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    Default Family heirloom

    My sister had an idea for my father's 95th birthday. She gathered words from children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews that they associated with knowing our father. Stuffed them in a fruit jar, handed them to me, and said "Figure it out". Dad has enjoyed, looking at this plaque on his mantle and he shows it to everyone. It has about 20 different fonts and 43 words (one is misspelled). It is approx 11 1/2" x 14". It took about 4 tries to get it layed out on this size board. Font size is critical to getting good character definition. It doesn't do a lot of good to share the mpc since it is so personal. Give it a try, I guarantee you will get an emotional reaction.
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    Jerry
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    Well done, a very unique gift!

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    That's cool, I am working on the same idea but for nurse's. It is truly time consuming on the lay out. Are all yours outlined letters or raster.

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    it turned out great!
    A Series machine purchased in 2007
    had 30 minutes running time up till 2-13-15

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    All is raster cut.
    Jerry
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    vector 2d, 3d advanced, conforming vectors, STL. Photo Explosion 4.
    HF 2hp dust collector. Headquartered in West-Central IL.

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    What a neat idea, well done!

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    Very creative idea! Definitely a family heirloom! Thank you for sharing!

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    That turned out wonderful I'm sure your father enjoys it!

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    Very nicely done. It should give a lot of people gift ideas for their familys. Thanks for sharing.

    Mike
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    All raster cuts and no chips, miracle in itself. Great job.

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