Need assistance in ncleaning up a pattern

[cjones]

I am trying to get a pattern cleaned up but have gotten it about as good as I can. Can anyone here see if they can do any better. Attached is the .MPW file, .JPG file and a picture of one I have carved already. As you can see, some of it came out but the background in the star is rough and the bottom point is completely obscure.

Thanks,

Chris

[oscarl48]

I found a slightly larger image and cleaned that up to normalize the height. I don't believe you will get a good carving due to detail in the graphic and the small size you are carving but good luck. Hopefully this can help.

[cjones]

Thanks Oscar. I will try it out later today and see how it works. Not expecting great detail but my Mom would like a little so as others can tell what it is.

Chris

[SteveNelson46]

Maybe something like this?

[cjones]

Thanks Steve. I got the project done with the one Oscar was able to clean up. The only problem I had when it was completed was the lines breaking due to I forgot to add ant draft to it. Other then taht, My mom is happy with the picture I sent her. Attached is the final carve before cleanup and staining. Using a Natural stain with Poly clear coats to seal.

I appreciate all of your assistance.

Chris

[oscarl48]

Very clean and attractive sign. Very nicely done. :)