Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Shark Scroll Saw Pattern.


SHARK!!!!!   This guy is over 14 inches long. 

There are around 440 shark species. The first sharks appeared in oceans over 400 million years ago. 
They range in length from ~6.5 inches to 40 feet. The whale shark can weigh up to 13 tons. On average they swim a little over 3 mpg but can reach speeds in excess of 50mph. You are not going to outswim a shark. In the wild sharks have a lifespan of  20 to 30 years.

Sharks even have their own week. Shark Week on the Discovery Channel premiered in 1988. It was created by Tom Golden and features shark-based programming. I guess they deserve their own tv show since they are 400 million years old as a species.

What size scroll saw blade should I use?

You will sometimes see charts like the one above that tell you the appropriate blade to use for a certain thickness of the wood. Let me tell you my opinion on how to use these charts.

These charts tell you how efficient a blade will cut for a thickness of wood. If you are going to cut a board in half then the blade suggested will probably be the best choice. The blade will most efficiently remove the sawdust from the kerf and generate the least amount of heat while cutting the board at a fairly fast rate.

The problem is that we rarely use the scroll saw to do a crosscut or a rip cut. We are typically doing fretwork with small interior cuts and tight turns. Trying to make a tight turn with a #10 blade is just not going to happen. Because of this, we will not use a #10 blade even if the wood is one inch thick.

We will choose the blade based on the pattern. If my board is one inch thick but the pattern has small interior cuts I may select a #5 or even a #3 blade if I think that will let me cut the pattern with more accuracy.

The tradeoff is that the smaller blade will not be as efficient cutting the thicker board. I will have to slow my cut to allow the blade to remove the sawdust from the kerf. If I push the blade it will heat up and probably break.

There are times when choosing a smaller blade just won't work. Sometimes the species of wood is just too hard and you need a larger blade with fewer teeth per inch. In that case, the tradeoff is accuracy. 

As you can see choosing the correct blade requires more information than is included in a chart. 

Very few scroll saw artists who use their machine for fretwork ever use a blade larger than a #5. I am not saying that the larger blade do not have their place but it is generally for basic cuts.

All I have talked about in the above paragraphs is the size of the blade. This does not take into account the different styles of blade. That's another subject for another article. 


North Easter Ohio Scroll Saw & Woodworking Expo:


I will be heading out this morning to go to the Ohio Scroll Saw Expo. I will have access to my email but I may be even slower than normal answering. 


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Email Newsletter Readers: Remember that the Newsletter is just a copy of the daily blog post. To see the post in it's proper formatting click this link. If you ever misplace a pattern or any item you see here you can always find it on the blog. Everything stays on the blog forever. 

Products for your consideration:


Scroll Saw Pattern Design Tutorial: DVD
Let me teach you to create a beautiful wooden portrait pattern. I will show you everything you need from start to finish. The video will show you the free software program you can download for Windows or Mac OS. I will show you how to install the program and configure it for best results. 
Then I will show you the technique to take your photograph and make a pattern from it. When the pattern is complete we will go in the shop and cut it.
The DVD is $10 plus shipping. This is a data DVD that you will use on your computer to watch the video tutorial  



Every Scrollsaw Workshop Pattern from 2007-2017 in DVD
Purchase the entire Scrollsaw Workshop pattern catalog for offline access.

This DVD has 2,300 patterns published from 2007 thru 2017.
The DVD is $20 plus shipping. Ships to 60 countries around the world.

If you use the DVD on a Windows PC there is a simple viewer program to browse through the patterns.

The DVD also works fine on a MAC. The viewer program is not MAC compatible but there is an included PDF with all the patterns shown as thumbnails for easy viewing. 

Unique Wooden Vases:
Want to create beautiful wooden vases on the scroll saw?
My two "Wooden Vases on the Scroll Saw" books make it easy.

The books are $12 each and available for instant download after purchase. Click for Video Demonstration.


The Scrollsaw Workshop is primarily supported by donations. If you enjoy this Blog and would like to make a donation please click this Button. Your support is greatly appreciated. 
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Memorial Day Scroll Saw Pattern.


This pattern is a little over 14 inches wide and 10 inches tall.

I hope this project can be cut and given to one of the many military and veteran organizations across our country. If you have the opportunity please let them know we care about them and their lost fellow soldiers. 

In a couple of weeks, we will honor our fallen heroes on Memorial Day. Memorial Day is the most solemn holiday on our Calendar. The day is set aside to remember those men and women who have given their lives to keep us free and safe. We own each and every one of them our deepest gratitude. 

It's also important to remember the sacrifices that the families of these fallen heroes have made and continue to make. If you have lost a loved one who was serving our country you have my sincerest sympathy. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

US soldiers killed in wars since World War I

World War II (1941-1946) ___405,399
World War I (1917-1918) ___116,516
Vietnam Conflict (1964-1973) ___58,220
Korean War (1950-1953) ___36,574
Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003-2010) ___4,410
Persian Gulf War (1990-1991) ___2,586
Operation Enduring Freedom (2001-2014) ___2,346
Operation New Dawn (2007-2011) ___73
Operation Inherent Resolve [CJTF-OIR] (2014-) ___62
Operation Freedom's Sentinel (2014-) ___47


DeWalt DW788 Scroll Saw Rebuild Tips by Bob Brokaw:


If you own a DeWalt DW788 scroll saw you should watch this video. Even if you never plan to do any repair yourself you will have a better understanding of what is happening when trouble arises. 

Bob Brokaw from the Gwinnett Woodworkers Association did a series of DeWalt rebuild videos a few years ago. They were fantastic. He is updating the information in this video. 

In my opinion, this is a must watch video. There are so many tips in this single video that you could pretty much start your own repair business. Okay maybe I'm stretching it a bit but it is full of useful information.

I spent 37 years repairing machinery. I can tell you that no matter how sophisticated or simple a repair job is there are always simple tricks that can make a job easier. If your DeWalt is broke this video just might be the difference between throwing it in the trash and a simple repair.

Now let me give a word of caution. Even though this is a relatively simple mechanical device you can get yourself into trouble. If you do not have any experience doing this type of repair this might not be the place to start. 

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Email Newsletter Readers: Remember that the Newsletter is just a copy of the daily blog post. To see the post in it's proper formatting click this link. If you ever misplace a pattern or any item you see here you can always find it on the blog. Everything stays on the blog forever. 

Products for your consideration:


Scroll Saw Pattern Design Tutorial: DVD
Let me teach you to create a beautiful wooden portrait pattern. I will show you everything you need from start to finish. The video will show you the free software program you can download for Windows or Mac OS. I will show you how to install the program and configure it for best results. 
Then I will show you the technique to take your photograph and make a pattern from it. When the pattern is complete we will go in the shop and cut it.
The DVD is $10 plus shipping. This is a data DVD that you will use on your computer to watch the video tutorial  



Every Scrollsaw Workshop Pattern from 2007-2017 in DVD
Purchase the entire Scrollsaw Workshop pattern catalog for offline access.

This DVD has 2,300 patterns published from 2007 thru 2017.
The DVD is $20 plus shipping. Ships to 60 countries around the world.

If you use the DVD on a Windows PC there is a simple viewer program to browse through the patterns.

The DVD also works fine on a MAC. The viewer program is not MAC compatible but there is an included PDF with all the patterns shown as thumbnails for easy viewing. 

Unique Wooden Vases:
Want to create beautiful wooden vases on the scroll saw?
My two "Wooden Vases on the Scroll Saw" books make it easy.

The books are $12 each and available for instant download after purchase. Click for Video Demonstration.


The Scrollsaw Workshop is primarily supported by donations. If you enjoy this Blog and would like to make a donation please click this Button. Your support is greatly appreciated. 
http://www.stevedgood.com/donate2.html

My Sponsors:
Support the businesses who support our community.
Home of Pegas scroll saw blades.



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I purchased the DJI Mavic Air in the Fly More combo. I have researched and studied the drone market for the last year and think this is a pretty good choice for a first drone. If you are curious about the video quality here is a sample from a recent field trip. The video was shot at 1080P. The camera is capable of 4K which is incredible. Notice how stable the video is. If you have any questions I would be happy to try to answer.


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Free Pattern Catalog. 1000's of free patterns.

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Thousands of FREE scroll saw patterns. No registration or signup required.

The projects form these patterns can be sold without restrictions. The patterns cannot be sold.

Click here for the Free Online Catalog.

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Wooden Vases on the Scroll Saw Book $12 Each

http://www.stevedgood.com/woodenvases.html
Each digital book is available for download immediately after payment.
The books are $12 per edition and contains eight unique patterns each.
Watch the following video to see how easy these beautiful scroll saw vases
are to make. 

Order the $3 pdf Catalog

This is a PDF of all the patterns in my free catalog. It is for Windows only and has a program to automatically download the pattern to your computer. Please watch the video below before you order. Click the picture to order.
http://www.stevedgood.com/swpd/swpdorderpage.html
You do not need a PayPal account to order. At the bottom of the PayPal page is a button that will allow you to pay with a credit card. After successful payment click the Return to Merchant button for the download.

Stencil Printer 1.7

Stencil Printer Instruction Video.

The Scrollsaw Workshop Stencil Printer 1.7 is my latest software for creating patterns. It will create key chain fobs, desk name plates and more. Click the image above to download the latest version. It is free to use donationware. This software is for Windows PC only.

Scroll Saw Pattern Printer update 1.1

Scroll Saw Pattern Printer update 1.1
Download the Free Scroll Saw Pattern Printer Version 1.1. Create name patterns in seconds. Windows PC only.
Download Version 1.1
Please consider a $5 donation for The Scroll Saw Pattern Printer v1.1.

Scroll Saw Keychain Pattern Maker

Use the Scroll Saw Keychain Maker to start a small keychain business. Build yourself a nice display and make up severl keychains with common names. Sell at craft shows, on Ebay or at work. Everyone needs a keychain. Take custom orders. Heck just make them and give them away as gifts. It's all made easy with the Scroll Saw Keychain Maker. Watch the video demonstration then download the file below and get started with the fun.
The following link will start the download process. After the file download is complete just click the setup file and the program will be installed. Please consider a $5 donation for the program.

Download the Oval Keychain Pattern Maker.

Enjoy designing and printing these great personalized key chains. Give them as gifts, make them for fun or sell them at craft shows. It's easy, just watch the video demo then download and install the program. You will be designing these fun projects in minutes. Windows PC only.
Download the Free Oval Key Chain Pattern Maker. Create Oval key chain patterns in seconds.
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Philip Lowndes Noah's Arc Pattern Available. Watch the video below.

This video is from Philip Lowndes. He is the designer of this beautiful Noah's Arc puzzle pattern. If you would like the pattern follow the link below.
Buy This Wonderful Heirloom Puzzle Pattern

Think Safety

Remember to keep the safety of yourself and others in your work shop in your thoughts at all times. Always wear eye and ear protection. Follow all the manufactures warnings that came with your power tools. If I demonstrate something on this web site that you don't feel is safe, don't do it. Your safety is your responsibility. Fingers are handy things, try to keep all of them.
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