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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Help Please 788 parts

« on: August 08, 2011, 03:36:02 pm »

Hi Judy
I moved the screw from the hold down bar which I never would use to the one to hold my blade in.  Works like a dream.

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Brag Forum / Re: Owl Clock Plaque

« on: July 30, 2011, 07:55:14 pm »

The whole project is very nice.  I like with or without the clock, I have done a few wood rounds and enjoy them.  Love the owls.

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Brag Forum / Re: Sliding 2 drawer box

« on: July 28, 2011, 10:05:33 pm »

I love it, what nice work.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Scrollers Beware!

« on: July 28, 2011, 10:04:21 pm »

In the summer, I work in a storage building made of wood but the roof is metal.  I tried foam insulation but it hardly works at all.  I installed cardboard boxes flattened out (several layers) and left space above them to form a place for hot air.  It works great - also use a fan to blow across my saw to blow out the sawdust and hot air.   Put in a little thermometer and if it gets 92 degrees - I quit until it cools off.  There is plenty of sanding and finishing to do under the trees where it is cooler. 

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Brag Forum / Re: Guard Dog

« on: July 23, 2011, 03:00:39 pm »

He looks like he is ready for a "fight" - just love him.

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Brag Forum / Re: Old Swedish tractor. New sawing

« on: July 23, 2011, 02:57:28 pm »

Very nice, I love it.

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Brag Forum / Re: Cross

« on: July 21, 2011, 04:17:59 pm »

If you oil it, I would love to see how it comes out.   Beautiful work!

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: patterns

« on: July 20, 2011, 04:40:47 pm »

I use the cheapest method.  Just put the item you are copying on a window and put copy paper over it and trace away.  (You can also use a light box).  Once you have your tracing use your copier to change it's size.

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General Scroll Saw Talk / Re: Blades

« on: July 20, 2011, 04:36:43 pm »

Almost all of my work is done using red oak.  I put the packing tape on top of my pattern.  I also use the #5 FD reverse blade - even for tiny areas.  I use the spray adhesive very very lightly.  Yes sometimes the pattern lifts up but I use a piece of scotch tape to hold it down til I am through with the project.  Then if the pattern sticks I use a heat gun or blow dryer.  Usually the pattern comes off very easy.  Hope this helps.

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Brag Forum / Re: Finally done

« on: July 20, 2011, 04:21:19 pm »

This is a fantastic piece.  It shows your perserverance and talent.  So many hours of love and care went into it.  Congrats!!!!

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Brag Forum / Mermaid Pattern

« on: July 20, 2011, 04:01:01 pm »

Here is the pattern for the mermaid.  Mine was made of 1/2 inch red oak and is 12 inches tall.  The base is 3" x 10".  Enjoy!!

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Brag Forum / Re: Mermaid

« on: July 20, 2011, 03:58:17 pm »

She is made of 1/2 inch red oak, 12 inches tall and the base is 3" x 10". 
Here is the pattern.

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Brag Forum / Re: Mermaid

« on: July 18, 2011, 08:24:32 pm »

She is made from red oak and is 12 inches tall.  I made the pattern from a picture.  I will post the pattern but I have to scan it first.

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Brag Forum / Re: helped

« on: July 17, 2011, 01:41:16 pm »

Nice work - keep it up!!!

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Brag Forum / Mermaid

« on: July 17, 2011, 01:26:18 pm »

Just finished this one.  Enjoy