I have wanted to use a coping saw for this kind of work, but I have chosen to try to make router templates. My problem with a coping saw is that it is very hard to keep the saw perpendicular to the stock.
John http://WhiteCane.org http://BlindWoodWorker.com http://HolyTeaClub.comcom\whitecane http://anellos.ws ----- Original Message ----- From: Max Hearn To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2009 7:15 PM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] wood cut outs Jennifer & John, One thing that may be difficult for working on a silhouette type cut out would be the size of the object. For instance, I was thinking of "cookie cutter shapes or some of the "playdough" cutters. I think probably, they are too small and would be hard to secure for a cut of curves, bends and angles. Have you ever used a coping saw for cutting? Or possibly a jig saw or sabre saw? If the designs were larger, it would most likely be easier to do. And you may want to use a scratch awl or knife point or even a large nail to mark the line of the silhouette. The thing about the coping saw is it only cuts as fast as you make it with arm power. Also, it may be easier to follow the line to cut. Just some thoughts. Best, Max in SC From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of John Sherrer Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2009 3:15 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] wood cut outs The easiest way for the blind to to use a router with a template. Rockler sells these templates, but I do not know if they have what you want. If you do not have a router or want to learn to use one, go to a local woodworking store and ask if they will find someone who will do this for you for free. Many woodworkers are retired people looking for something to do. John http://WhiteCane.org http://BlindWoodWorker.com http://HolyTeaClub.comcom\whitecane http://anellos.ws ----- Original Message ----- From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com <mailto:blindhandyman%40yahoogroups.com> Sent: Thursday, December 03, 2009 9:03 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] wood cut outs I know this question is right up the alley of some of you guys. I want to make some simple wooden cut outs of different figures for my kids and some others. I want them to be flat and I guess a silhouette is the shape I am thinking of for a horse, elephant, and maybe some people shaped like gingerbread men. Simple is what I am going for. How do you all recommend I go about this? I have been told that it is simple and can be done with simple tools by someone who can see the outline to cut on. I do not want to ask someone to do this for me if it is harder than I am thinking. I am then going to put rods through and connect wheels for them. I will also probably paint them a simple color and then let the kids do the details however they want. I might also cut out felt pieces for the horse barding and baby blankets, I have not decided yet. The idea is for a simple and frugal home made gift. I was planning to use salt dough for the figures, but a friend pointed out how easy the wood might be. Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
