This is going to be my next project of scroll sawing/carving. I want to make a couple of these but first. have to figure out how the support rod attaches to the back of the heart(s). About 6" tall and 4 1/2" wide.

Looking forward to following along, Rick!

My blanks are cut out. I had trouble with mt Craftsman jig saw and will have to do some cleanup, on the insides,with gouges.

Is it just me or are the hearts in the original slanted, with the bottom further out than the top. If that is the case then you could use something like a pocket hole (that doesn't go all the way though) and a matching taper cut into the dowel.

1 minute ago, Wichman3 said:

Is it just me or are the hearts in the original slanted, with the bottom further out than the top. If that is the case then you could use something like a pocket hole (that doesn't go all the way though) and a matching taper cut into the dowel.

My thought exactly. Tomorrow I'll figure out a way to drill that pocket hole at a correct angle. on the back of the hearts.

8 minutes ago, FrederickH said:

My thought exactly. Tomorrow I'll figure out a way to drill that pocket hole at a correct angle. on the back of the hearts.

Drill press + Forstner bit :)

Apparently I fell asleep at the wheel; missed this. Very cool project. Looking forward to following along. Thanks in advance for sharing the journey.

Pocket holes drilled! I was worried about the drill bit moving from the center portion of where I wanted to drill it. My machinist vice provided me with the perfect solution.

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Awesome Rick! Well thought out and done

he almost-twins are just about ready to head downstairs for some finishing. I'm thinking a little bit of gilding is called for?

Those look really awesome! I agree with the gilding idea!

Well done. I have to trust your expertise on the gilding. Looking forward to seeing your vision.

A second coat of gesso and it will be ready for some gold leaf.

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Nice work @FrederickH !

Project completed. I didn't want the finish to be too perfect nor did I want to add patina to them. They'll age in place.

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Love the colors! Black and gold together really looks great. Make a great anniversary present for your Mrs.

Thanks. Anniversary #54 coming up!

Those are awesome. Love the way you finished them; perfectly complimented. Thanks again for sharing the journey and your creativity.

Congratulations in advance on #54. Also very well done!

Those turned out real nice! Good job!!