[jack2770]

Class is Resuming! - "Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 1

Hello, everyone! It's been a while since I've been here at the class. Those of you who have been following my daily blog know how busy I have been with many different things. As usual, I wish that there were 48 hours in a day (and then some time to sleep on top of that!) But there aren't and I have to make due with the same 24 that everyone else has to work with. And that is OK.

Lately I have had a lot of people write me asking many of the same questions regarding different aspects of scroll sawing. While some of them have been answered here in previous classes, I thought that I would take the time to add some more lessons to the class here on Lumberjocks. This time, instead of having everyone follow along, I am going to do more of a demonstration of making a project from start to finish. I think that by doing things this way, I will better be able to cover all the 'little' things that pop up when we are involved in doing a project. These things in themselves may seem like small things, and for most people don't even warrant asking questions about - but in the process of building the project, each element is equally important, no matter how small, in the overall success. It's somewhat like building a wall. Each brick that is put in place lends to the overall strength and success of the structure.

So let's get started!

The project that I am going to create is a new one I designed called "Reindeer Games Overlay Scroll Sawn Ornaments." In making it, each ornament consists of two pieces - a base with some negative lettering spelling the name of the reindeer, and an overlay piece with a silhouette of the reindeer in flight. Each of the layers are approximately 1/8" think stock, which makes them ideal for making multiple pieces at a time by stack cutting.

Because I made two sets (One in maple and walnut and the other in 1/8" Baltic birch plywood) I will be demonstrating how you can finish the ornaments in two different ways to achieve very different results. Hopefully, by following me through this process step-by-step, you will pick up a few things that you may have not previously known.

I realize that because of the way this is set up some of the information may be things we already discussed in previous classes, but since that class was a year ago, I don't see that as an issue. Besides, seeing these process used in practical application will not only reinforce your knowledge, but it may also help you apply some of these techniques to your own projects and daily routines.

So let's get on with it! Class is once again in session! Of course I welcome and appreciate all comments and discussions about not only these techniques, but also those that have been successful for you. We learn a great deal from each other by sharing information and I by no means feel that I know everything! I always say that there are many paths to the same destination. So lets see how many different paths we can explore to expand our knowledge and skills here.

I hope you enjoy the video. Part 1 includes the introduction and set up of the pieces.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=nkyW-_4CPU4

I have embedded the video here, for those of you who don't like to click on things that leave the site, but if you want to go to YouTube and subscribe to my channel, you can do so here:

Scrollgirlcanada's Channel

Once there, you can see other videos that I have released and subscribe to my channel. When you subscribe, you receive an email notification every time I upload a new video. I plan on doing more videos on both scroll sawing and also finishing and different painting techniques, so if you are interested in those subjects, you may want to subscribe.

Thanks to Martin and Debbie for allowing me to post here in this forum. It is wonderful to be able to share ideas with you all and learn from you all too!

Enjoy!

Greetings from Colombia south america, I step by step lessons and doing the exercises, recently acquired the scroll saw and I think I made good progress with their classes and videos, congratulations and a hug.
sorry but I am using a translator of English.
I will continue practicing a lot, I love this work, and will follow you true to your school
thanks again.

Greetings from Colombia south america, I step by step lessons and doing the exercises, recently acquired the scroll saw and I think I made good progress with their classes and videos, congratulations and a hug.
sorry but I am using a translator of English.
I will continue practicing a lot, I love this work, and will follow you true to your school
thanks again.

Greetings from Colombia south america, I step by step lessons and doing the exercises, recently acquired the scroll saw and I think I made good progress with their classes and videos, congratulations and a hug.
sorry but I am using a translator of English.
I will continue practicing a lot, I love this work, and will follow you true to your school
thanks again.

Greetings from Colombia south america, I step by step lessons and doing the exercises, recently acquired the scroll saw and I think I made good progress with their classes and videos, congratulations and a hug.
sorry but I am using a translator of English.
I will continue practicing a lot, I love this work, and will follow you true to your school
thanks again.

Greetings from Colombia south america, I step by step lessons and doing the exercises, recently acquired the scroll saw and I think I made good progress with their classes and videos, congratulations and a hug.
sorry but I am using a translator of English.
I will continue practicing a lot, I love this work, and will follow you true to your school
thanks again.

Greetings from Colombia south america, I step by step lessons and doing the exercises, recently acquired the scroll saw and I think I made good progress with their classes and videos, congratulations and a hug.
sorry but I am using a translator of English.
I will continue practicing a lot, I love this work, and will follow you true to your school
thanks again.

 

[scrollgirl]

Class is Resuming! - "Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 1

Hello, everyone! It's been a while since I've been here at the class. Those of you who have been following my daily blog know how busy I have been with many different things. As usual, I wish that there were 48 hours in a day (and then some time to sleep on top of that!) But there aren't and I have to make due with the same 24 that everyone else has to work with. And that is OK.

Lately I have had a lot of people write me asking many of the same questions regarding different aspects of scroll sawing. While some of them have been answered here in previous classes, I thought that I would take the time to add some more lessons to the class here on Lumberjocks. This time, instead of having everyone follow along, I am going to do more of a demonstration of making a project from start to finish. I think that by doing things this way, I will better be able to cover all the 'little' things that pop up when we are involved in doing a project. These things in themselves may seem like small things, and for most people don't even warrant asking questions about - but in the process of building the project, each element is equally important, no matter how small, in the overall success. It's somewhat like building a wall. Each brick that is put in place lends to the overall strength and success of the structure.

So let's get started!

The project that I am going to create is a new one I designed called "Reindeer Games Overlay Scroll Sawn Ornaments." In making it, each ornament consists of two pieces - a base with some negative lettering spelling the name of the reindeer, and an overlay piece with a silhouette of the reindeer in flight. Each of the layers are approximately 1/8" think stock, which makes them ideal for making multiple pieces at a time by stack cutting.

Because I made two sets (One in maple and walnut and the other in 1/8" Baltic birch plywood) I will be demonstrating how you can finish the ornaments in two different ways to achieve very different results. Hopefully, by following me through this process step-by-step, you will pick up a few things that you may have not previously known.

I realize that because of the way this is set up some of the information may be things we already discussed in previous classes, but since that class was a year ago, I don't see that as an issue. Besides, seeing these process used in practical application will not only reinforce your knowledge, but it may also help you apply some of these techniques to your own projects and daily routines.

So let's get on with it! Class is once again in session! Of course I welcome and appreciate all comments and discussions about not only these techniques, but also those that have been successful for you. We learn a great deal from each other by sharing information and I by no means feel that I know everything! I always say that there are many paths to the same destination. So lets see how many different paths we can explore to expand our knowledge and skills here.

I hope you enjoy the video. Part 1 includes the introduction and set up of the pieces.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=nkyW-_4CPU4

I have embedded the video here, for those of you who don't like to click on things that leave the site, but if you want to go to YouTube and subscribe to my channel, you can do so here:

Scrollgirlcanada's Channel

Once there, you can see other videos that I have released and subscribe to my channel. When you subscribe, you receive an email notification every time I upload a new video. I plan on doing more videos on both scroll sawing and also finishing and different painting techniques, so if you are interested in those subjects, you may want to subscribe.

Thanks to Martin and Debbie for allowing me to post here in this forum. It is wonderful to be able to share ideas with you all and learn from you all too!

Enjoy!

Welcome, Javy! I will be posting the additional lessons in the next day or so. I hope you enjoy them and are able to understand everything.

Enjoy! Sheila

 

[KenFitz]

Class is Resuming! - "Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 1

Hello, everyone! It's been a while since I've been here at the class. Those of you who have been following my daily blog know how busy I have been with many different things. As usual, I wish that there were 48 hours in a day (and then some time to sleep on top of that!) But there aren't and I have to make due with the same 24 that everyone else has to work with. And that is OK.

Lately I have had a lot of people write me asking many of the same questions regarding different aspects of scroll sawing. While some of them have been answered here in previous classes, I thought that I would take the time to add some more lessons to the class here on Lumberjocks. This time, instead of having everyone follow along, I am going to do more of a demonstration of making a project from start to finish. I think that by doing things this way, I will better be able to cover all the 'little' things that pop up when we are involved in doing a project. These things in themselves may seem like small things, and for most people don't even warrant asking questions about - but in the process of building the project, each element is equally important, no matter how small, in the overall success. It's somewhat like building a wall. Each brick that is put in place lends to the overall strength and success of the structure.

So let's get started!

The project that I am going to create is a new one I designed called "Reindeer Games Overlay Scroll Sawn Ornaments." In making it, each ornament consists of two pieces - a base with some negative lettering spelling the name of the reindeer, and an overlay piece with a silhouette of the reindeer in flight. Each of the layers are approximately 1/8" think stock, which makes them ideal for making multiple pieces at a time by stack cutting.

Because I made two sets (One in maple and walnut and the other in 1/8" Baltic birch plywood) I will be demonstrating how you can finish the ornaments in two different ways to achieve very different results. Hopefully, by following me through this process step-by-step, you will pick up a few things that you may have not previously known.

I realize that because of the way this is set up some of the information may be things we already discussed in previous classes, but since that class was a year ago, I don't see that as an issue. Besides, seeing these process used in practical application will not only reinforce your knowledge, but it may also help you apply some of these techniques to your own projects and daily routines.

So let's get on with it! Class is once again in session! Of course I welcome and appreciate all comments and discussions about not only these techniques, but also those that have been successful for you. We learn a great deal from each other by sharing information and I by no means feel that I know everything! I always say that there are many paths to the same destination. So lets see how many different paths we can explore to expand our knowledge and skills here.

I hope you enjoy the video. Part 1 includes the introduction and set up of the pieces.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=nkyW-_4CPU4

I have embedded the video here, for those of you who don't like to click on things that leave the site, but if you want to go to YouTube and subscribe to my channel, you can do so here:

Scrollgirlcanada's Channel

Once there, you can see other videos that I have released and subscribe to my channel. When you subscribe, you receive an email notification every time I upload a new video. I plan on doing more videos on both scroll sawing and also finishing and different painting techniques, so if you are interested in those subjects, you may want to subscribe.

Thanks to Martin and Debbie for allowing me to post here in this forum. It is wonderful to be able to share ideas with you all and learn from you all too!

Enjoy!

Hi Sheila,

Well after all this time of following you, I decided to try this one out. Actually just getting started so I'm a little confused re: the blades. Do you have a post somewhere that talks blades?

Ken
P.S.

 

[scrollgirl]

Class is Resuming! - "Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 1

Hello, everyone! It's been a while since I've been here at the class. Those of you who have been following my daily blog know how busy I have been with many different things. As usual, I wish that there were 48 hours in a day (and then some time to sleep on top of that!) But there aren't and I have to make due with the same 24 that everyone else has to work with. And that is OK.

Lately I have had a lot of people write me asking many of the same questions regarding different aspects of scroll sawing. While some of them have been answered here in previous classes, I thought that I would take the time to add some more lessons to the class here on Lumberjocks. This time, instead of having everyone follow along, I am going to do more of a demonstration of making a project from start to finish. I think that by doing things this way, I will better be able to cover all the 'little' things that pop up when we are involved in doing a project. These things in themselves may seem like small things, and for most people don't even warrant asking questions about - but in the process of building the project, each element is equally important, no matter how small, in the overall success. It's somewhat like building a wall. Each brick that is put in place lends to the overall strength and success of the structure.

So let's get started!

The project that I am going to create is a new one I designed called "Reindeer Games Overlay Scroll Sawn Ornaments." In making it, each ornament consists of two pieces - a base with some negative lettering spelling the name of the reindeer, and an overlay piece with a silhouette of the reindeer in flight. Each of the layers are approximately 1/8" think stock, which makes them ideal for making multiple pieces at a time by stack cutting.

Because I made two sets (One in maple and walnut and the other in 1/8" Baltic birch plywood) I will be demonstrating how you can finish the ornaments in two different ways to achieve very different results. Hopefully, by following me through this process step-by-step, you will pick up a few things that you may have not previously known.

I realize that because of the way this is set up some of the information may be things we already discussed in previous classes, but since that class was a year ago, I don't see that as an issue. Besides, seeing these process used in practical application will not only reinforce your knowledge, but it may also help you apply some of these techniques to your own projects and daily routines.

So let's get on with it! Class is once again in session! Of course I welcome and appreciate all comments and discussions about not only these techniques, but also those that have been successful for you. We learn a great deal from each other by sharing information and I by no means feel that I know everything! I always say that there are many paths to the same destination. So lets see how many different paths we can explore to expand our knowledge and skills here.

I hope you enjoy the video. Part 1 includes the introduction and set up of the pieces.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=nkyW-_4CPU4

I have embedded the video here, for those of you who don't like to click on things that leave the site, but if you want to go to YouTube and subscribe to my channel, you can do so here:

Scrollgirlcanada's Channel

Once there, you can see other videos that I have released and subscribe to my channel. When you subscribe, you receive an email notification every time I upload a new video. I plan on doing more videos on both scroll sawing and also finishing and different painting techniques, so if you are interested in those subjects, you may want to subscribe.

Thanks to Martin and Debbie for allowing me to post here in this forum. It is wonderful to be able to share ideas with you all and learn from you all too!

Enjoy!

Hi, Ken:
Yes, in Part 2 of this series I talk a bit about blades. I also have links to and Olson Blade Chart that you can download and and article that Keith wrote on blade selection that is available on the Free Stuff page of my site.

Scroll Saw Blade Selection

I hope these help answer your questions. If you still have any additional question, please don't hesitate to ask. Welcome!

 

[scrollgirl]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 2

Ok! So I dropped the ball a little! I honestly forgot that I was posting these videos here in the class. I suppose that there was a bit too much going on, and then I took a short holiday and it completely slipped my mind.

I suppose I don't earn the prize as the smartest kitten in the litter, do I?

But hopefully, you will all let bygones be bygones and we can continue on from here in our little adventure.

Let's see . . . where were we?

We had our pattern applied to our ornaments and were about to stack cut them. Below is the video showing me cutting out the lettering and the inside cuts of the back plate. There are a couple of 'tricks' to doing this easily and I hope you find the video helpful:

I have embedded the video here, but if you go to YouTube, you can subscribe to my channel and then get notification when I add new videos.

In the video, I pretty much explain the process, but I welcome any questions you may have regarding it. Just post them here and I will be happy to answer them here on the forum so that others can benefit from them too.

Thanks again for your attention!

Sheila

 

[Kentuk55]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 2

Ok! So I dropped the ball a little! I honestly forgot that I was posting these videos here in the class. I suppose that there was a bit too much going on, and then I took a short holiday and it completely slipped my mind.

I suppose I don't earn the prize as the smartest kitten in the litter, do I?

But hopefully, you will all let bygones be bygones and we can continue on from here in our little adventure.

Let's see . . . where were we?

We had our pattern applied to our ornaments and were about to stack cut them. Below is the video showing me cutting out the lettering and the inside cuts of the back plate. There are a couple of 'tricks' to doing this easily and I hope you find the video helpful:

I have embedded the video here, but if you go to YouTube, you can subscribe to my channel and then get notification when I add new videos.

In the video, I pretty much explain the process, but I welcome any questions you may have regarding it. Just post them here and I will be happy to answer them here on the forum so that others can benefit from them too.

Thanks again for your attention!

Sheila

LOL, you are funny… Yer a "kool-kat", Sheila

 

[scrollgirl]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 2

Ok! So I dropped the ball a little! I honestly forgot that I was posting these videos here in the class. I suppose that there was a bit too much going on, and then I took a short holiday and it completely slipped my mind.

I suppose I don't earn the prize as the smartest kitten in the litter, do I?

But hopefully, you will all let bygones be bygones and we can continue on from here in our little adventure.

Let's see . . . where were we?

We had our pattern applied to our ornaments and were about to stack cut them. Below is the video showing me cutting out the lettering and the inside cuts of the back plate. There are a couple of 'tricks' to doing this easily and I hope you find the video helpful:

I have embedded the video here, but if you go to YouTube, you can subscribe to my channel and then get notification when I add new videos.

In the video, I pretty much explain the process, but I welcome any questions you may have regarding it. Just post them here and I will be happy to answer them here on the forum so that others can benefit from them too.

Thanks again for your attention!

Sheila

Thanks Roger! Glad you enjoy!

Sheila

 

[KenFitz]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 2

Ok! So I dropped the ball a little! I honestly forgot that I was posting these videos here in the class. I suppose that there was a bit too much going on, and then I took a short holiday and it completely slipped my mind.

I suppose I don't earn the prize as the smartest kitten in the litter, do I?

But hopefully, you will all let bygones be bygones and we can continue on from here in our little adventure.

Let's see . . . where were we?

We had our pattern applied to our ornaments and were about to stack cut them. Below is the video showing me cutting out the lettering and the inside cuts of the back plate. There are a couple of 'tricks' to doing this easily and I hope you find the video helpful:

I have embedded the video here, but if you go to YouTube, you can subscribe to my channel and then get notification when I add new videos.

In the video, I pretty much explain the process, but I welcome any questions you may have regarding it. Just post them here and I will be happy to answer them here on the forum so that others can benefit from them too.

Thanks again for your attention!

Sheila

shouldn't that be "h" for ho ho ho! lol Great video.

 

[TopamaxSurvivor]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 2

Ok! So I dropped the ball a little! I honestly forgot that I was posting these videos here in the class. I suppose that there was a bit too much going on, and then I took a short holiday and it completely slipped my mind.

I suppose I don't earn the prize as the smartest kitten in the litter, do I?

But hopefully, you will all let bygones be bygones and we can continue on from here in our little adventure.

Let's see . . . where were we?

We had our pattern applied to our ornaments and were about to stack cut them. Below is the video showing me cutting out the lettering and the inside cuts of the back plate. There are a couple of 'tricks' to doing this easily and I hope you find the video helpful:

I have embedded the video here, but if you go to YouTube, you can subscribe to my channel and then get notification when I add new videos.

In the video, I pretty much explain the process, but I welcome any questions you may have regarding it. Just post them here and I will be happy to answer them here on the forum so that others can benefit from them too.

Thanks again for your attention!

Sheila

You make it look too easy ;-)

 

[scrollgirl]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 2

Ok! So I dropped the ball a little! I honestly forgot that I was posting these videos here in the class. I suppose that there was a bit too much going on, and then I took a short holiday and it completely slipped my mind.

I suppose I don't earn the prize as the smartest kitten in the litter, do I?

But hopefully, you will all let bygones be bygones and we can continue on from here in our little adventure.

Let's see . . . where were we?

We had our pattern applied to our ornaments and were about to stack cut them. Below is the video showing me cutting out the lettering and the inside cuts of the back plate. There are a couple of 'tricks' to doing this easily and I hope you find the video helpful:

I have embedded the video here, but if you go to YouTube, you can subscribe to my channel and then get notification when I add new videos.

In the video, I pretty much explain the process, but I welcome any questions you may have regarding it. Just post them here and I will be happy to answer them here on the forum so that others can benefit from them too.

Thanks again for your attention!

Sheila

Yes, Ken! I should be in the holiday spirit! And Bob - it IS easy! Just one hole at a time. Not overwhelming yourself is the key. (and a little practice!)

Sheila

 

[dust4tears]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 2

Ok! So I dropped the ball a little! I honestly forgot that I was posting these videos here in the class. I suppose that there was a bit too much going on, and then I took a short holiday and it completely slipped my mind.

I suppose I don't earn the prize as the smartest kitten in the litter, do I?

But hopefully, you will all let bygones be bygones and we can continue on from here in our little adventure.

Let's see . . . where were we?

We had our pattern applied to our ornaments and were about to stack cut them. Below is the video showing me cutting out the lettering and the inside cuts of the back plate. There are a couple of 'tricks' to doing this easily and I hope you find the video helpful:

I have embedded the video here, but if you go to YouTube, you can subscribe to my channel and then get notification when I add new videos.

In the video, I pretty much explain the process, but I welcome any questions you may have regarding it. Just post them here and I will be happy to answer them here on the forum so that others can benefit from them too.

Thanks again for your attention!

Sheila

About what speed (on the saw…not your feed rate) do you use? I see it looks to be going quite fast.. When I try to do 'smaller' things and I need to do tight/precise turns….I always seem to end up ruining it~whatever it is~ because it cuts too fast and I overshoot what I am doing.

(I hope that makes sense)

 

[scrollgirl]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 2

Ok! So I dropped the ball a little! I honestly forgot that I was posting these videos here in the class. I suppose that there was a bit too much going on, and then I took a short holiday and it completely slipped my mind.

I suppose I don't earn the prize as the smartest kitten in the litter, do I?

But hopefully, you will all let bygones be bygones and we can continue on from here in our little adventure.

Let's see . . . where were we?

We had our pattern applied to our ornaments and were about to stack cut them. Below is the video showing me cutting out the lettering and the inside cuts of the back plate. There are a couple of 'tricks' to doing this easily and I hope you find the video helpful:

I have embedded the video here, but if you go to YouTube, you can subscribe to my channel and then get notification when I add new videos.

In the video, I pretty much explain the process, but I welcome any questions you may have regarding it. Just post them here and I will be happy to answer them here on the forum so that others can benefit from them too.

Thanks again for your attention!

Sheila

Well, Dust4tears - I use the saw at about 3/4 speed to full speed, depending what I am cutting. I don't know the spm because I don't usually fuss with that. I think that over cutting is more attributed to the rate of feed rather than the speed of the blade. On these little things, you have to have a really light hand. If you watch these videos, you will see that even though the saw is going quite fast, I am not pushing the wood through it hard at all. There are times when I even stop pushing altogether to explain things and even though the speed of the saw is fast, it doesn't do any damage.

I think that most of the time the damage comes when the saw has a greater amount of front to back motion. If you can think of a train wheel chugging forward, you can picture on a much larger scale what I am referring to. The forward movement of the blade doesn't allow you an absolute pivot point, and the wood tends to catch or jump a bit more. You should be able to (lightly) lean the piece of wood on the back of the blade and have little or no movement at all. When the blade has front to back movement, it is more aggressive because it is moving slightly forward into the wood instead of you pushing the wood into the blade. I do show that in the video series.

It is possible to do intricate cutting with a limited amount of front to back movement. You just need to use a small blade and a very light pressure. I know it can be frustrating if the wood grabs and chatters. But that is one of the reasons that I use a fast blade speed too. If the blade speed is too slow, it tend to 'grab' the wood instead of cutting through it. Speeding up your saw will help alleviate this. If you are running the saw at a fast speed and it is still grabbing, try a smaller blade. Larger blades have more surface and therefore there is more friction being generated and again, the wood will have a tendency to chatter.

I hope these thoughts are helpful to you. The main thing is to back off your forward pressure. I tend to slow down considerably at least about 1/2 to 1/4" before arriving at the turning point. You have to really concentrate on it at first, but soon it will come second nature, like when we drive a car.

Let ma know how you do and thanks for asking!

Sheila

 

[scrollgirl]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 3

The next step in cutting out the reindeer ornaments is cutting the reindeer itself, as well as the back board. It was important to cut the small detailed inside cuts first from the ornament, because it is at that point that the wood has the most support. While sometimes you may forget one or two inside cuts and can usually go back and cut them when you are finished (I believe I did this between the back legs of the deer in this video) it is best to try to cut all of the inside cuts first and then do the outer edge of the design.

Also in the video, I show a segment where in applying the hot glue to glue the two layers of wood together, the glue accidentally got on the design area itself. Since I use the extra strength hot glue, prying apart the pieces would have in all likelihood broken the delicate pieces. In order to rectify this situation and separate the pieces without doing them any damage, I simply put them in the microwave oven for ten seconds and I was easily able to separate the pieces.

The microwave heats up the glue, allowing it to let go much easier without additional pressure on the pieces. When doing this process, it is best to work quickly and using a small, sharp paring knife is quite helpful in prying the warmed pieces apart. Remember though to work quickly, and the glue re-sets very fast. If you feel that it is necessary to have additional warming time, I suggest you only try warming the pieces 10 seconds at a time. I find that one attempt is usually sufficient to loosen the pieces, although on the rare occasion additional time is needed. Use care when doing this process.

So without further hesitation, below is the video. As always, please comment here if you have questions so that others can benefit from them too. That also allows others here on Lumberjocks to answer and help out, as sometimes several perspectives are better than only one.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something new from it too.

You can subscribe to my YouTube channel by following the link here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/scrollgirlcanada

By subscribing, you are notified by email when new videos are added. Thank you for watching.

 

[Nicky]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 3

The next step in cutting out the reindeer ornaments is cutting the reindeer itself, as well as the back board. It was important to cut the small detailed inside cuts first from the ornament, because it is at that point that the wood has the most support. While sometimes you may forget one or two inside cuts and can usually go back and cut them when you are finished (I believe I did this between the back legs of the deer in this video) it is best to try to cut all of the inside cuts first and then do the outer edge of the design.

Also in the video, I show a segment where in applying the hot glue to glue the two layers of wood together, the glue accidentally got on the design area itself. Since I use the extra strength hot glue, prying apart the pieces would have in all likelihood broken the delicate pieces. In order to rectify this situation and separate the pieces without doing them any damage, I simply put them in the microwave oven for ten seconds and I was easily able to separate the pieces.

The microwave heats up the glue, allowing it to let go much easier without additional pressure on the pieces. When doing this process, it is best to work quickly and using a small, sharp paring knife is quite helpful in prying the warmed pieces apart. Remember though to work quickly, and the glue re-sets very fast. If you feel that it is necessary to have additional warming time, I suggest you only try warming the pieces 10 seconds at a time. I find that one attempt is usually sufficient to loosen the pieces, although on the rare occasion additional time is needed. Use care when doing this process.

So without further hesitation, below is the video. As always, please comment here if you have questions so that others can benefit from them too. That also allows others here on Lumberjocks to answer and help out, as sometimes several perspectives are better than only one.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something new from it too.

You can subscribe to my YouTube channel by following the link here:

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You did a great job. I have enjoyed the vids and have learned a lot. Maybe now it's time to dust off the scrollsaw and give this a try.

 

[scrollgirl]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 3

The next step in cutting out the reindeer ornaments is cutting the reindeer itself, as well as the back board. It was important to cut the small detailed inside cuts first from the ornament, because it is at that point that the wood has the most support. While sometimes you may forget one or two inside cuts and can usually go back and cut them when you are finished (I believe I did this between the back legs of the deer in this video) it is best to try to cut all of the inside cuts first and then do the outer edge of the design.

Also in the video, I show a segment where in applying the hot glue to glue the two layers of wood together, the glue accidentally got on the design area itself. Since I use the extra strength hot glue, prying apart the pieces would have in all likelihood broken the delicate pieces. In order to rectify this situation and separate the pieces without doing them any damage, I simply put them in the microwave oven for ten seconds and I was easily able to separate the pieces.

The microwave heats up the glue, allowing it to let go much easier without additional pressure on the pieces. When doing this process, it is best to work quickly and using a small, sharp paring knife is quite helpful in prying the warmed pieces apart. Remember though to work quickly, and the glue re-sets very fast. If you feel that it is necessary to have additional warming time, I suggest you only try warming the pieces 10 seconds at a time. I find that one attempt is usually sufficient to loosen the pieces, although on the rare occasion additional time is needed. Use care when doing this process.

So without further hesitation, below is the video. As always, please comment here if you have questions so that others can benefit from them too. That also allows others here on Lumberjocks to answer and help out, as sometimes several perspectives are better than only one.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something new from it too.

You can subscribe to my YouTube channel by following the link here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/scrollgirlcanada

By subscribing, you are notified by email when new videos are added. Thank you for watching.

I would love to hear how you do, Nicky! If you have any questions, just ask!

Sheila

 

[Nicky]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 3

The next step in cutting out the reindeer ornaments is cutting the reindeer itself, as well as the back board. It was important to cut the small detailed inside cuts first from the ornament, because it is at that point that the wood has the most support. While sometimes you may forget one or two inside cuts and can usually go back and cut them when you are finished (I believe I did this between the back legs of the deer in this video) it is best to try to cut all of the inside cuts first and then do the outer edge of the design.

Also in the video, I show a segment where in applying the hot glue to glue the two layers of wood together, the glue accidentally got on the design area itself. Since I use the extra strength hot glue, prying apart the pieces would have in all likelihood broken the delicate pieces. In order to rectify this situation and separate the pieces without doing them any damage, I simply put them in the microwave oven for ten seconds and I was easily able to separate the pieces.

The microwave heats up the glue, allowing it to let go much easier without additional pressure on the pieces. When doing this process, it is best to work quickly and using a small, sharp paring knife is quite helpful in prying the warmed pieces apart. Remember though to work quickly, and the glue re-sets very fast. If you feel that it is necessary to have additional warming time, I suggest you only try warming the pieces 10 seconds at a time. I find that one attempt is usually sufficient to loosen the pieces, although on the rare occasion additional time is needed. Use care when doing this process.

So without further hesitation, below is the video. As always, please comment here if you have questions so that others can benefit from them too. That also allows others here on Lumberjocks to answer and help out, as sometimes several perspectives are better than only one.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something new from it too.

You can subscribe to my YouTube channel by following the link here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/scrollgirlcanada

By subscribing, you are notified by email when new videos are added. Thank you for watching.

I've followed along your blogs and appriciate a masters offer of help.

My first problem eyesight. I see better (upclose) without glasses then with my glasses, but still not good enough to obtain the accuracy required. I thought about a visor with a magnafing lense. Any recommendation for the vision challenged? I'm not looking for medical advise, just curoius if you had a practical solution that you would like to share.

thanks

 

[scrollgirl]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 3

The next step in cutting out the reindeer ornaments is cutting the reindeer itself, as well as the back board. It was important to cut the small detailed inside cuts first from the ornament, because it is at that point that the wood has the most support. While sometimes you may forget one or two inside cuts and can usually go back and cut them when you are finished (I believe I did this between the back legs of the deer in this video) it is best to try to cut all of the inside cuts first and then do the outer edge of the design.

Also in the video, I show a segment where in applying the hot glue to glue the two layers of wood together, the glue accidentally got on the design area itself. Since I use the extra strength hot glue, prying apart the pieces would have in all likelihood broken the delicate pieces. In order to rectify this situation and separate the pieces without doing them any damage, I simply put them in the microwave oven for ten seconds and I was easily able to separate the pieces.

The microwave heats up the glue, allowing it to let go much easier without additional pressure on the pieces. When doing this process, it is best to work quickly and using a small, sharp paring knife is quite helpful in prying the warmed pieces apart. Remember though to work quickly, and the glue re-sets very fast. If you feel that it is necessary to have additional warming time, I suggest you only try warming the pieces 10 seconds at a time. I find that one attempt is usually sufficient to loosen the pieces, although on the rare occasion additional time is needed. Use care when doing this process.

So without further hesitation, below is the video. As always, please comment here if you have questions so that others can benefit from them too. That also allows others here on Lumberjocks to answer and help out, as sometimes several perspectives are better than only one.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something new from it too.

You can subscribe to my YouTube channel by following the link here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/scrollgirlcanada

By subscribing, you are notified by email when new videos are added. Thank you for watching.

Hi, Nicky:
I was like you a couple of years ago. It seemed like I couldn't pinpoint my sight on the details. This occurred both in my painting and my scroll sawing and was quite troublesome. When I went to my eye doctor, she told me that as we approach a 'certain age;' this often happens with our eyes. I tried a couple of different pairs of bi-focal contact lenses (as I wear contacts) and they were helpful, but still not great. She then suggested that I try some of the dollar store "readers" glasses. I took her advice and I am amazed at the difference. I thought my career as a scroller and painter was over, but it helps quite a bit. Now I have several pairs of readers that I keep all over the house for reading, scrolling, painting and any other close work that I may have to do. To me, it was worth the risk of a dollar to give it a try. My eye doc said that the cheap readers are as good as the expensive ones you get at the drug store. It sure helps me a lot and it is something you may want to consider. I hope it helps you as it did me. Please let me know how you make out. I am happy you like the class.

Take care, Sheila

 

[woodknots]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 3

The next step in cutting out the reindeer ornaments is cutting the reindeer itself, as well as the back board. It was important to cut the small detailed inside cuts first from the ornament, because it is at that point that the wood has the most support. While sometimes you may forget one or two inside cuts and can usually go back and cut them when you are finished (I believe I did this between the back legs of the deer in this video) it is best to try to cut all of the inside cuts first and then do the outer edge of the design.

Also in the video, I show a segment where in applying the hot glue to glue the two layers of wood together, the glue accidentally got on the design area itself. Since I use the extra strength hot glue, prying apart the pieces would have in all likelihood broken the delicate pieces. In order to rectify this situation and separate the pieces without doing them any damage, I simply put them in the microwave oven for ten seconds and I was easily able to separate the pieces.

The microwave heats up the glue, allowing it to let go much easier without additional pressure on the pieces. When doing this process, it is best to work quickly and using a small, sharp paring knife is quite helpful in prying the warmed pieces apart. Remember though to work quickly, and the glue re-sets very fast. If you feel that it is necessary to have additional warming time, I suggest you only try warming the pieces 10 seconds at a time. I find that one attempt is usually sufficient to loosen the pieces, although on the rare occasion additional time is needed. Use care when doing this process.

So without further hesitation, below is the video. As always, please comment here if you have questions so that others can benefit from them too. That also allows others here on Lumberjocks to answer and help out, as sometimes several perspectives are better than only one.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something new from it too.

You can subscribe to my YouTube channel by following the link here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/scrollgirlcanada

By subscribing, you are notified by email when new videos are added. Thank you for watching.

I realy like that you do these classes I've picked up a few pointers. Sheila have you tried putting glue on the edges of your wood .that seems to work for me then it wont interfere with the pieces your cutting out .

 

[scrollgirl]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 3

The next step in cutting out the reindeer ornaments is cutting the reindeer itself, as well as the back board. It was important to cut the small detailed inside cuts first from the ornament, because it is at that point that the wood has the most support. While sometimes you may forget one or two inside cuts and can usually go back and cut them when you are finished (I believe I did this between the back legs of the deer in this video) it is best to try to cut all of the inside cuts first and then do the outer edge of the design.

Also in the video, I show a segment where in applying the hot glue to glue the two layers of wood together, the glue accidentally got on the design area itself. Since I use the extra strength hot glue, prying apart the pieces would have in all likelihood broken the delicate pieces. In order to rectify this situation and separate the pieces without doing them any damage, I simply put them in the microwave oven for ten seconds and I was easily able to separate the pieces.

The microwave heats up the glue, allowing it to let go much easier without additional pressure on the pieces. When doing this process, it is best to work quickly and using a small, sharp paring knife is quite helpful in prying the warmed pieces apart. Remember though to work quickly, and the glue re-sets very fast. If you feel that it is necessary to have additional warming time, I suggest you only try warming the pieces 10 seconds at a time. I find that one attempt is usually sufficient to loosen the pieces, although on the rare occasion additional time is needed. Use care when doing this process.

So without further hesitation, below is the video. As always, please comment here if you have questions so that others can benefit from them too. That also allows others here on Lumberjocks to answer and help out, as sometimes several perspectives are better than only one.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something new from it too.

You can subscribe to my YouTube channel by following the link here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/scrollgirlcanada

By subscribing, you are notified by email when new videos are added. Thank you for watching.

Yes, Jeff. Since I did the class, I have learned that I like hot gluing the wood together for stack cutting. It holds well and is fast and clean. The main thing that I discovered is to try really hard not to get the glue on the area that your piece is in. Keep it to the waste area. If it does stick, I found that putting the piece in the microwave for 10 second shots will loosen the hot glue so you can separate the pieces and remove it easier. Live and learn.

I am glad you like the class though. I learned from comments from others too!

Sheila

 

[nitewalker41]

"Reindeer Games" Layered Ornaments Part 3

The next step in cutting out the reindeer ornaments is cutting the reindeer itself, as well as the back board. It was important to cut the small detailed inside cuts first from the ornament, because it is at that point that the wood has the most support. While sometimes you may forget one or two inside cuts and can usually go back and cut them when you are finished (I believe I did this between the back legs of the deer in this video) it is best to try to cut all of the inside cuts first and then do the outer edge of the design.

Also in the video, I show a segment where in applying the hot glue to glue the two layers of wood together, the glue accidentally got on the design area itself. Since I use the extra strength hot glue, prying apart the pieces would have in all likelihood broken the delicate pieces. In order to rectify this situation and separate the pieces without doing them any damage, I simply put them in the microwave oven for ten seconds and I was easily able to separate the pieces.

The microwave heats up the glue, allowing it to let go much easier without additional pressure on the pieces. When doing this process, it is best to work quickly and using a small, sharp paring knife is quite helpful in prying the warmed pieces apart. Remember though to work quickly, and the glue re-sets very fast. If you feel that it is necessary to have additional warming time, I suggest you only try warming the pieces 10 seconds at a time. I find that one attempt is usually sufficient to loosen the pieces, although on the rare occasion additional time is needed. Use care when doing this process.

So without further hesitation, below is the video. As always, please comment here if you have questions so that others can benefit from them too. That also allows others here on Lumberjocks to answer and help out, as sometimes several perspectives are better than only one.

I hope you enjoy the video and learn something new from it too.

You can subscribe to my YouTube channel by following the link here:

http://www.youtube.com/user/scrollgirlcanada

By subscribing, you are notified by email when new videos are added. Thank you for watching.

Sheila….just want to say thanks for the info and video's, I have been practicing from what you have posted and plan to continue….btw love the reindeer games…..did you ever do # 4 on the finishing? Thanks again for the info, it has been of much help and benefit to me. For sure will be checking out your pattern site soon…...JSM