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by BillK
Mon Aug 02, 2021 11:31 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Reclaimed Cedar sign
Replies: 10
Views: 3236

Re: Reclaimed Cedar sign

Really nice Scott. I like the shape of that.
by BillK
Thu Jul 22, 2021 12:38 am
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: Artifacts using an offset finishing toolpath....
Replies: 9
Views: 2079

Re: Artifacts using an offset finishing toolpath....

I use the offset cut with a lot of my work, with a climb cut instead of conventional. Use the retract, .010” should be enough. Consider using a corner with a radius on the vector square you are picking for carving. Two things will generate the lines, the stepover to the next size (which is a hard 90...
by BillK
Fri Jul 16, 2021 11:50 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Fence post birds
Replies: 5
Views: 1849

Fence post birds

We are lucky to be part of a condo association near the beach in southern Maine that borders on a wildlife refuge. About 2 years ago, the fence at the back of the property was replaced. I had been making models of birds, many that we see daily there, so I asked if I could make 5.5”x5.5” carvings to ...
by BillK
Sat Jul 10, 2021 2:54 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Marking gauge in Maple
Replies: 11
Views: 3576

Re: Marking gauge in Maple

Thanks. After 7 months of use, I find this gauge is my “go to”. Probably because it was made to fit my hand. Also holds the position solidly. Thinking of making a double rod style for marking mortices in the fall. Highly recommend the kit for this style gauge.
by BillK
Sun Jul 04, 2021 3:27 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: "Harley Saga Tiny" OR "I must be Insane" :)
Replies: 35
Views: 8447

Re: "Harley Saga Tiny" OR "I must be Insane" :)

That’s going to keep you busy for the summer. I’d be too impatient to have to spend that much time on each and probably crop the design so you just had the motorcycle on the fob instead of the whole gas station, since that seems to be the important object. But you will be creating a small treasure f...
by BillK
Sat Jul 03, 2021 3:03 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: "Harley Saga Tiny" OR "I must be Insane" :)
Replies: 35
Views: 8447

Re: "Harley Saga Tiny" OR "I must be Insane" :)

A philosopher once commented on one of my posts:

“ Of course if you're not careful...You'll be "Tweaking" stuff for Production!! :)
(production is all well and good....but Boy does it get boring Quick!!:)”

I thought it might be appropriate to add that in here.
by BillK
Tue Jun 29, 2021 5:58 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Koru Fibonacci
Replies: 5
Views: 1832

Re: Koru Fibonacci

Very neat! Like the paint job also.
by BillK
Sat Jun 26, 2021 1:57 am
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: Mom's "Harley Saga" Ends (Finally!)
Replies: 16
Views: 3937

Re: Mom's "Harley Saga" Ends (Finally!)

Scott,

Great job, looks like the exact right size piece for that carving model. I’ve also been running my 1.5mm at 16,000 rpm and find it doing a better job and lasting longer. Its hard to handle the humidity swings in the summer during a day. But you did a great save on this! She’ll love it.
by BillK
Wed Jun 23, 2021 9:40 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Piping Plover
Replies: 3
Views: 1316

Re: Piping Plover

Thanks Scott. Wells beach has many nests also caged off with a closed top. I think the wire is big enough for the Mama to get out, but won’t allow anything in. We got close enough to see one sitting on the eggs, right in the middle of the 20’ diameter cage. Seems to be working well, seeing many more...
by BillK
Tue Jun 22, 2021 9:12 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Piping Plover
Replies: 3
Views: 1316

Piping Plover

Model I created of a Piping Plover. Endangered species that is coming back. This is carved in Ipe and coated in teak oil. Will be mounted on a fence post near where there are many real piping plovers.
by BillK
Tue Jun 22, 2021 7:31 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Thin Blue Line Flag
Replies: 4
Views: 1535

Re: Thin Blue Line Flag

Thanks Scott T.!
by BillK
Mon Jun 21, 2021 6:03 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Thin Blue Line Flag
Replies: 4
Views: 1535

Re: Thin Blue Line Flag

Thanks Scott. His wife presented it to him yesterday and he seemed very touched and impressed by it. I haven’t seen any others where the badge has been modeled like this.
by BillK
Sun Jun 20, 2021 11:38 pm
Forum: Aspire - Gallery
Topic: Thin Blue Line Flag
Replies: 4
Views: 1535

Thin Blue Line Flag

I always wanted to make one of these.

A thin blue line flag for our favorite police officer. Blurred out some detail for privacy, but you get the idea. Really loved making this one. Michigan red pine, Maine maple, and as always Made in the U.S.A. Thanks for your service, Happy Father’s Day.
by BillK
Wed Jun 16, 2021 5:46 pm
Forum: Aspire - Tips and Tricks
Topic: Modeling isometric shapes using Aspire
Replies: 12
Views: 3835

Re: Modeling isometric shapes using Aspire

Just to clarify a bit I am not interested in any particular shape per say but more so the perspective of shapes and models. When I use the word "isometric" I am referring to an angled view perspective, not straight on. I can create shapes and models with a straight on perspective fairly decently, i...