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Title: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: scrollgirl on September 01, 2010, 05:48:42 pm
Hi, everyone.  I wanted to post this new candle tray that I designed.  It is a cross candle tray and charm set for your large jar patterns.  I have a couple of more that I am working on too so watch for them in the future.

Thanks so much, Sheila :)
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: grampa on September 01, 2010, 06:32:09 pm
Sheila, You have my mind working overtime now, these are great........Paul ;D
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: scrollgirl on September 01, 2010, 06:43:14 pm
Thank you very much, Paul.  I have six others right now and I am making about 40 more different designs. :)  They are really fun and easy to do and it seems that they are quite popular.  Stay tuned . . . .

 :D
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: scrollriffic on September 01, 2010, 07:43:55 pm
I saw this on your site. Was wandering how long does it take for you to cut this one out. I like the cross one and the fall themed ones.Bobby
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: MadHatter on September 01, 2010, 07:53:33 pm
awesome design, i love it !!.
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: scrollgirl on September 01, 2010, 07:53:44 pm
I don't aim for speed, but most of the candle holders take me about 3 hours to cut.  I go at a nice medium pace and I drill all the holes first and put on some music and enjoy!

Sheila ;D
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: dgman on September 01, 2010, 08:42:09 pm
Those are cool Sheila! So, What kind of music do you listen to when scrolling!
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: scrollgirl on September 01, 2010, 08:46:32 pm
I am goofy.  I can listen to anything from Mozart to Tech N9ne  or Eric Clapton, Elton, Apolyptca, or even Eminem.  I really love all kinds of music - rap, blues, rock, classical.  It all depends on my mood! 

I love the soundtrack from the Blue's Brother's movie and other soundtracks too!  :)

Music really makes the projects more fun!

Sheila
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: dgman on September 01, 2010, 08:57:01 pm
Sheila, Not goofy, just eclectic! :o
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: jimbo on September 01, 2010, 10:22:08 pm
Superb Sheila that is all I can say
Jimbo
PS must try the music trick it may improve my sawing
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: Dawie on September 02, 2010, 01:57:54 am
Very nice design Sheila.
David
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: heiko rettberg on September 02, 2010, 02:28:53 am
This project is awesome too.
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: Russ C on September 02, 2010, 06:16:22 am
If I am not watching TV I listen to country music.  8)
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: julief on September 02, 2010, 07:07:29 am
This one is so beautiful, Sheila.  I can't wait to see the rest.  For me, it's talk radio or country.
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: Marcellarius on September 02, 2010, 02:27:08 pm
very nice design and scroll work sheila,
what kind of wood did you used here?
Title: Re: New Cross Candle Tray and Charms
Post by: scrollgirl on September 02, 2010, 08:21:35 pm
This set is made out of Mahogany.  I really love the way it looked after I finished it.  Lately, one of my favorite finishes is applying mineral oil with a brush and allowing it to soak in a bit.   I then gently rub it into the surface with 600 grit sandpaper and wipe off the excess.  I do this in several coats.  After allowing it to dry a bit, I give it a couple of light coats of spray shellac.  Since these don't need to have a super-durable finish, it works really nice.  The oil really brings out the beautiful colors in the wood and leave it with a nice sheen.  I like the spray shellac because it covers so evenly and also leaves a warm glow to the wood.  I am glad you like it. :)

Sheila