Oh Holy Night plus US Flag Scroll Saw Patterns

 

Second Pattern Today

 

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Download the Pattern Below

The Oh Holy Night Pattern is 10" in diameter. There are two 1/4" thick layers. I designed it to be hung on your front door, but that is only a suggestion.

The flag pattern is 10" long and cut from two layers of 1/4" thick wood. The front layer is actually made up of two parts. The blue starfield and the red stripes are separate pieces to make them easier to paint.

Safety Checklist

In the past 18 years that I have written this blog, I have received several emails telling me that a fire destroyed a reader's workshop. In one case, the person lost their home to a garage workshop fire. Even personal injury accidents can be devastating in some cases.

A safety checklist in a woodworking workshop is essential because it keeps you aware of potential hazards before they turn into serious accidents. With so many tools, electrical connections, and flammable materials in one place, even a small oversight can lead to injury or fire. A checklist serves as a routine reminder to inspect cords, blades, dust systems, and safety gear so nothing gets ignored. It also helps build good habits—checking off items each day reinforces safe practices and keeps the workspace organized. Simply put, a safety checklist protects you, your equipment, and your shop investment, making sure every project starts and ends safely.

This list is not comprehensive, but it will help get you in the habit of spending a few minutes extra in your shop to be safety-conscious. Download and print it to hang by the door of your shop. Demand of yourself that you do a check after every shop visit. Your family, you, and your tools will be safer with this effort.

DOWNLOAD THE SAFETY CHECKLIST

🔥 Fire Safety Checklist

Electrical & Tools

• ☐ Inspect all cords, plugs, and outlets weekly for frays or loose connections

• ☐ Avoid overloading circuits and power strips

• ☐ Unplug power tools when not in use

• ☐ Keep extension cords short and heavy-duty (rated for shop use)

• ☐ Store flammable finishes, oils, and solvents in metal safety cabinets

Dust & Ventilation

• ☐ Clean dust collection filters and hoses regularly

• ☐ Empty sawdust bags and bins daily

• ☐ Use grounded hoses and metal ducts to prevent static sparks

• ☐ Keep good airflow — dust + spark = fire hazard

Finishing & Chemicals

• ☐ Store rags soaked with oil or finish in sealed metal containers

• ☐ Never toss oily rags in a regular trash can

• ☐ Label all chemical containers

• ☐ Keep a class ABC fire extinguisher within 25 feet of any work area

• ☐ Know where your main power shutoff is located

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⚙️ Accident Safety Checklist

Personal Safety

• ☐ Always wear safety glasses and hearing protection

• ☐ Use a dust mask or respirator when sanding or cutting MDF

• ☐ Wear fitted clothing (no loose sleeves, jewelry, or gloves near blades)

• ☐ Tie back long hair

Tool Operation

• ☐ Read and follow the manual for each power tool

• ☐ Use guards, fences, and push sticks on saws

• ☐ Unplug tools before blade or bit changes

• ☐ Check blade and bit tightness before powering up

• ☐ Make sure workpieces are stable and supported

Workspace

• ☐ Keep the floor clear of cords, scraps, and sawdust

• ☐ Provide good lighting for every workstation

• ☐ Mark safe walkways and exits

• ☐ Store heavy tools low to the ground

• ☐ Keep a first-aid kit easily accessible

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🧯 Monthly Safety Tasks

• ☐ Test fire extinguishers and replace if expired

• ☐ Check smoke detector batteries

• ☐ Review evacuation plan and exit routes

• ☐ Inspect cords, plugs, and tool switches

• ☐ Clean the entire shop top to bottom

Order your Personalized Christmas Ornaments.

 

Personalized Pet Ornaments Now Available to Order

READ: Very Important Information.

I am going to start with the ornaments for people. I will add the Pet ornaments later this week. Every year, I get backed up early, but I will do my best to get the order to you in less than a week. You do not pay until you have the order in your email. These are all shipped by email. No paper delivery.

The price is the same as every year. People = 5 ornaments minimum for $5, then $1 for each additional ornament. The order form will take 20 names, then if you need more, you will have to start another order.

Pet Ornaments have no minimum order, and the cost is $2 per name. 

It is best to use the person's first name. Last names can be too long and very difficult to cut. I will do last names, but I just don't recommend them unless they are shorter names. Here is a sample download link for an ornament with a ten-letter last name. Test before you order.

Personalized Christmas Patterns Order Link for PEOPLE ORNAMENTS

Personalized Christmas Patterns Order Link for PET ORNAMENTS

Nativity Sign Pattern

US Flag Pattern

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. 

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Over 4,900 Digital Pattern Books. Many with multiple patterns.

Every Scrollsaw Workshop Pattern from 2007-2024 on USB drive, or Instant Download. Over 4,900 Patterns!

Purchase the entire Scrollsaw Workshop pattern catalog for offline access.

You will never run out of fun patterns to cut.

Two delivery options.

Instant Download $20

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.

Click this link to order the USB Drive

The USB drive contains all the Scrollsaw Workshop Patterns. The drive is $25 plus shipping and handling. Now, with the new distributor the drive ships to the US and many other countries. The shipping can get expensive to some international locations, so the Instant download option above is probably more desirable.

Click to watch the video

 

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 are available for instant download after purchase. Click for a 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. 

My Sponsors:

Support the businesses that support our community.

Shop Bear Woods for your craft supply needs.

Home of Pegas scroll saw blades.

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

My Amazon Affiliate Link.

Christmas Tree plus Christmas Country Church Scroll Saw Patterns.

 

Second Pattern Today

 

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Download the Pattern Below

The Christmas tree pattern is over 12" tall. The pattern calls for 1/4 and 1/2" thick wood. For the ornaments, you have options. You can cut them from wood or colored acrylic. You can also visit your local craft store and look for flat-backed beads. The need to be approximately 1/2" in diameter.

The Christmas-themed country church is 13.5" tall/. The pattern calls for 1/4" thick wood except for the front steps are 1/2" and 3/4" thick. You can optionally build the steps from 1/4" and just build them up in layers.

Yatzy Dice Game

 This dice game I created plays well. It has been kept fairly basic, so it plays smoothly. Obviously, it is a Yahtzee clone. Click the die to hold them as you roll. As always, I have not tested the code thoroughly, so the possibility of a bug is there. One thing I am looking for is its ability to score more than one Yahtzee in a single game. Enjoy

Yatzy Dice Game Link

Christmas Tree Pattern

Christmas Church Pattern

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. 

www.scrollsawworkshop.blogspot.com

Over 4,900 Digital Pattern Books. Many with multiple patterns.

Every Scrollsaw Workshop Pattern from 2007-2024 on USB drive, or Instant Download. Over 4,900 Patterns!

Purchase the entire Scrollsaw Workshop pattern catalog for offline access.

You will never run out of fun patterns to cut.

Two delivery options.

Instant Download $20

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.

Click this link to order the USB Drive

The USB drive contains all the Scrollsaw Workshop Patterns. The drive is $25 plus shipping and handling. Now, with the new distributor the drive ships to the US and many other countries. The shipping can get expensive to some international locations, so the Instant download option above is probably more desirable.

Click to watch the video

 

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 are available for instant download after purchase. Click for a 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. 

My Sponsors:

Support the businesses that support our community.

Shop Bear Woods for your craft supply needs.

Home of Pegas scroll saw blades.

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

My Amazon Affiliate Link.

Geometric Moose plus Geometric Fox Scroll Saw Patterns

Second Pattern Today

 

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Download the Pattern Below

The Geometric Moose pattern is 10" wide and cut from 1/4", 1/2", and 3/4" thick wood. These thickness suggestions can be changed to all 1/4" thick, and it will still look fine.

The Geometric Fox pattern is 14.5" tall and cut from two 1/4" thick layers of wood.

I was experimenting with these, and I think I like the fox better than the moose. I was trying to add depth to the moose, but if I were to do it again, I would just use 1/4" wood.

New Technique for Creating a Pattern

I am always searching for new techniques to generate patterns. Today, I ran into a YouTube video where the guy showed how to take an image and generate a geometric pattern of that image. It is done using AI to generate the original silhouette, and then to convert it to a geometric pattern. 

I have seen these art pieces before, but I never gave one a try because the design would be time-consuming. Until I found an automated technique. 

This type of contemporary is a matter of taste. Some will like the art and some won't. For those who enjoy it, give me some ideas of what things would look good finished with a geometric pattern.

Here is a link to one of these, selling as contemporary art for $23.50. It is a Bull's head that I believe is about 8" tall. I do not have the right to share the image, but if you click the link, you will see it.

Here is one that I did of a football player. AI generated the silhouette of the football player, then converted it to a geometric pattern. I sometimes have to add or remove a line, but for the most part, they come out ready to cut.

Geometric Moose Pattern

Geometric Fox Pattern

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. 

www.scrollsawworkshop.blogspot.com

Over 4,900 Digital Pattern Books. Many with multiple patterns.

Every Scrollsaw Workshop Pattern from 2007-2024 on USB drive, or Instant Download. Over 4,900 Patterns!

Purchase the entire Scrollsaw Workshop pattern catalog for offline access.

You will never run out of fun patterns to cut.

Two delivery options.

Instant Download $20

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.

Click this link to order the USB Drive

The USB drive contains all the Scrollsaw Workshop Patterns. The drive is $25 plus shipping and handling. Now, with the new distributor the drive ships to the US and many other countries. The shipping can get expensive to some international locations, so the Instant download option above is probably more desirable.

Click to watch the video

 

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 are available for instant download after purchase. Click for a 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. 

My Sponsors:

Support the businesses that support our community.

Shop Bear Woods for your craft supply needs.

Home of Pegas scroll saw blades.

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

My Amazon Affiliate Link.