Working with Segmented Blanks/Inlays

[KMCloonan]

Hi All. I've been away (traveling for work)...

Finally found some time to work on a pen this weekend. Olive wood, and scrap plastic. I built an adjustable jig for my bandsaw, so I can make cuts of varying angles for Celtic Knots - I started experimenting with other materials - the red in the center was an old disposable serving plate I got at Goodwill. The white stripes were a used gift card. Unfortunately, the angle of my cuts was a bit shallow, and as I sanded the turned blank, I exposed more of the gift card's surface... You can see some of the print from the card peeking through.

Good thing I didn't use a credit card :biggrin:

I had a ton of fun, and wasn't sure what it would turn out like (literally) until it was done.

 

[RKB]

That is mighty fine work. :biggrin:

Rod

 

[magpens]

Beautiful work, Kevin !!!

 

[OZturner]

Great Pen Kevin,
Superb Segmented Celtic Cross's.
Excellent Fit and Alignment of Segments to Kerf.
Great Finish,
Congratulations,
Brian.

 

[mark james]

Very well done. I like the larger red sections, the larger dimensions adds a lot.

There is some careful work there!

Thanks for sharing.

 

[Jim15]

Awesome work.

 

[KMCloonan]

Thanks all for the great comments. You can't imagine (or maybe you can...) how much I have learned from just looking at all the great pens and discussions on this site. Every time I have "conquered" a new method or design possibility, I see 10 more possibilities to consider. 2 days ago I had never heard of or seen a 6 sided celtic knot. Thanks to this forum, I have my next challenge! Thanks again.