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Some are more artistically bent than others. For the flexible types see:

http://www.taunton.com/finewoodworking/Materials/MaterialsArticle.aspx?id=29137

The machine to make it runs around...

Just saw this link and thought others might be interested.

http://www.taunton.com/finewoodworking/ProjectsAndDesign/ProjectsAndDesignArticle.aspx?id=28530

It's a simple workbench that uses...

Dremel has something that looks like a sanding sponge that I used with good results. HD and Lowes both carry it.

da

Jack,

If by "uniform squiggles" you mean periodic, then the above techniques will work better than Inkscape.

If you want random variance, use tremor and wiggle values for the calligraphy...

Jack,

Inkscape will allow you to draw lines with pre-programmed jitter and wiggle and save them as vector (DXF among others). You can cut and paste to make copies and scale to size.

check...

WOW

I put a Skil saw on my PR several years ago.

I used it strictly to rip pieces of ply. On that model, I used a mounting fixture. A carrier with the tool was mounted on a holder. Each tool used...

Dremel has a sanding 'sponge' that works well. It looks like a small scruffy pad and comes in different grits.

When used in a hand chuck it gets in tight without sanding down detail.

da

The best way would be to attach a scroll saw to the 'bot.

NO, don't move the saw.

Mount the saw at the end of the table. Use a spiral blade.

Mount a stepper in place of the router...

Peter,

I use a ULS 25 (30 watt tube). It has a 11 X 17 inch table and a drop down front that lets long pieces stick out if needed.

I rarely use the full table and only used the drop down...

Smoothon is good so is McMaster Carr.

If they have what you want, Smoothon is cheaper.

McMaster has a wider selection but if you only need a pint or some special formula they may be a...

If you're looking for 2D vectors conversions, try:

http://www.convert2vector.com/

They look cheap enough.

da

Robert,

A good source for vacuum pumps is discarded refrigerators. The sealed compressor usually still works even if it's out of coolant.

Just cut it loose and plug it in. One end will...

The standard drivers work well.

You may need to reboot after installation.

da

I be scanning now.

thanks

da

I just acquired a Roland PIX-3.

Unfortunately, I forgot to check if it came with XP drivers. It didn't.

Does anyone know where (or if) XP drivers are available?

Also, there are a...

Execute the file multiple times using Z offsets.

decrease the offset each time until you're at 0.

Can you align the parts with dowels along the external scallops?

If so, can you glue and align each piece then hit them with a couple of 1 1/4" brad nails?

That should hold until the glue...

Robert,

Have you considered contract consults?

Several years ago there were several posts about consults that would take a scanned image and convert it into a 3D file which could then be...

Would one of those plastic grids used as light diffusers be useful for a vacuum support?

da

One way to track down vacuum leaks is to clamp a board down to the table then blow air into the system. You can feel air escaping easier than a vacuum leak.

If you can find a smoke generator,...

John,
I've cut 1/4" rubber sheet that was similar to a mudflap. I tried table and band saws, both had problems. The table saw would pull the sheet down, grab and kick back like Rick said. The...

Don,

Can you correlate performance and humidity?

da

I'm using flexible electrical conduit (the blue bendy stuff from Home Depot) to hold the wires on the Y-axis. Connectors and fittings are readily available or adoptable from other areas (i.e....

Hey Dave,

Where did you learn to weld plywood? Will you be giving lessons at the camps?

da