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The Coffee Shop / Re: JANET

« on: October 22, 2010, 01:59:26 pm »

That's right dgman, you're special, just like everybody else!  :-)

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: looking to upgrade my saw

« on: October 16, 2010, 09:39:20 am »

I have had two different models of the Hawk, and loved them both.  16 inch and now 26.

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The Coffee Shop / Re: Restroom Signs--A Series--Thursday

« on: October 14, 2010, 12:05:58 pm »

I don't understand the signs I see in public restrooms!  Most frequent is the one that reads, "Employees must wash hands".  I have waited and waited and no employee ever comes in to wash my hands!

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: See what I got today

« on: October 14, 2010, 11:59:57 am »

Unfortunately my dust collector is the floor!

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Pattern Requests. / Re: Berry Basket is Back -- Scroll Patterns

« on: October 13, 2010, 12:50:42 am »

I haven't bought from Berry Basket, however I did buy something about a year ago from WoodcraftPlans.com, and when there was a minor mistake made, they stepped right up and took care of business promptly.  I was treated more than fairly and would recommend them as an excellent vendor to deal with.  I wouldn't hesitate to order again and if Matt has now taken over Berry Basket, I am sure that reliability will follow him there.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Minwax Polyshades One Step Stain & Polyurethane

« on: October 13, 2010, 12:40:52 am »

I was told by a salesman not to apply more than 2 coats or you will have trouble.  After the second coat, use clear poly.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Update: Old Oak Table .....

« on: October 13, 2010, 12:39:51 am »

You should get a ton of use out of it, and then leave a fine hand-me-down when you don't need it any longer GB!  My wife bought a set of "Coke" chairs and table in the 70's (round metal bent and twisted into shape) and asked me to make her an Oack round table top for the table.  It still sits in our kitchen and gets used daily 40 years later.  Enjoy it!

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Steve's Copyright message

« on: October 12, 2010, 11:46:42 am »

If Elvis comes back to life is he still allowed to call himself Elvis, or is that name copyrighted?

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Brag Forum / Re: Halloween Ghosts & Witch

« on: October 03, 2010, 01:59:56 am »

Those really look great Russ.  I got some spray cans of "glow in the dark" at a Joann's fabric a couple of years ago and use it on Halloween decorations.  Kids love it.  You might check it out as it would work great on your designs.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: i have to use a what?

« on: October 03, 2010, 01:53:09 am »

I have cut names into hatchet handles.  I would suggest that if you are cutting into a rounded cane, either make a clamping Jig, or use a large pony clamp to keep the wood from trying to rotate as you cut it.   My right kneecap was shattered when a car t-boned my motorcycle, so I often use a shillelagh.  I like it better than a traditional cane.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: RBI Hawk!!!-- $375

« on: October 03, 2010, 01:49:04 am »

I clicked on it and it read "post deleted by author".  Must have sold quickly.  I understand, because I use a hawk and really love it.

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The Coffee Shop / Re: WEATHER !?!?!?!?'s up with you and the current storm?

« on: September 29, 2010, 03:07:06 pm »

When you live in Florida you soon learn that the only accurate weather forecast is one for the previous day.  We get a lot of storms, but even more that are predicted and then peter out or go somewhere else (thankfully).

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Disc and Belt Sander Opinion

« on: September 29, 2010, 03:02:20 pm »

Like many woodworkers, I'm not fond of sanding, however everything is more fun with a motor added to it and since I like to make band saw boxes I do a lot of sanding!  I use a 6X48 stationary belt sander with a 9 inch disk, a 1 inch belt sander, a handheld belt sander, a random orbit sander, a 1/4 sheet sander, a set of drums for the drill press which all allow me to replace the paper with standard sheet sandpaper, a flap wheel, a porter cable profile sander, and various grits of pressure sensitive sandpaper I can attach to whatever I need to.  I also have a set of small foam backed hook and loop sanders for the drill press that are great for sanding the inside bottom of bowls or spoons, etc. I consider them all necessary and if one broke tonight I would replace it this weekend.  For something as tedious as sanding, it is important to me to have options on how to approach it.  No wonder my little garage shop is so cramped!

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Bent End

« on: September 29, 2010, 02:50:28 pm »

Janet,  Even though I know what it means, I have a hard time thinking of you as a bottom feeder!

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The Coffee Shop / Re: Cat Pictures

« on: September 28, 2010, 11:47:07 am »

Hey Railfan, I haven't been active for a few years, but 73's from WD4OAQ in Florida!