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Made this about a week ago for my GF as a gift. We diciest to give it to my biddies mother because she was in the hospital. Let me know what u guys think:
Reply:Now that is nice, are you doing a bunch of them???
Reply:Im thinking about making more. My friends mother absolutely loved it. The first one was made out of steel. I'm making another one out of stainless for my GF... Its a lot of fun to make tho. This is My First time with shaping sheet metal.
Reply:Originally Posted by TIGger305Im thinking about making more. My friends mother absolutely loved it. The first one was made out of steel. I'm making another one out of stainless for my GF... Its a lot of fun to make tho. This is My First time with shaping sheet metal.
Reply:Originally Posted by Gerry1964Wow if its your first time then your gonna have a lot of customers in the next few years have a look on google at metal patinas, They are chemical finishes for metalwork which would make your roses look lovely, take a peek here http://www.sculptnouveau.com/You could do the stem dark brown and the Rose in Red, how cool would that be.Brilliant work i bet whoever you give one too will absolutely love it
Reply:Originally Posted by TIGger305Wow!!!!...I'm really liking the finishes!!! I appreciate u pointing me in that direction. I'll see how the next one goes and figure out what to do from there as to if I want to make more. The most time consuming part is cutting the pieces out.
Reply:Very nice. They do sell premade kits to do these if you want. A second option would be to do a good drawing of all the pieces and then take it to a shop that does CNC plasma cutting and have then cut all the pieces out. Most programs can nest parts so you get the most out of say a 1/2 sheet or full sheet. If you aren't in a rush, and the guys do a lot of sheet work, you can also see if they will run your parts on "scrap" from another job when they do the cutting. Depending on what needs to be cut, they might be able to fit a few flowers in the "waste" between the parts to be cut for the other customer and cut you a break on the materials..No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth! Ronald Reagan
Reply:those do look great,sis you draw all the pieces?  And DSW you mentioned kits, where can those be found.  I was thinking about finding someone local to cnc some, really like the postes out come.
Reply:Originally Posted by DSWVery nice. They do sell premade kits to do these if you want. A second option would be to do a good drawing of all the pieces and then take it to a shop that does CNC plasma cutting and have then cut all the pieces out. Most programs can nest parts so you get the most out of say a 1/2 sheet or full sheet. If you aren't in a rush, and the guys do a lot of sheet work, you can also see if they will run your parts on "scrap" from another job when they do the cutting. Depending on what needs to be cut, they might be able to fit a few flowers in the "waste" between the parts to be cut for the other customer and cut you a break on the materials.
Reply:Ron several companies sell the kits. A quick search pulled these up.http://www.piehtoolco.com/contents/en-us/p10379.htmlhttp://saber.net/jere/rose.htmlhttp://www.msmw.com/Pattern_blanks.htmlIf nothing else buy one kit and photocopy the parts before you use them. That way you have a pattern set for later if you want..No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth! Ronald Reagan
Reply:thanks for the reply while you were typing I found some not only here on this site but several others as well.
Reply:That's super cool!     I read the title, but when I opened the first picture I thought of ship's propellers.  But I kept scrolling down... The final result is real nice!!!  Fabulous!  I hope your buddie's Mom gets well soon!!- MondoMember, AWSLincoln ProMIG 140Lincoln AC TombstoneCraftsman Lathe 12 x 24 c1935Atlas MFC Horizontal MillCraftsman Commercial Lathe 12 x 36 c1970- - - I'll just keep on keepin' on.
Reply:Originally Posted by Ron Padillathose do look great,sis you draw all the pieces?  And DSW you mentioned kits, where can those be found.  I was thinking about finding someone local to cnc some, really like the postes out come.
Reply:Originally Posted by DSWRon several companies sell the kits. A quick search pulled these up.http://www.piehtoolco.com/contents/en-us/p10379.htmlhttp://saber.net/jere/rose.htmlhttp://www.msmw.com/Pattern_blanks.htmlIf nothing else buy one kit and photocopy the parts before you use them. That way you have a pattern set for later if you want.
Reply:If you need someone to cut them out let me know. I can draw up a full 4X10 sheet of steel and if you don't mind doing the cleanup yourself, (removing a bit of cross and cleaning off the rust from the water table) it should take about 30-45 seconds with a grinder and flapwheel. I'll cut them at $160 a sheet. I'm guessing you could get about 24-36 complete sets at a minimum per sheet. I can do 24 guage, or even a little thicker with 20 guageOffering CNC Plasma cutting and welding projects.Follow me on facebook https://www.facebook.com/nobigdeal.fabSupport those that support WW.
Reply:I use the same approach to building mine. My wife makes wedding cakes and many of the templates for flowers translate perfectly to sheet metal, right down to the proper sequence to fold the petals in. Looks great!If you don't want to stand behind our Troops, feel free to stand in front of them.
Reply:I gotta try that.  I really like it.(Retired) Professional firefighter, amateur everything else I try to do...Oh yeah:  Go Big Red!   (You know: one of the 12 members of the Big 10 cuz we left the 10 members of the Big 12...)
Reply:if you look at  http://www.piehtoolco.com/contents/en-us/p10379.html it even has what size each piece is download the pattern pic and take to your friendly cut they should be able to work it from there nice flower by the wayCreative metal Creative metal Facebook
Reply:http://weldingweb.com/vbb/showthread.php...ght=steel+rosePatternsA good guess is better than a bad measurement
Reply:Originally Posted by NoBigDeal FabIf you need someone to cut them out let me know. I can draw up a full 4X10 sheet of steel and if you don't mind doing the cleanup yourself, (removing a bit of cross and cleaning off the rust from the water table) it should take about 30-45 seconds with a grinder and flapwheel. I'll cut them at $160 a sheet. I'm guessing you could get about 24-36 complete sets at a minimum per sheet. I can do 24 guage, or even a little thicker with 20 guage
Reply:Originally Posted by Bretthttp://weldingweb.com/vbb/showthread.php...ght=steel+rosePatterns
Reply:Originally Posted by burnt09Beautiful. How are the petals held onto the stem?
Reply:Just curious, if anyone on here makes these to sell, what do they go for?Bruce
Reply:Originally Posted by killdozerd11Bandini
Reply:Originally Posted by burnt09Beautiful. How are the petals held onto the stem?Originally Posted by Bruce AvisonJust curious, if anyone on here makes these to sell, what do they go for?Bruce
Reply:looks great! really good job
Reply:Those look awesome!  Killer work.-AaronJet 17.5" Drill Press1942 South Bend 16x84 Lathe1980s Miller 320A / BP --- 2013 Power Mig 2562012 Jet 7x12 Horizontal BandsawVictor O/A Setup
Reply:Originally Posted by Bruce AvisonJust curious, if anyone on here makes these to sell, what do they go for?Bruce
Reply:Rog02Wow!!!..lots of good info!...do you have any other pictures of your work? I'm having a lot of fun with shaping sheet metal..I been thinking about different things I can make...I eventually want to make something with copper or brass. And beautiful flower u posted!!!...how do you get it to a mirror finish like that?
Reply:Originally Posted by TIGger305Rog02Wow!!!..lots of good info!...do you have any other pictures of your work?
Reply:Rog02Thank u so much for that info..I'll b sure to pick that book up. You gave me a lot of extremely helpful information. I'm looking forward to future projects. This is going to be a lot of fun...I'm going to be finishing up a stainless rose soon..I'll post pictures when its all finished...
Reply:Really done nice job there...My wife tell me about this to see and i see really nice ideas...like it...pool liners
Reply:Originally Posted by NoBigDeal FabIf you need someone to cut them out let me know. I can draw up a full 4X10 sheet of steel and if you don't mind doing the cleanup yourself, (removing a bit of cross and cleaning off the rust from the water table) it should take about 30-45 seconds with a grinder and flapwheel. I'll cut them at $160 a sheet. I'm guessing you could get about 24-36 complete sets at a minimum per sheet. I can do 24 guage, or even a little thicker with 20 guage
Reply:wow thats great,  never thought about glow in the dark before, thats come up superI love that lamp too, Might have a bash making one similar
Reply:Awesome!
Reply:Originally Posted by Gerry1964wow thats great,  never thought about glow in the dark before, thats come up superI love that lamp too, Might have a bash making one similar
Reply:I'm glad they worked out for you. You should be busy for a while. I see roses in your Christmas gift future lol.Offering CNC Plasma cutting and welding projects.Follow me on facebook https://www.facebook.com/nobigdeal.fabSupport those that support WW.
Reply:Originally Posted by TIGger305I had a black light on it to b able to take the pic.. But without the light it has a nice soft glow. It looks cool. I made the lamp out of 2x2 stainless with 1/4" stainless base and like a 10 lamp kit from the store...We had scrap stainless at the shop and thought it would b cool. Especially when I needed a lamp for my room...y buy when u can make nicer for cheeper..... If u make one post the finish product I would like to see it...
Reply:I didnt scroll back up to see who wrote it but, someone did ask what the assembly order is on those, I bought some my self, and should have bought them from you guys I would have saved some money and could have used that to get more. Howeve I will order from you guys next time out is I dont have my own plazma table by then.  thanks for the info,
Reply:I want a setTorchmate 2x2 CNC with Flashcut CNC controlsHypertherm Powermax45 Esab ET220i Razorweld 195 MigRazorweld 200ac/dc TigTormach 770, Tormach xstechRazorweld, Vipercut/Vipermig, SSC Foot Pedal Dealer
Reply:Originally Posted by GambleI want a set
Reply:I know some might b getting tired of seeing these..but I just finished a copper one...and I'm starting to texture the leaves for a more realistic look...Rose is 16oz  copper Stem is steel Leaves are 24ga stainless. Polished to a somewhat Mirror finish...
Reply:That's cool. I just picked up some brass and copper flashing when I helped a friend clean out his grandparents old place. I may have just found a project for those small pieces..No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth! Ronald Reagan
Reply:TIGger that's looking pretty good there!Here is something you might want to try for a change of pace.Not my design.  I found it on the web a few years ago. Attached Images Attached FilesDorothy Stiegler Orchid Instructions.doc (51.5 KB, 32 views)RogerOld, Tired, and GRUMPYSalesman will call, Batteries not included, Assembly is required, and FREE ADVICE IS WORTH EXACTLY WHAT YOU PAY FOR IT!Dial Arc 250HFThunderbolt 225 AC/DCAssorted A/O torches
Reply:Tulip pattern and instructions from the web. Attached Images Attached FilesCopper Tulip Instructions.doc (30.0 KB, 33 views)RogerOld, Tired, and GRUMPYSalesman will call, Batteries not included, Assembly is required, and FREE ADVICE IS WORTH EXACTLY WHAT YOU PAY FOR IT!Dial Arc 250HFThunderbolt 225 AC/DCAssorted A/O torches
Reply:Originally Posted by Rog02Tulip pattern and instructions from the web.
Reply:How about some Nuts?  I drop a ball bearing in these and hang a few on a string for that jingle bell effect.  There is no pattern for the leaves should you want to make a branch.  I just free hand the leaves from the photo.  Have fun! Attached Images Attached FilesPecan in Shell.doc (95.0 KB, 18 views)RogerOld, Tired, and GRUMPYSalesman will call, Batteries not included, Assembly is required, and FREE ADVICE IS WORTH EXACTLY WHAT YOU PAY FOR IT!Dial Arc 250HFThunderbolt 225 AC/DCAssorted A/O torches
Reply:man, that is so awesome! I wish I was artistic like that. You can make some money with those things, great job! I really like that lamp, too!Last edited by TimmyTIG; 12-15-2012 at 06:41 PM.
Reply:Originally Posted by TimmyTIGman, that is so awesome! I wish I was artistic like that. You can make some money with those things, great job! I really like that lamp, too!