Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Fretwork Box Scroll Saw Pattern.


 
  Optional Lid
With optional interior walls.
Optional without interior walls. Open fretwork.
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Download the Pattern Below

NOTE: My rendered images of the projects can sometimes make them look larger than they are. This box is ~10.125" long, ~7.5" wide, and will hold objects up to 5" tall.

The box is cut from 1/4" thick wood. You can cut the optional lid. The interior walls are also optional if you want an open fretwork design.

This would be an expensive project to cut from a nice hardwood. Most folks are going to use plywood for this project unless it is for something special. Staining plywood can be a little challenging. Here is a YouTube video that shows some tips for staining birch plywood.

Protect your Lungs

AD: It is so easy to overlook the health consequences of breathing the wood dust we produce. Everyone should take precautions when working in the shop. I'll be honest, I sometimes don't do what I preach. I know better but I get in a hurry and don't do what I should. I am trying to do better.

There are times when cleaning the shop that I stir up lots of extra dust. When I empty my dust collector or shop vac or cut MDF, it gets really dusty. For those jobs, I use the GVS Elipse P100 Dust Respirator. I have used a few respirators and this one feels comfortable enough that I will wear it without complaining. 

I have owned this unit for a few years and the soft thermoplastic material has held up very well. It is also odorless which is something to consider when buying anything made from this type of material.

They advertise that the replaceable filters can last up to 5 years. Mine are not quite that old but I have not felt the need to replace them.

If you want to try a respirator then I think this is a good low-cost choice. I don't use a respirator when scrolling. I use a mask but the respirator is almost comfortable enough to wear for longer sessions. 

$12 per sheet of 12 coins plus $3.50 shipping
Inlay with a 1" Forstner Bit.
The perfect way to sign your work.

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After payment, you will receive an email with the download link. This is a large file. You should not attempt to download it on a tablet or smartphone. It is a compressed file that will need to be extracted to your hard drive. Basic computer skills are necessary to extract the file.


The USB drive will be shipped to the US only by first-class mail. Shipping time varies but you will get a tracking number. I normally ship within three days. USPS shipping normally varies from three days to a week.

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.


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Octo-Box/Container and a Cutting Board Scroll Saw Patterns.


 Kitchen Utensils
  Plant
Candle
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Download the Pattern Below

I called this a box but it is just a container for whatever you need it for. It is about 7.5" tall and will hold an object up to about 5.5" in diameter.

Second Pattern Today. Cutting Board

This is a simple and useful pattern. This small cutting board is 10.25" long and ~5.5" wide. You want to use a thick board at least 3/4" thick but 1" is better. You want the board to have a little weight to it.

You want to choose a hard, wood that has a dense grain. Maple, cherry, and beech all make nice cutting boards. Walnut will also work but it does tend to show knife marks.

Red oak and ash are poor choices because they have an open grain and will hold food particles.

Oil finishes are best for items that come in contact with food. Mineral oil and raw linseed oil are good choices. The truck is that almost all modern finishes are food safe after they have completely cured. The problem is that many people have grown accustomed to oil finishes and that is what they prefer.




$12 per sheet of 12 coins plus $3.50 shipping
Inlay with a 1" Forstner Bit.
The perfect way to sign your work.

Container
Cutting Board

Email Newsletter Readers: Remember that the Newsletter is just a copy of the daily blog post. To see the post in its 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. 

Over 3,900 Digital Pattern Books. Many with multiple patterns.

Every Scrollsaw Workshop Pattern from 2007-2022 on USB drive, or Instant Download. Over 3,900 Patterns!

Purchase the entire Scrollsaw Workshop pattern catalog for offline access.


You will never run out of fun patterns to cut.

Two delivery options.

 

After payment, you will receive an email with the download link. This is a large file. You should not attempt to download it on a tablet or smartphone. It is a compressed file that will need to be extracted to your hard drive. Basic computer skills are necessary to extract the file.


The USB drive will be shipped to the US only by first-class mail. Shipping time varies but you will get a tracking number. I normally ship within three days. USPS shipping normally varies from three days to a week.

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. 
https://www.stevedgood.com/donate2.html

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


Seyco features the Seyco ST-21 scroll saw
Make sure you check out the Seyco Scrollers Drill

 
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