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Farm combine
new2woodwrk and 7 others reacted to heppnerguy for a topic
My granddaughter ask me if I had a pattern for a Farm Combine. I could not find one. After she was gone for about a month I found one and purchased it. She wanted to give it to a neighbor who had been a big help to her and her husband on their farm, as a thank you gift. I have never enjoyed wooden toys much but I decided to try and make one anyway. It was a little complex to understand the patterns at first and I even glued one of them on backwards and had to cut it off and hopefully it could figure out how to do that without damaging the preexisting vehicle. I got lucky on it and was able to cut another piece and put it on without it being noticeable. the wheels and the front cutting roll and the yellow grain shoot pivots too, to give it some interest. It was a little difficult for me but I am glad it came out as well as it did. I plan on making one for a farm guy who gave me a ride in one as he cut his field when I was in Oregon a few months ago. Dick heppnerguy
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Now all our company is gone and back in my shop
Tomanydogs and 5 others reacted to heppnerguy for a topic
The Steve Good Skull pattern is one like I had on display in our house for a Halloween decoration that my granddaughter, who was visiting from Oregon last week, liked so much I just gave it to her. As soon as they left, I went to my shop and made this one to put back into our decorations for Halloween. It is very easy to make and my wife and I both enjoy displaying it. The second piece is a phone amplifier from Steve Good's pattern offers. I have looked at them for a long time, mainly wondering how well they work. I have to say, they do help some but I really thought they would do a little better job then it did. Easy and quick to make, even for a beginner. Dick heppnerguy
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Ford truck
Tomanydogs and 3 others reacted to ozwood for a topic
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Hello everyone, I finally put the scroll saw to bed for a little bit and started organizing the items I'll be taking to the craft show this Saturday. I ended up with 176 puzzles I've made in the last 6 months. Here is the link to the video on YouTube. Inventory Video Thanks for looking. Jim3 points
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I'm Captain Jack Sparrow. Savvy?
Tomanydogs and 2 others reacted to Charlie E for a topic
Charles Dearing pattern. I added one braid on the left side, his right, and the braids in his beard. I used black canvas with some holes in it as the backer, like the sails on the Black Pearl. As always Charles captured the eyes perfectly. The pattern is free on his site. Cut in 1/2 red oak. About 8" X 10".
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Thank you everybody, I didn't know I had this many completed I was surprised. Here's to hoping I don't bring too many back home with me Saturday evening. I'll make sure and post how it went when I get back home. Jim3 points
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Nice work! you've been busy, LOL Hoping you sell out so you don't have to bring it back home.. If you have business cards you should slip one in each bag.. I do that and also I add a choking warning not for small children label.. I just found a google image of a warning label I liked.. printed them off and stick them inside.. I now designed one to use through vistaprint.. and I use the address return label format but make them a sticker now.. because I kept forgetting to insert those printed ones.. I use shrink wrap so ones it's sealed I can reopen it..3 points
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I'm not sure exactly of what you ask. But, let me give my best answer. I use nothing but Pegas #5mgt blades. I have no idea of tooth count or width. I use a blade until it either breaks or becomes unwieldy. When I realize that I'm having to push harder or the sound changes or if I can't keep it going in the direction that I want, then it's time to change blades. I have encountered brand nee blades that don't act right so they get tossed. I hope this answers your question.3 points
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My New Latest
Tomanydogs and one other reacted to lawson56 for a topic
Some of my Latest Truck Scroll Paintings. Since I,m an Old Scooby Fan I just had to do The Mystery Machine. I did the best I could on the faces of the gang. I am currently working on some Jeep's don't want to leave out anyone.
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Thank you Devin, I do have a few dozen of the Pegas Modified Geometry blades in the shop. I'll have to look and see what number they are. I need to find the one that is closest to the UR#3 of the Flying Dutchman Ultra Reverse. I only really need to sand the back of the pieces a little bit to clean them up. And probably I could get away with not sanding them at all and no one would say anything. It's probably just me wanting to make them look as nice as I can. But I'll for sure look and see what I have in the shop after this Saturdays craft show is over. Thanks Jim2 points
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A Good Weekend
OCtoolguy and one other reacted to Devin Wilson for a topic
Fellow Zombie here try some different blades if you're having to do sanding. Have never had to sand a puzzle. I use the Pegas Modified Geometry size #3. Maybe give them a try.2 points -
Thank you Ray, count on me2 points
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Nicely done Jim. Good luck Saturday.2 points
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Finishing-- How to.
OCtoolguy and one other reacted to barb.j.enders for a topic
I purchased a nylon brush set intended to scrub tires. I use the domed one in my drill press to remove the fuzzies and smooth the edges. I will also use it after I put a finish on again, just to smooth it out. Seems to be working fine. Tried to find a link for it but couldn't. I did purchase it at Canadian Tire.2 points -
Hello everyone, First of all, thanks for your efforts to understand me, I know my english is not good. But you got the gist of it and answered as I thought you would. I change the blade when my feelings are no longer good or when they break. I wanted to know if you were doing like me. Thank you Eric2 points
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A Video of Craft Show items
jbrowning and one other reacted to barb.j.enders for a topic
Jim, Looks greats. How much are you charging for the cat puzzles?2 points -
I suspect that if we all were to write a list of the 10 things we are most grateful for, at least 5 of them on each list would be the same. And there is nothing wrong in that. I had an old man tell me one time to go beyond the typical list of things and find the eleventh thing you are thankful for. Once you begin to go beyond your typical answers, 11 becomes 12 and so on, ever increasing. It is really amazing how many things we have to be thankful for, although it is easier to go along with those who tell you how bad things are. Today as I attempt to consider something to add to my ever increasing list of things to be grateful for, I suppose it might be time to thank all of the folks who have allowed me to be helpful to them in whatever small way it was. Yes, I am thankful to and for them, and that I can still find something purposeful to do in each new day.
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Today, May 12, is our 25th anniversary. Made this for us using lace wood with painted backer. It is a Sue May pattern for the outer ring I found in the pattern vault here a pattern that Grampa made for the hands. Then made a copy of a wedding picture.
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A flock of turkeys.
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For the Birds - Scroll Saw Challenge
Travis and one other reacted to scroller99 for a topic
Here is something I did over the summer
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Going To Try Super Sharps Brand Blades
Mark SW and one other reacted to Sycamore67 for a topic
When I read this thread, I come to one conclusion and that is use the right blade for each project. The Super Sharps are great for thicker wood and compound cuts. But they are expensive. Most of my cutting is for thicker wood and think the Super Sharps cut better than the FD Polar but both are skip tooth and designed to cut thicker wood. I read where some cut thicker wood with a UR type blade and do not understand. Of course, the same goes for cutting thin wood and ply woods with a Super Sharp or skip tooth blade. These projects cut best with Reverse or UR type blade. Using the right type blade will go a long way to improve the cut.2 points -
The blades...
don watson and one other reacted to NC Scroller for a topic
I do not think there are any industry standards as far as blade sizes and TPI count. A lot depends on the style of blade and brands.2 points -
Yin & Yang Cats
barb.j.enders and one other reacted to Old Joe for a topic
I made this for my wife. Everybody comes with baggage, she came with cats and for 44 years she has pretty much always had two cats. Steve Good pattern. Made with 1/4” African Padauk and Zebrawood and a Baltic Birch backboard painted black. I tried to stack cut them first, but I used too small of a blade and it flexed just enough to not give a mirror image. It wouldn’t be worth the amount of sanding to save it, so I cut them individually with a Pegas MG#3 and it was a piece of cake. I applied several coats of semi-gloss lacquer.BTW, my wife loved it.
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The blades...
don watson and one other reacted to Denny Knappen for a topic
I also am not sure of your question. Besides TPI, we need to know the thickness and width of the blades. Like others said, change blades often especially when you notice pushing harder or not easy to follow the line. At around 25 cents per blade I consider them disposable.2 points -
The blades...
barb.j.enders and one other reacted to dgman for a topic
Yes, blades wear. It is important to keep sharp blades in your saw. For me, I change blades when the blade no longer cuts the way I want. It’s not uncommon to use several blades to finish a project. That’s why most of us buy blades by the gross. That is 12 dozen or 144 blades.2 points -
A couple of years ago, I had a stroke, resulting in loss of speech and some minor paralysis on my right side. One thing to be thankful for is using the scroll saw to improve my paralysis. The scroll saw was great therapy. This plaque was designed by me and cut on my scroll sawis made to express my feelings on being stroke survivor.. The walnut stick figure is split him into 2 pieces. It is like a puzzle where you are putting the puzzle pieces back together again. My speech is coming back, so it's back to my YouTube channel to cover various topics in this wide world of scrolling on my channel. So, I am very thankful to be a stroke survivor, who is getting many of the pieces back together and to also be a scroller which improves my coordination and allows me to express myself!
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Give Thanks - Scroll Saw Challenge
Kris Martinson and one other reacted to preprius for a topic
Well I would like to say Thanks to all in the village that helped me in the last year. I feel I learned a lot you this site. I joined last December, and have experimented with the scroll saw a bit during the weekends. Thanks to @FrankEV for bringing color to the craft of scrollsaw artwork. Thanks @OCtoolguy for advising to upgrade to a Hawk. I almost gave up the hobby. Once I got the Hawk quite a bit LESS frustration occured. He advises many people not just me. Thanks @trailfndr "Lee" for showing me great Intarsia projects. Also @Dave Monk his stuff inpires everyone. @GrampaJim and @White horse @Scrappile all give great tips and super looking projects. All the bowl guys gave me good tips. @Tbow388 he makes them look easy and pretty. @crupiea his detailed lettered plaques are inspiring. Thanks Travis for keeping this village running with latest software. Also because of his inkscape tutorials I can fiddle around in inkscape. Also @Rockytime Les, inspired and advised many many people, including me. But it takes everyone to form a village. Thanks for all contributers even the newbies. The newbies bring new questions and different perspectives to the projects.2 points -
2021 - Custom Ornament Business Kit
treeations by greg reacted to Travis for a file
Mini Scroll Saw Business in a Box! Earn a little extra cash this Holiday season, and help pay for your scroll saw addiction...errr....hobby. With this kit, you can personalize as many Holiday ornaments as you want with this simple template. This kit includes an Inkscape (svg) source file that allows you to personalize ornaments with names and dates. Also included are step-by-step instructions, premade images to advertise your services that you can post to social media, and the GIMP file in case you'd like to customize your promotions. Here's what would be included in the kit: SVG Ornament File - Inkscape SVG file that you can use to customize ornaments. (US Letter & A4 size) Step by Step Instructions - Easy instructions on how to use the Inkscape file, and how to export PDFs and PNGs from Inkscape. Promotion Banners - Pre-made images you can post to social media that advertise your ornaments. (5 price-points in both $ & £) GIMP Promotion Banner Template - GIMP source file that allows you to customize your promotion banner with your name and picture. Note: This ornament kit is meant for folks who have a working knowledge of Inkscape. You don't have to be an advanced user, but you should have the basics down. If you'd like to learn more about Inkscape, you can find my free online course here. Here's an overview of how the kit works: Selling Ideas: With this kit, you can either sell finished patterns to fellow scrollers or crafters. Or you can sell finished ornaments. Custom patterns for fellow scrollers & crafters. (suggested price: $1-2 per custom pattern) Post to your Facebook (or other social media) that you make custom ornaments. Friends and family would jump at the chance to have a custom ornament designed and cut by you. (suggested price: $10-15 each). Take orders at a craft show, church bizarre or event. Or even scroll on-site. (suggested price: $10-15 each). Sell on Etsy or similar online handmade marketplaces. Just give yourself time to make and ship the items. (suggested price: $12-20 each) Fundraiser for a youth group, school, or sports team. (suggested price: $12-20 each) Or maybe, they’re just unique gifts for friends and family (suggested price: $0 each)$201 point -
Hush Skull
Tomanydogs reacted to Kris Martinson for a topic
I just finished cutting this backlit scroll saw picture. A little late for Halloween but oh well. This one will go up in my Voodoo Lounge.
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New Saw
CSull reacted to Denny Knappen for a topic
Congratulations on the new saw. May you have many happy hours.1 point -
Give Thanks - Scroll Saw Challenge
Kris Martinson reacted to RabidAlien for a topic
Lots of things to give thanks for. And like Jim said, if I put any effort into it, I could easily cruise right on past #10.
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Quite a production line. Excellent work. Marg1 point
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Farm combine
heppnerguy reacted to wombatie for a topic
Love it and so did my hubby. Excellent work my friend. Marg1 point -
Farm combine
heppnerguy reacted to lawson56 for a topic
Dick it looks Awesome!! I never did much toys either, I try to avoid them.1 point -
Now all our company is gone and back in my shop
heppnerguy reacted to lawson56 for a topic
Love the Skull. I made that one myself, You did an Awesome job Never mad the Amp. Looks Fantastic.1 point -
Farm combine
ChelCass reacted to scrollerpete for a topic
Dick you did a great job, I’m sure it will be well appreciated1 point -
There are a lot of pieces for these projects and you did an outstanding job. Don't know if you have plans for them but I know a lot of kids that would be very pleased for a gift such as this on Christmas morning.1 point
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Jack of all trades, master of none.1 point
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Love those... I'm wondering if you know Peter Crowe (Crowie)?1 point
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very nice work1 point
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Yep. Feel sorry for my daughter, both she and her partner are Librans. Marg1 point
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A Good Weekend
barb.j.enders reacted to OCtoolguy for a topic
Yeah, I came to realize that it wasn't the kids I disliked. It was the crappy parents.1 point -
All those places sound familiar to me. We lived in Woodland Park from 85-91. We owned/operated Barb's Hallmark Shop at 19th & Uintah at Uintah Gardens shopping center.1 point
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Outstanding! I'm glad you got it figured out. Nice work Jim.1 point
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I kinda imagined O/P found us doing a google search.. I don't think Travis designed this site to be for only educated questions and discussions either.. I kinda been biting my tongue on that reply of his.. as the written word has no expression and can be read in many different ways.. I don't think he meant it as we are reading it.. but you really do have to be careful how you write things to get them across in the way that you intended. The way it's read by you and I is very demeaning not only to the new person but also Travis too.. as this is the whole reason Travis puts in all his efforts to keep this site up and going smoothly is to help teach others and bring together a online community.. Not to tell them to google and youtube to learn before coming here to ask a question.1 point
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For the Birds - Scroll Saw Challenge
Foxfold reacted to heppnerguy for a topic
Nice fret work. I can tell you are not afraid to go after the challenges. Hard to pic a favorite one here as all are so well done Dick heppnerguy1 point
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