Planer and jointer opinions wanted

[Linda In Phoenix]

I am anxiously waiting for even more input from people. This is helpful majorly, as I know none of you are trying to "sell" me something. Just honest opinions. On the jointer, the utube videos and guy at the store indicated they would be great for helping with twisted or cupped boards...

I would like Fret patteren Thanks for your time....

[Linda In Phoenix]

My 18 year old benchtop planer bit the dust, and replacement parts are unavailable and honestly it was my first planer and would cost more to repair then what it cost to buy it. So....I'm in the market for a new (til now, underappreciated) "toy". I say "toy" because it makes a new...

[Linda In Phoenix]

I do some patterns, but my strong suit is not automobiles. But, it would help you possibly get someone to do it with a bit more info---do you want to do intarsia or fret? Front view or side view?...

[Linda In Phoenix]

Excellent contrast not only in wood choices (LOVE the bocote), but also 90 degree corners on the bocote and radius corners on the maple. Very nice!

[Linda In Phoenix]

2020 is definitely giving you a rough go of it. You know that all of your friends here on this forum will be rooting for your recovery to take a big U turn and get back on track toward positive news. Long distance hugs to you!

[Linda In Phoenix]

Your bold choice of color and grain contrasts in the hummingbird are to be commended. We have hummingbirds come around our home every day, and the prettiest ones have more contrast. Very nice!

[Linda In Phoenix]

She would be honored by your tribute

[Linda In Phoenix]

You were quite busy today! Very very nice....and the snowman is a smile just bursting out!

[Linda In Phoenix]

I just might have to take advantage of this covid lull in normal activity and try to make one of these. Yours are beautiful!

[Linda In Phoenix]

It looks so much bigger in the finished pictures taken outdoors, then the dimensions you show. To get so much detail in something so small is amazing. Very nice!

[Linda In Phoenix]

I've kind of been in the same rut. Putzing at household "to-do" lists is getting old. I may not have any fairs or markets locally reopening yet, but the wood has some sort of seductive pull reaching out beckoning to be used and crafted into something someone will eventually appreciate. ...

[Linda In Phoenix]

Very cool. No boredom either....the history helped give insight into the pieces. I look forward to seeing more of your art.

[Linda In Phoenix]

Very nice and thank you for sharing. Finishing old projects can actually be rewarding in a very different kind of way. Can't wait to see!

[Linda In Phoenix]

Here is the pick-me-up like a kid at Christmas happy I got today --- just because every now and then you grab the smile when you can.
My phone diverted an incoming "potential spam" call to my voice mail rather then ringing. That alone is a victory.
When I check the voice mail...

[Linda In Phoenix]

All of you are my motivation to do this....you put the pressure on to try new things and keep trying to improve. Thank you all for your help.

[Linda In Phoenix]

That is a beauty!!!

[Linda In Phoenix]

Keep us posted. Take care of not just him, but yourself too. You can't take good care of him if you are not taking care of you. We'll keep you in thoughts.

[Linda In Phoenix]

Quite the honor! Some juried art shows don't look at wood creations as art (because the judges don't necessarily know how to judge it, or because the entrants forget juried art show criteria usually depend on originality), where other shows welcome the diversity with open arms. That niche of recognition...

[Linda In Phoenix]

I didn't tell the saw part did I Rolf?! I Used a jigsaw on most of it, and did some tight cuts on my 30" Excalibur scroll saw. Awkward, but true.