My turn to give back ... or I hope so

[CSPURGEON]

Well I figured with all the information that I have received off of this forum that at some point I should give back. Well here is a project that I have not carved but thought I would share it so maybe someone else could try it also. I found some wooden picture frames at Michaels for $1. So after looking at the frame I thought it would better to try and carve it while it was inside of a jig. So I make a jig and also drew out the picture frame. When using the jig my idea was to have a dowel come through the back of the jig allowing an area to where the picture frame to hold it in place while carving. Check it out and let me know what you think. I think for a buck if this carves decent with just lettering it would be a good gift.

If you try it before me, let me know how it works or doesn't.

Thanks,
Chris

[karossii]

Thanks for sharing!

[edit] Nevermind - actually downloaded the mpc's, lol. 8" square is a decent sized frame for a buck!

[CSPURGEON]

Thanks for sharing!

[edit] Nevermind - actually downloaded the mpc's, lol. 8" square is a decent sized frame for a buck!

Yes but the only issue I see with it is the depth, especially where the dowel is placed in the back of the frame. Well I will see tomorrow or next week when I finally put it in the machine.

[CarverJerry]

I'm looking for a frame that I can carve that will hold a lithopane 8X10 that is .250thick. Nothing fancy but would appreicate something that can be cut this weekend. Thanks

CarverJerry

[Kenm810]

Maybe one Something like this?

[CarverJerry]

Exactly, thank you so very much. And while we're talking wooden frames is there a preference way to cut the grain to help warpage?

Thanks Ken

CJ

[bjbethke]

Maybe one Something like this?

Just a tip, put a PTN in the waste when making frames, thanks Ken for the MPC.

[CarverJerry]

Now that makes perfect sense, helps relieve some of the pressure. Great tip, thanks again.

CJ

[tagstudios]

I like to use "c" from the webdings font for quickie frames. One or two or even three of them re-sized and placed inside of eachother at variing depths makes nice litte frames...you can add borders..names...vines....whatever.....Put a few of them together and play with their sizes...invert them....they're versatile,fun and functional.....Also these are GREAT for rosettes.

[bjbethke]

I like to use "c" from the webdings font for quickie frames. One or two or even three of them re-sized and placed inside of eachother at variing depths makes nice litte frames...you can add borders..names...vines....whatever.....Put a few of them together and play with their sizes...invert them....they're versatile,fun and functional.....Also these are GREAT for rosettes.

Great point, Thank You BJB