One of the jigsaws I got on Sunday was really old in it's original box. Quite a small number of pieces but when I started it they were curled with age, which made it a bit awkward.
I also did another practice piece on the pyrography blanks. Used another different nib and did manage a lighter touch on this one. I also sanded the blank down before I started.
I spent this morning ding household chores, some washing, and making sure the cats were okay as 'mum and dad' were not going to be around until tonight. Then I finished the puzzle before I went out for a short walk.
I think this little puzzle is a great picture. I went off to the park, my knee and ankle did not want to work well today so I just made it to the park, sat on a bench for a bit and then came home via the shop as we needed milk. It was still drizzly and has been grey and misty all day. Took a couple plants which looked bright despite the weather.
Have tried one more practice piece, tried a face which was probably a bit too ambitious, but it is all getting me used to the tool.
No plans for the evening, I have some dvd's if there is nothing on the television.
The poppy looks pretty good to me, the sanding down before you started did make a difference. The portrait is very good too. It's hard to get that much detail into a drawing, let alone burning into wood! I imagine we'll see some great ones when you get some nicer wood too. I'm looking forward to that.
ReplyDeleteJust a thought, but if you want to try to flatten the puzzle, then maybe cover it with a thin cloth and iron it with steam on full. Maybe the steam will soften the cardboard and the heat will flatten it.
Managed to stay dry here all day, but we now have torrential rain as I type this!
I have ordered some birch, not beech as I told you. Bigger pieces for when I feel like taking on a project.
ReplyDeleteI have had the puzzle under heavy books and it has helped a bit.
That is very good is it Marilyn I think it is but then thought it may be you as a teen
ReplyDeleteI was using a Marilyn picture but the likeness wasn't too good. Practice makes perfect!! xxx
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