Chess Set Underway - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

azbison · 01-21-2009, 05:10 PM

I'm starting a set based on the Notre Dame pattern made out of Cherry and Padauk. I just love the contrast in those two woods, it's almost as perfect as Maple and Walnut.

I've cut the pieces and run the based on a disk sander to get them flat. I then cut the borders on the bases so I have a perfect size when I find the center for the holes for the weights. I then cut the holes for the weights with a 7/8 inch forstner bit. That's as far as I've gotten. I hope to drill the inside cuts tonight and then start cutting pieces.

KtownScroller · 01-21-2009, 05:44 PM

Can't wait to see the progress on the chess set. It looks like you are off to a good start. The two woods chosen are a nice contrast. You don't need maple and walnut to have a nice contrast. Very good.

Out of The Woods · 01-21-2009, 06:47 PM

Looks great. You'll have fun with that one. I just saw that one made back from 2005 when I was googling chess set patterns.

I just finished making a board and the pieces but still have to stain the pieces. I just ordered a book that is supposed to have nine patterns for chess sets.

One question: Do you think the two colors of the pieces need to match the board?

Thanks

Out of The Woods · 01-21-2009, 06:49 PM

Also I forgot to ask where you get the weights??

azbison · 01-21-2009, 07:04 PM

Rick, Last year when I was looking for chess set patterns, I got that book too. It has good patterns, but they really didn't appeal to me. So I made my own patterns. This is one of them.

As for the weights, it's a new wrinkle in my designs. I've talked to serious chess players and they feel all pieces should be weighted. So what I did was bore a 7/8ths inch hole that I will put lead shot into, glue into place, fill with either putty or wood filler, then cover with felt.

At bass pro shops, 3 1/2 pounds of lead shot is $10. I don't think I'll need that much. Just enough to add an ounce or so to the pieces.

Barefoot1 · 01-22-2009, 03:16 PM

Awesome Jim, that is going to be an awesome set. i am planning a second set now to reproduce the earlier set for the article.

KtownScroller · 01-22-2009, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by azbison

Rick, Last year when I was looking for chess set patterns, I got that book too. It has good patterns, but they really didn't appeal to me. So I made my own patterns. This is one of them.

As for the weights, it's a new wrinkle in my designs. I've talked to serious chess players and they feel all pieces should be weighted. So what I did was bore a 7/8ths inch hole that I will put lead shot into, glue into place, fill with either putty or wood filler, then cover with felt.

At bass pro shops, 3 1/2 pounds of lead shot is $10. I don't think I'll need that much. Just enough to add an ounce or so to the pieces.

Jim - I think the lead weight is a good addition. The extra weight make them harder to tip over. And the lead gives the pieces a nice feel. Great idea!

azbison · 01-22-2009, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Barefoot1

Awesome Jim, that is going to be an awesome set. i am planning a second set now to reproduce the earlier set for the article.

I'm trying to get my own blue ribbons...

Ellenburg48 · 01-22-2009, 04:20 PM

Way cool project............I've always wanted to see how chess pieces are done! Thanks so much for sharing your project as a WIP!!! I will surely follow this thread. I can't wait to see the next pictures. I love your wood choices too.
Christina

Band Saw Box · 01-22-2009, 07:52 PM

Looks like your well on your way to having a very cool chess set. I thought it would be neat to make a chess set but I dont play and I cant think of any one I know who does it just not a project I would do. But I really want to see how your doing as time goes by.

01-21-2009, 05:10 PM	#1
azbison Jr. Sawdust Taster Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 585	Chess Set Underway I'm starting a set based on the Notre Dame pattern made out of Cherry and Padauk. I just love the contrast in those two woods, it's almost as perfect as Maple and Walnut. I've cut the pieces and run the based on a disk sander to get them flat. I then cut the borders on the bases so I have a perfect size when I find the center for the holes for the weights. I then cut the holes for the weights with a 7/8 inch forstner bit. That's as far as I've gotten. I hope to drill the inside cuts tonight and then start cutting pieces. __________________ -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Jim DW788 My scrollin' blog The worst day scrollin' is better than the best day o' workin'

01-21-2009, 05:44 PM	#2
KtownScroller Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 3,808	Can't wait to see the progress on the chess set. It looks like you are off to a good start. The two woods chosen are a nice contrast. You don't need maple and walnut to have a nice contrast. Very good. __________________ -- Rick --

01-21-2009, 06:47 PM	#3
Out of The Woods Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Wylie, Texas Posts: 189	Chess Set Looks great. You'll have fun with that one. I just saw that one made back from 2005 when I was googling chess set patterns. I just finished making a board and the pieces but still have to stain the pieces. I just ordered a book that is supposed to have nine patterns for chess sets. One question: Do you think the two colors of the pieces need to match the board? Thanks __________________ Rick- Out of the Woods

01-21-2009, 06:49 PM	#4
Out of The Woods Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Wylie, Texas Posts: 189	Chess Sets Also I forgot to ask where you get the weights?? __________________ Rick- Out of the Woods

01-21-2009, 07:04 PM	#5
azbison Jr. Sawdust Taster Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 585	Rick, Last year when I was looking for chess set patterns, I got that book too. It has good patterns, but they really didn't appeal to me. So I made my own patterns. This is one of them. As for the weights, it's a new wrinkle in my designs. I've talked to serious chess players and they feel all pieces should be weighted. So what I did was bore a 7/8ths inch hole that I will put lead shot into, glue into place, fill with either putty or wood filler, then cover with felt. At bass pro shops, 3 1/2 pounds of lead shot is $10. I don't think I'll need that much. Just enough to add an ounce or so to the pieces. __________________ -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Jim DW788 My scrollin' blog The worst day scrollin' is better than the best day o' workin'

01-22-2009, 03:16 PM	#6
Barefoot1 Wood Mauler Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Jordan Utah Posts: 805	Awesome Jim, that is going to be an awesome set. i am planning a second set now to reproduce the earlier set for the article. __________________ Thomas The Barefoot Scroller ~ Thomas@barefootwoodworks.com www.barefootwoodworks.com

01-22-2009, 04:20 PM	#9
Ellenburg48 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Jennings, OK Posts: 422	Way cool project............I've always wanted to see how chess pieces are done! Thanks so much for sharing your project as a WIP!!! I will surely follow this thread. I can't wait to see the next pictures. I love your wood choices too. Christina __________________ May all your days be filled with sunshine, happiness, laughter and much love.

01-22-2009, 07:52 PM	#10
Band Saw Box World's Greatest Scroller Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Hampton, VA Posts: 1,797	Looks like your well on your way to having a very cool chess set. I thought it would be neat to make a chess set but I dont play and I cant think of any one I know who does it just not a project I would do. But I really want to see how your doing as time goes by. __________________ : Dan US Navy PR1 (Ret) To all who serve or have served, Thank you Well I am the worlds greatest scroller at my house.

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