get repeat orders

Thank you very much for the comments. I guess I pasted my final exam! Showed some guys at work and they want one there too. I guess on to grad school?!?

Nice collection of works

Big boy toys!!! Something new is exciting!!!

They are nice to see Marg!!! Load up up with them ! The more the merrier. They are so addictive and finished in stain or what ever makes them stand out oh so !!!

You,ve a big heart !!! With skills to match!!!

Welcome to the village. This hobby is addictive fast. Took me someone giving me a thirty year old saw to get me hooked.

Great job on those Marg. What is the best way to sand to keep the corners square?

There you go Marg I knew you could do it. They look great.

thanks guys I still have a pretty good sized piece of that thick wood so im going to cut out 2 more bulldog toothpick holders so I don't use the wood for something else lol then I put them in my needs to be finished box. lol iv been getting outside today...Spike put up my hamic chair outside so I can sit out there and read or crochet or something... right now im in the middle of washing my 2 knobes and my standing Dragon.... I got the 2 knobes washed and in the yard in the corner where the pourch meets the house...The dragon is in the sink waiting for me to get around him. lol then I dug out the dragon plant holder from the gragrage ….I have to clean that up too and then make a new foot for him because he lost one in the move...hes sitting in the woodshop waiting for me....but I have to sit and rest every few minutes when im trying to do things which annoyes me to no end!!! lol im used to going and going and going ….this do one little thing sit rest for half an hour or so then do another little something I don't like at all but sigh such is life!! lol I also got the wizard pattrn printed out and read to put on wood and I got a ton of little birds and birdhouse compound cut patterns I want to do as well as a compound cut wizard and dragon compound cut patterns I want to cut....I have to have spike cut some of the 1/4 inch bb for me and then I have a few more shaver holders to do and 2 fret work trivets and coasters to cut...that's on my list for wood working lol im still making squares for my sweater and looking for a new crochet project to start for either the give away box or the inventory boxes...theres just SO MUCH I want to do!!! and this darn body of mine is not cooperating at all!!! to say im frustrated would be an understatement and if my dear darling honey dosnt stop telling me to go sit down ever time im short of breath or he can tell im in pain hes going to need to go rest some place after I hit him over the head with a cast iron frying pan!!! lol don't get me wrong I love the man dearly but hes beinning to get on my nerves lol

This is a project I started back in March just after this virus situation hit us and all of the craft shows upcoming was cancelled. I didn't thank I would be this long in completing it but I did take my time as there wasn't any rush. There was a lot of items that required the use of a lathe and a band saw, both of which i do not have so a little bit of working around some of those problems took some time! The tires was one of the items requiring a lathe but the scroll saw took care of that, the only thing that I couldn't do was a lighter small ring of wood that simulates the rim was to be cut and inlaid where the "lug" nuts are. It could also be painted while the wheel was still on the lathe. As you see the "rim" is black. There was a few other things that was over come by using the tools I had on hand! All of the wood that is painted either pine, ceder fencing, or poplar. All comments welcome. Erv

Finished today 72 olds cutless done on 1/4" BB pattern from Sam Custodio

Excellent marg! The only difficult thing about them is finding or milling 1 1/4” wood. Marg, you did a great job on yours!

THANK's Kevin!, I am fortunate that I don't have anymore space, because your short video makes me twitchy. What a great solution, removing the tedium of something basic to free up more time for the important and enjoyable scrolling parts. Remind me, what CNC router did you end up buying, and what software are you using? Regarding signing your work, the majority of mine will now be signed using my Laser engraver (not a cutter, not enough power for that) It is no different from using a hot stamp but I can easily make the signature as small or large as I want.

You did good, Marg !....Love the little guys !

I have the 15 from Diana Thompson plus another 10 in Bird houses 2014 that I bought from her site when it was up and running. I just don't recognize the pattern above especially the first one. PS: Diana also had a group of standing mini birdhouses.

Great work. I may have to go back to making a few from time to time. Don, the pattern is from Diana Thompson. It is about five years old. Maybe @Denny Knappen will check in with the exact location of the patterns.

I prefer hand crafted too.. That is why it's still hand crafted.. I'm only carving the web address on the bottom.. then carving "most" of the material away of the profile of the base.. then I take it to my scroll saw and hand cut it the rest of the way out ( close to the edges of the profile ) and then hand sanding on my belt sander to shape the 1/8" small amount flush to the rest of the work the CNC did of the profile.. this gets almost a perfect rounded corners.. You see.. before doing it this way the scroll saw was never ( rarely ) involved with the bases.. as I cut the boards into 2" strips and the rounded off the corners with the disc / belt sander.. These cut out with a scroll saw a lot faster when I'm cutting 1/8" thick vrs. the 3/4".. I see this way no different than before.. other than I no longer hand sign my website on the bottom with a Sharpe.. I bought a high end wood burner set to sign with but waiting for it to heat up and cool down to put it away for 1 custom ordered piece was too time consuming to do.. I like doing things in batches.. but it doesn't always work that way when a made to order or custom order piece comes up.. The bases are almost always 8" or 11" so I made these two programs for the CNC to run.. I made 16 bases today just playing around testing things.. total time was probably around 1.5 hours.. normally I have 20 - 30 minutes per base the old way.. The CNC can run it's thing while I'm scrolling next to it to watch over it.. I also do not see this being any different than someone buying laser buttons from Steve Good and drilling a hole to put them in.. I just skip the outsourced piece to put in and carve it in with my CNC.. I'm getting busy enough that it's either this or hire a helper.. I don't want to get into the hiring business and the headaches that come with it.. I'd rather automate some of my process's to cut time down while still doing hand crafted.. The word Hand crafted can be defined in so many ways.. I mean in my mind.. hand crafted is just that.. doing everything by hand.. no power tools involved.. and last I knew a scroll saw is a power tool.. I bet the guy with a coping saw doing the same patterns we do with scroll saws had the same thoughts many others do about CNC stuff..

I prefer hand crafted. That said I will admit being in the same business that working smarter not harder is the way to go. Glad you found a solution to make thing easier for you and raising your production rate a bit.

You just made me drool with that!

oh that looks great!!!

Cut this puzzle today, dang near took a dozen blades and way too long to cut. Lesson learned puzzles from hickory is not a good time in the shop. Probably said too many choice words in the process too.