Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Plant a tree scroll saw pattern.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Scrollsaw Workshop Blog Changes and Notes.
For example I did a post on using polymer clay for inlay in scroll saw projects. A quick search for "polymer clay" will take you back to May 16, 2010. There you will find details and a video on the technique.
In the past using this search bar was complicated by the fact that when you clicked on the results links it would take you to the top of the blog. From there you had to scroll down several screens to find the post.
I have made changes to the layout of the blog. The daily content is now closer to the top of the page. I moved all the other items below the daily content. The free software, Catalog DVD and other items are now below the daily content. I hope this will make the blog easier to read.
I don't want to see the other content get lost below the fold so I plan to incorporate these items in with the blog posts from time to time. Some of you long time readers may get tired of seeing these in the posts but they are important for me. The blog is funded from just a few sources. Donations(the main source of income for the blog), Pattern catalog DVD, Jigsaw puzzle pattern book and ads.
While these certainly don't make me rich they do allow me to fund the blog and keep me motivated to make it useful and enjoyable.
Hope you like the changes. Comments welcome.
Sunday, May 26, 2013
Missing Square Puzzle with Video.
No returns are accepted. No refunds. Defective DVDs will be replaced. Please watch the instruction videos to understand what you will receive.
PC Instructions Video:
Scroll Saw Cottage Birdhouse.
It should be painted or coated with a durable finish for outdoor use. I used eyelet screws to attach chain for hanging the house. Use the method that works best for your location to mount or hang the birdhouse.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
DW788 Tear Down Video.
Even if you don't plan to service your own saw it's still an interesting watch. I'm a service engineer myself so maybe I just like this kind of stuff.
I didn't have time tonight to get Karl's permission to embed the video so I'm just going to link to it on his Youtube channel. Click the link below to watch the video.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Toy Wooden Tractor
This toy tractor is not suitable for toddlers or younger. I might be making a few farm accessories to attach to the tractor later. Make sure you look over the pictures in the pattern well before you start the build.
Bald Man's Comb
Saturday, May 18, 2013
2013 Woodworking and Crafts Scroll Saw Buyers Guide.
Bob lists the three Editors Choice picks for different price ranges. His picks for under $200 and $200 to $600 are solid picks. The over $600 selection gets really tough but his choice of the Excalibur EX21 won't get too much argument from me. If you are just getting started in the hobby this is an invaluable aid for making you first purchase. If you are looking to upgrade it lets you compare you choices in one convenient location. Check it out.
You might also want to consider a subscription to the magazine. The magazine is first class and put together by people who care about the hobby. Nice people also.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Scotty McCreery Concert.
We have been American Idol fans for years. I think I'm the only guy I know who actually admits to being a fan of the show. I just like to be entertained. Carrie Underwood and Scotty are our two favorite Idol winners.
The concert was at the Horseshoe Casino in Indiana. As you can tell from the picture we had good seats. We were dead center first row about two feet from the stage. Scotty played for a solid hour and a half. He sang several songs from his latest album. He played a couple songs slated for his next album. One of my favorite parts of the show was when he covered several legends hits including Hank Williams Sr, Johnny Cash and Elvis.
For such a young artist he is very mature on stage. He had the audience standing and very much into the show.
Hope I didn't bore you all too much with the non scroll saw post but I'm sitting in the Casino hotel trying not to go lose any more money in the slots. They only got me for about $70 and I don't want to give them any more:)
Fast way to repair broken fretwork.
You know the feeling. You just spent hours cutting your scroll saw project and it breaks. Either you drop it or it just breaks at a weak spot. It happens to everyone sooner or later. Don't worry it can almost always be repaired.
The first attempt most scrollers make is to use yellow wood glue to repair the break. It works but has limitations. Yellow wood glue has a long set time. Most of the time when fretwork breaks it's difficult to clamp the pieces while the glue sets. You have to hold it in place for several minutes and hope the bond is good enough. Many times with a little handling it will break again.
A better method is to use CA glue(Super Glue). I highly recommend purchasing a CA glue that is designed specifically for wood. I like the Titebond Instand Bond wood adhesive and activator. It set in seconds and the bond is better than yellow wood glue. In most cases after you sand the broken area the break will be next to invisible.
Check out the video above to see how well this product works.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Prayer Sign.
Prayer sign.
No returns are accepted. No refunds. Defective DVDs will be replaced. Please watch the instruction videos to understand what you will receive.
PC Instructions Video:
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Pattern from David Thorne. Thanks David.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Service Before Self Plaque.
Friday, May 10, 2013
Welcome Horseshoe Scroll Saw Pattern.
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Bob Hope Scroll Saw Portrait Pattern.
Monday, May 6, 2013
Welcome Sign Scroll Saw Pattern.
Just a reminder that I have my patterns DVD for sale.
This DVD contains all the patterns from the Scrollsaw Workshop blog from May 12, 2007 to December 2, 2012. There are 1113 pattern books many with multiple patterns. These are the patterns that are available in the free online catalog. This DVD is for those who wish to have all the patterns and don't wish to try and download hundreds of patterns. Use the DVD for club meetings, sharing with friends and customers, Archiving etc.Just click the image below to go to the order page.
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Segmentation Bird Scroll Saw Pattern.
Intarsia is usually made from different species of woods. The pieces are cut to fit together like a puzzle. The pieces are often shaped to give an almost 3d effect. Different species with contrasting colors and grains give the assembled picture greater depth than most segmented pictures.
This pattern is segmentation. Because of the minimal shaping it is much faster to make than most Intarsia pictures.
You can frame this pattern like I did or use it to decorate a box lid.
The pattern book has the instructions you need to complete the project.
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Cowboy Welcome Scroll Saw Pattern.
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Heritage Wood Specialties. Scroll saw ready boards!
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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.
Wooden Vases on the Scroll Saw Book $12 Each
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.
Watch the following video to see how easy these beautiful scroll saw vases
are to make.
Order the $3 pdf Catalog
Stencil Printer 1.7
Scroll Saw Pattern Printer update 1.1
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.
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 Version .9a
Please consider a $5 donation for The Oval Key Chain Pattern Maker.
Philip Lowndes Noah's Arc Pattern Available. Watch the video below.
The Scrollsaw Workshop Blog is in no way affiliated with or sponsored by Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts Magazine formerly (Scroll Saw Workshop Magazine) or it's publisher Fox Chapel Publishing.
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