Saturday, August 12, 2017

Wine, cheese and good friends. Scroll Saw Pattern.

http://www.stevedgood.com/estore/estore.html
This wine and cheese art work is 10 inches wide and 8 inches tall.

There have been a few requests for me to make a video showing the details on the personalized Christmas ornaments. Specifically the request is how the make the segmented Angel ornament. I will do my best to get the video done today. If I don't get if completed then it will have to wait until after the Midwest Scroll Saw and Woodworking Trade Show. I will be traveling early for the show and won't have time to do the video. 
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Not medical advice:

I had a question today about the height of my scroll saw table. Because of how long we sit in front of a scroll saw it is important to be comfortable and safe. 

I am not qualified to give medical advice on the impact of long term poor posture on your health. I do have an opinion from many years of sitting in front of my scroll saws. Consult your doctor for specific advice for your situation. 

Every saw I have used for several years has a stand available. I always use those stands. I have found that they work very well in reducing vibration. One issue is that they vary in height. To compensate for this variation it's best to use a stool that can be adjusted up or down in height.

When setting up the stand I like to have the back elevated slightly. This gives me better visibility of the cut without having to bend over too far. 

When I sit down in front of the saw I want my arms at a 45 degree angle when I am holding the wood on the table of the saw. 

Ideally you want to have your feet flat on the floor for good posture. I find this to be nearly impossible when cutting on the scroll saw. I always use a foot switch. I build a stand to raise the foot switch to the height that is comfortable at the height of my stool. One foot stays on the foot switch and the other is on the lower stretcher.

I tend to slightly bend forward the longer I cut. I have to remind myself to sit up straight. The more upright you can stay the longer you can cut without fatigue. I never cut for longer than an hour without getting up and moving around. Sometimes I get up more often if I start to feel any pain or fatigue in my back or legs. 

Another often over looked issue when scrolling is tension in your hands and jaw. You only need a light touch to hold the piece of wood on the table. If you are hanging on so tight that your knuckles are turning white your body will transfer that stress to your whole body and you will get fatigued very quickly. The same holds true if you are gritting your teeth or not breathing while you make a tough cut. Pay attention to these things while you cut. Your body will thank you and you will be a more efficient scroll saw artist.
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Personalized Christmas Ornament Patterns: Important Details. Please read.

Click Image to go to the order page. 
I will be traveling Tuesday the 15th through Sunday the 20th. I will be much slower in getting the personalized ornament orders out during this time. If you get the orders in today, Sunday August 13 I will do my best to get them completed by Monday night. After that there will be a delay.


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Please support our monthly giveaway sponsor. Bear Woods,
your source for Pegas scroll saw blades and craft supplies.
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Do you need a source for scroll saw ready boards?
Look no more because Heritage Wood Specialties is
the source you have been looking for.

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  


Purchase the entire Scrollsaw Workshop pattern catalog for offline access.
This DVD has 1,964 patterns published from 2007 thru 2016.
The DVD is $20 plus shipping. Ships to 60 countries around the world.

You can view a video showing use of the DVD on a Windows PC and a MAC at this link

Click here to Order. 
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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Thinking about beer Scroll Saw Pattern.

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Just a funny little sign for the beer drinkers. 
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Information: Midwest Scroll Saw & Woodworking Trade Show.

We are less than a week away from the Midwest Trade show. I am excited to get the opportunity to meet some of you at the show. I will be the guest of Seyco and in their booth both days. Seyco will have their Seyco ST-21 scroll saw at the show for you to see. 

For those of you who cannot attend I will do my best to make videos and post them when I get the chance.

Midwest Scroll Saw & Woodworking Trade Show:
Friday August 18th 9am to 5pm
Saturday August 19th 9am to 3:30pm

Venue:
Grand Ball Room, Dubuque County Fairgrounds.
14569 Old Highway Road, Dubuque IA, 52002 

Hosted by:
Veterans Freedom Center
Karen Boelman of The Art Factory
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Personalized Christmas Ornament Patterns:

Personalized Christmas Ornament Patterns
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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. 


Please support our monthly giveaway sponsor. Bear Woods,
your source for Pegas scroll saw blades and craft supplies.
_______________
Do you need a source for scroll saw ready boards?
Look no more because Heritage Wood Specialties is
the source you have been looking for.

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  


Purchase the entire Scrollsaw Workshop pattern catalog for offline access.
This DVD has 1,964 patterns published from 2007 thru 2016.
The DVD is $20 plus shipping. Ships to 60 countries around the world.

You can view a video showing use of the DVD on a Windows PC and a MAC at this link

Click here to Order. 
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

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Heritage Wood Specialties. Scroll saw ready boards!


Heritage Wood Specialties is a nationally recognized supplier of superior quality hardwoods to fine woodworkers across the US and Canada. Novice hobbyists and experienced enthusiasts alike can enjoy the high quality woodworking materials and kits available from Heritage Wood Specialties. Great source for scroll saw ready boards.

Seyco

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Seyco began business in 1986 with the goal to supply the best customer support and quality products in the scroll saw industry. I have worked with Seyco on many occasions and I can tell you they are simply the best. Please do yourself a favor and click the image above. Steve Good

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.
Download Version .9a
Please consider a $5 donation for The Oval Key Chain Pattern Maker.

T-Shirts and More.

T-Shirts and More.
Show your love for the hobby and support the Scrollsaw Workshop. Safe and secure order fullfilled by CafePress. Take a look. You are sure to find something you like. CLICK THE IMAGE to visit the store.

The Lifter

Papa's Custom Patterns.

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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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