Cedar Sign

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beltramidave

Discussion Starter · Jul 10, 2020

Been working on lots of different projects lately, but this may be my favorite. Made for brother in law from big box store cedar 2x6's and finished with spar. Overall size is approximately 48"x30".

Third picture was from last night while sitting around the campfire burning my scraps. I decided to frame my 'scrap' with the fire.

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difalkner

· #2 · Jul 10, 2020

That's a really good looking sign, Dave! That had to take many hours to cut - how long?

David

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honesttjohn

· #3 · Jul 10, 2020

Did your BIL give you a big tip for that one?? He should have!!

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RainMan 2.0

· #4 · Jul 10, 2020

Wow comes to mind. I certainly like that

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Oscar36

· #5 · Jul 10, 2020

Very beautiful piece.

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beltramidave

Discussion Starter · #6 · Jul 10, 2020

difalkner said:
That's a really good looking sign, Dave! That had to take many hours to cut - how long?

David

Thanks David. About 7 hours of machine time.

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beltramidave

Discussion Starter · #7 · Jul 10, 2020

honesttjohn said:
Did your BIL give you a big tip for that one?? He should have!!

Will see, Haven't billed him yet.

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TenGees

· #8 · Jul 11, 2020

Very nice, Dave. Do you paint before carving?

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MEBCWD

· #9 · Jul 11, 2020

Framed in the black really looks good. He should be more than happy with it.

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beltramidave

Discussion Starter · #10 · Jul 12, 2020

TenGees said:
Very nice, Dave. Do you paint before carving?

Paul, the black was painted after the carving. I typically seal the wood first and then paint so that the paint doesn't bleed and also can clean off any paint that gets where it shouldn't. After painting, more finish coats are added.