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Katy (Terefenko) Larouche was my first teacher. She taught me in grades 1,2, and 3 at Hearst Public School (there was no kindergarten). Katy is a very enthusiastic person and my education got off to a great start with her. But, in the three years she taught me, I never gave her a gift. Here is a photo of Katy and me taken about 10 years ago. At the margin I have superimposed photos of the two of us taken from grade 1 and grade 3 class photos: At 92, Katy lives in her own home in North Bay, Ontario. I recently visited her both on my way up to Pellow's Camp and on my way home. She is full of stories and wisdom and really value my time with her. This time, she sent me away with a couple of dozen ginger cookies that she had baked on the morning of my visit. I need to reciprocate and I decided that an apple for the teacher is in order: Katy more than deserves that accolade. The pattern is by Steve Good.

I finished another Harley Davidson plaque for a friend. Nice piece of thick old mahogany I had laying around.

I have had this old wrought iron Native American sign holder hanging on the side of my workshop and finally cut out a modified Steve Good sign pattern for it.

Another one done out of the stack of projects waiting to be completed! Lots of cuts (definitely start in the middle, and there's a couple of spots with a loop-inside-a-loop that need to be cut before the outside loop is cut, so plan ahead), but for the most part most of the cuts are long, straight lines. Lots and lots of long, straight lines. Great one for sitting back, firing up an audio book, and just letting the sawdust flow. 3/4" whiteboard, used Pegas #5MG blades (three, I think). Pattern is by Sam Custodio and is posted up on his Facebook page.

One of the problems I have, specially with puzzles is when I get down to the last 2 pieces to cut, they are small and difficult to cut and often I get chatter or have issues staying within the line. I saw this on YTube and thought I'd give it a try. I made it out of some scrap Ply I had and bought a rod and some nuts. I haven't used it yet, but probably sometime this week. Also, more of the wifes Halloween cuts. Next is to put them all together. Thanks as always in advance for reading

Been wanting to do this project for a couple of years. With the covis stuff I felt now is a good time. It’s a 1925 Model T flat bed. Got the pattern from “Scroller Patterns & Supplies”. The truck is 15” x 7” tall. Used brass nails for the bolts in wheels and side boards. Went to internet and got a picture of the Texaco sign for pump. Made out of black walnut & red oak. Dip in 50/50 mix an let dry. I wanted it to look old so didn’t put any other finish on it. I added the brackets that the side boards go into. Wasn’t in plans but felt they were needed. Used #3 an #5 MG Pegas blades.

I have to work tonight but I didn't want to sit around this morning b4 I napped this afternoon, so I whipped this Fall door hanger up......appropriate for the first day of Fall I guess.....1/2" sanded ply for the circle & 1/4" sanded ply for the cutouts.....15" in diameter......I may personalize the pumpkin with my initial....all spray painted 2 coats.....thanks for looking

Been focusing most of my shop time now making toys and will continue for the next few months. Following is what I’ve done earlier.

Truly, I was moved to cut these both. Patterns by me.

ALL wood dust has some health hazard associated with it. http://www.wood-database.com/wood-articles/wood-allergies-and-toxicity/

zi run my shop vac when I cut anythin.I have had cancer 3 times so I try not to take too many chances. IKE

Hi Jes: The Vice that you show is also good for holding Compound cut patterns After you cut the one side, flip it over and clamp it into this vice, This way everything stays together until you finish the second cut. Fab4

Just finished this for the wife. It is sitting on top of a LED light. I made her a Snowman a few years ago for it. 1/8" acrylic sandwiched between two pieces of 1/8" BB. I used a FD UR2. It cut really smooth.

I cut this for my doctor, we always have a laugh when I go to see him. The wood is Elm and it was a to cut, I used 5 different blades before I found one that actually liked the wood and that was a Olsen Mach#5. Marg

I did not know there was a safety issue until I joined The Village. This is what I found about the kind Menards sells in the US. They have a link to a Material Safety Data Sheet. Unlikely in current form. The panels in actual form pose no particular risk. However, dusts created in the course of sawing or sanding can cause irritation effects to the respiratory tracts, eyes and skin as well as cause allergic reactions. Wood dust is also known to cause industrial asthma in certain patients. It has also been linked to sinus and nasal cancers. Avoid inhaling dusts. Select appropriate respiratory protection and personal protection equipment according to task and dust concentrations. Section 3. Composition and information on ingredients Name CAS Wood None Urea-Formaldehyde N/A Urea 57-13-6 Wax 8002-74-2 Note: Component concentrations according to data supplied by manufacturer. Concentration Formaldehyde 8-14% so then I looked up formaldehyde. Can formaldehyde cause cancer? Exposure to formaldehyde has been shown to cause cancer in laboratory test animals. Exposure to relatively high amounts of formaldehyde in medical and occupational settings has been linked to some types of cancer in humans, but the effect of exposure to small amounts is less clear. Studies in people In one study, inhaling formaldehyde at levels at a concentration of 1.9 parts per million (ppm) for 40 minutes did not increase blood levels of formaldehyde. Several epidemiology studies of people exposed to formaldehyde in the workplace have reported a link between formaldehyde exposure and cancer of the nasopharynx (the uppermost part of the throat), but this outcome has not been observed in other studies. These studies looked at workers in occupational setting that use or make formaldehyde and formaldehyde resins, as well as at people who work as embalmers. I worked with hazardous chemicals for 40 years. Much, much, much, more dangerous than formaldehyde. When I fill better and start my next peace. I will wear a dust mask, and run my shop vac while I am cutting MDF.

Many hardwoods are toxic. Scrollsaws produce very fine dust. MDF and any treated wood are hazardous. I have cut many and in some cases a lot of it. Highly recommend using a dust mask when cutting especially the hazardous materials.

DO NOT INHALE! Just kidding of course. I will cut MDF on rare occasions if absolutely necessary. I don't wear a dust mask but I use dust collection top and bottom of both my saws.

Something great from scrap fence boards recycled I'm guessing? Everything is proportionally correct !!! Another fine project thanks for showing Smitty!!!

I had one favorite teacher.So glad you could spend time with her! Good choice on a deserving project for her!!!

Nice!

Thanks for the nice comments! When you have a good pattern to go by helps. For you Andy Griffin fans remember the Darlings that showed up on some shows. There truck wasn’t a 1925 but looks close lol

As a teacher, I hope that I can inspire someone the way that she inspired you. Great job on the cutting.

Thanks everyone, as the colder weather sets in here in Connecticut, I am back out making sawdust and learning as I go.

very nice

Brilliant idea

Oh that is so thoughtful. There are only one or two of my teachers that I really liked, not sure if they are still around. Marg

Good idea on the clamp and excellent cutting!

Great idea for someone so worthy. Good job.

looks good, nice cut jim

I think now seeing this one is that I should paint my projects. This opens a whole new dimension in scroll work!!!! Thanks Peter, I only hope someday I can get close to your skills!!!

Nice cutting Marg thanks for sharing

I would display this anywhere, CHOICE project!!!!

That is a great story! I couldn’t name more than maybe five teachers I had in my 12 years. No kindergarten for me either.

That's a great job right there Marg.......A+

I use a fair amount of it , thin, medium and thick. It is a must have for wood turners. It is great as a pen finish and I recently finished a shift knob for my car. I do threat it with respect, not only the glue aspect but also the fumes are not healthy. When I am done with my CA glue I just squeeze the bottle while upright into a paper towel to make sure there is no residue in the nozzle. I also have a pin vise with a tiny drill bit to open it if need be.

Looks great Marg. Well done.

I know there are many aspects/topics to scroll sawing. but one thing I find common among them is the term "Fun Cut". So I ask, what does that mean to you? How do you identify if a cut was "fun"? I think for me, a fun cut is any one I can get to final finishing without breaking is a "fun cut". However, my favorite thing to cut at the moment are Dragons. I really like cutting them! You? Thoughts? Thanks in advance

Not sure what its called like ca glue etc. but I bought lil bottle last year and like Wow! Never had a lick of trouble with the bottle. Its name is 401 glue. FB runs adds sometimes. The Videos for its use is another Wow! Stronger than Anything I think......................Danny :+}

Brenda as mentioned tap the bottom on the bench, never use the tip to spread the glue and my favorite (over years of glue clogging of any sort) Always stand the bottle/tube upright when not in use.... I even made a holder to sit the glue tubes in..Sorry no pics....

I use this type of CA glue. It's more expensive, but the cap seems to do a good job of preventing the tip from clogging. I've never had an issue with that. Never had a bottle dry out on me either.

Something that doesn't require a lot of prep work or time finishing. And it must be something that makes me think.

Compound cutting just about anything.

My most enjoyable or fun cuts are when I am making a project for a young child. Putting a smile on a young face is my favorite thing to do.

For me a fun cut would be the current project. I do prefer more intricate patterns. Also any thing that presents a challenge.

A fun cut to me is one that is relatively simple and quick to do, but one that produces a good looking final project. A large, intricate, challenging cut may be satisfying to do as well, and something I really enjoy, but they normally require a lot of concentration and patience so therefore, not what I call a "fun" cut. Edit: I have to qualify my statements as it is what your definition of "Fun" is. IMHO there is a big difference between "Fun" and "Enjoyable/Satisfying". A "Fun" project is most likely enjoyable and satisfying but a "Enjoyable/Satisfying" project may not be "Fun" to do.

Very nicely done! Although, I would have thought that when you turned the piece over, the horses would be going uphill?

I like the bottom one also - I think my grand daughter would love this one .. where did you get the pattern ?

Wow that’s beautiful, RJ

I agree in that I like the bottom one better.

Very nicely done!