Scroll Saw & Fretwork

Simple to make, easy to paint, and guaranteed to light up your Christmas tree-this colorful book is filled with ornaments for beginners and pros alike. Using a limited amount of woodworking tools and equipment, each ornament is pictured in easy-to-use, clear patterns with full instructions on how to cut them out on the scroll saw. Plus, Arthur Grover details his unique "painting by area" technique. Once you've mastered it, the possibilities are endless as small improvisations will create new and unique ornaments time and time again. Full color photographs, simple, clear patterns, and easy-to-understand instructions make this book ideal for anyone who would like to try their hand at creating their own ornaments for a unique Christmas tree, whether they are an experienced woodworker or just beginning. ISBN 9780764303234 Suggested Retail Price $14.95

128 Compound Scroll Saw Patterns by Sam Keener - Original "2-in-1" Designs for 3D Animals and People "A new challenge for scroll saw craftsmen--how to create a single object that is shaped so that two different subjects are revealed with the object is turned 90 degrees.Compound figures are created when a single object is shaped so that two different subjects are revealed when the object is turned 90 degrees from one angle it is an angel, from another a butterfly. This intermediate level scroll saw book provides 40 patterns for creating these objects and detailed instructions on how to execute the tricky scroll saw maneuvers required to cut them. "Take a look at one of Sam Keener's scroll saw pieces and you'll see an angel. Turn it 90 degrees and look again. Now you'll see a butterfly perched on a flower. Pick up another piece: One side is a musical note; the other is a saxophone. A step beyond "three-dimensional" scroll saw projects, these two-in-one figures are made with a unique cutting technique perfected by author and artist Sam Keener.Inside you'll find:- instructions and illustrations explaining "two-in-one" cutting techniques- color photographs of select pieces showing all four sides of the figure- 128 distinct, ready-to-use patterns for nautical themes, wildlife, music, people and more Page Count: 64 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

3-D Patterns for the Scroll Saw by Diana L. Thompson - Time Saving Tips Ready-to-Cut Patterns for 45 Unique Projects Page Count: 64 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

50 great-looking but straightforward scroll saw projects, with ready- to-use patterns, are included in this collection. Fretwork jewelry boxes, unusual clocks, and many reproductions of antique pieces provide exciting challenges for beginning woodworkers. ISBN 1-56523-108-2 Suggested Retail Price $9.95

Since the publication of A Scroll Saw Christmas woodworkers have been clamoring for more three-dimensional patterns to use on the scroll saw. Now here it is. 54 new patterns to transform into wonderful creations. The marvelous thing about these is that they look great even as they come off the saw...and with a little hand carving and a touch of paint they come to life. Frank includes a short step-by-step guide, illustrated with color photographs, to introduce the use of the scroll saw for 3-D work . There is also a color gallery with examples of many cut items, showing them in various states of finish, rough and carved, natural and painted. You could expect to pay many times the cost of this book for the patterns alone. This wonderful volume has all you need for a pleasurable and profitable 3-D experience. ISBN 9780764300363 Suggested Retail Price $12.95

Here are 72 all-new scrollsaw projects, featuring original patterns and designs ranging in difficulty from simple to quite challenging. These unique stand-up puzzles, irresistable holiday decorations, and imaginative project designs are perfect for all skill levels. Creating these clever crafts is fun, relatively inexpensive, and requires only a few basic tools, making them perfect for craft shows and gift-giving! The author presents each project, including a pattern, supply list, detailed instructions, and a color photograph of the finished craft. Her helpful introduction covers scrollsaw and crafting techniques that will inspire your own original designs. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you'll certainly enjoy both the process and the charming, professional-looking results of scrollsaw carving with Barbara McKee! ISBN 0-7643-0840-8 Suggested Retail Price $14.95

79 Wildlife Patterns for the Scroll Saw by Frank Pozsgai. For the avid scroll sawyer, this book brings a wealth of ideas and possibilities. Here are 79 wildlife patterns, drawn by one of the leaders of the scroll hobby. From bats to zebras, it includes fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals. In addition there are some ideas about how the patterns can be used in both decorative and practical applications...your imagination is the only limit. There are also a complete scroll saw blade selection chart, a general strokes-per-minute blade guide, and some practical instructions and tips from the author. All of this combines for a great book for the novice and pro alike. Size: 8 1/2" x 11" Illustrations: 79 patterns Pages: 64

A Scroll Saw Christmas: Step-by-Step To a 3-D Sleigh and Reindeer by Frank Pozsgai with Douglas Congdon-Martin. If you got that new scroll saw last Christmas, this Christmas you can use it to celebrate the holiday. Frank Pozsgai brings his unique knowledge and artistic ability to create 3-D scroll patterns that will delight the craftsperson. The main project is Santa's sleigh and nine reindeer, complete with instructions for giving Rudolph a flashing red nose and installing a music box that plays "Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer." The step-by-step guide is illustrated in full color. It is accompanied by 30 other Christmas patterns. Size: 8 1/2" x 11" Illustrations: 135+ color photos plus 30 patterns Pages: 64

Animal Portraits in Wood by Neal Moore- Crafting 16 Artistic Mosaics with Your Scroll SawThe time-honored art of mosaic is updated in this book for scroll saw enthusiasts of any skill level. With 3 complete step-by-step projects, author and scroll saw artisan Neal Moore, introduces readers to "segmented portraiture:" the craft of cutting and staining wood pieces and re-assembling them like a jigsaw puzzle. Color photos, precise patterns and clear instructions make creating realistic wildlife portraits fun and easy. Inside you will find:-16 precisely designed and color-coded patterns each with a project overview, number of pieces and cutting sequence-Tips for creating patterns from your own photos-How to make a customized frame for your project Page Count: 128 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

This is the book for any wood crafter looking for the very best puzzle patternsfrom kittens to coyotes, bulldogs to bears, or penguins to pigs. These unique upright interlocking puzzles are perfect for this menagerie of creatures. Inside youll find: Step-by-step instructions for cutting Mama Rabbit puzzle Expert guidance on adapting a pattern and designing your own puzzle from a photograph Advice on designing facial expressions to give personality to your puzzles 26 well-designed, ready-to-cut puzzle patterns depicting pets, zoo animals, farm animals, and American wildlife. ISBN 1-56523-255-0

Artistic Wildlife Projects for the Scroll Saw by Marilyn Carmin - Bears, Wild Cats, Birds of Prey and Other Predators from Around the WorldThe great predatory animals of North America will leap from your scroll saw with the exciting patterns found in this book. Cougars, Bears, Hawks, Bobcats, Eagles and more are featured in dozens of detailed patterns by noted artist Marilyn Carmin. Page Count: 120 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

Big Book of Christmas Scroll Saw Ornaments and Decorations. Delightful Decorations and Gifts to Make with Your Scroll SawCreate holiday masterpieces for the home, family and friends with the tried-and-true scroll saw projects and patterns from the archives of Scroll Saw Woodworking Crafts. This collection of holiday favorites features fretwork, compound-cuts, intarsia, and inlay projects for ornaments, wreaths, Santas, portraits, candleholders and more.Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations also features a stunning gallery of work. Readers will gain information and inspiration from some of scrolling's leading experts including Judy Gale Roberts, Kathy Wise, Sue Mey, Paul Meisel, John Nelson, Theresa Ekdom, Tom Sevy, Volker Arnold, and more. There is a project inside Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations for everyone, from beginners to advanced craftsmen. With step-by-step instructions and color photos, readers are guaranteed a very merry scrolling experience.Some of the projects inside: Vintage Fretwork Sleigh Scene Poinsettia Wreath Inlay Snowman Ornaments 12-Piece Intarsia Nativity Set Christmas Card Tree

Big Book of Scroll Saw Woodworking (Best of SSW C). Scroll Saw Woodworking Crafts magazine is proud to present this collection of 60 of the best projects for both scroll saw beginners and those with experience. You'll find this book a great reference not only for its detailed patterns, but for its tips, techniques, expert step-by-step instructions and crisp photos all guaranteed to help you master the projects featured or to spur your own creativity.From simple basic patterns for beginners to detailed keepsake portraits and beautiful compound cut pieces, you'll be inspired by the designs of contributors like John A. Nelson, Gary MacKay, Ron Brown, Kathy Wise, and Rick Hutcheson. This book is broken down by category so that you can easily find the type of project you would like to try whether it is intarsia and segmentation, fretwork, or inlays and relief. Page Count: 192 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

Birds of North America for the Scroll Saw by Rick and Karen Longabaugh - 25 Projects from the Berry Basket Collection 25 Projects from The Berry Basket CollectionCapture the serenity of North America's most popular birds with Rick and Karen Longabaugh's book of scroll saw projects. Each pattern is computer enhanced for easy crafting, and utilizes the popular 3-D layer technique for breathtaking realism. Scrollers also get designs for unique decorative frames depicting bird habitats, like forests, meadows and lakes. With 25 original designs and helpful tips for wood selection, cutting and assembling, patterns include:-American Bald Eagle-Peregrine Falcon Whooping Crane-Mallard Canadian Goose-Great Horned Owl and more Page Count: 120 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

Box-Making Projects for the Scroll Saw by Gary MacKay - 30 Woodworking Projects that are Surprisingly Easy to MakeNow woodworkers of any skill level will be able to easily make their own decorative and functional boxes, using just one tool - the scroll saw. Author and heirloom box-maker, Gary MacKay, provides step-by-step photo demonstrations to create wood boxes with checkerboard, diamond and pinwheel effects. Patterns include eye-catching designs for jewelry and recipe boxes, tissue boxes, knitting trays and desk organizers.Inside You'll Find:-Expert advice on classic dovetail joints-Patterns and designs for 30 quick and easy-to-make boxes-Progressive learning format - start with the basics and work toward advanced techniques Page Count: 144 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

Bless your friends, neighbors and even your own home with these wooden plaques symbolizing faith, love, and prosperity! The country-themed patterns in this book were inspired by the Pennsylvania German traditions that are so prominent in the countryside around the author's home. Their symbols of peace, long life and prosperity can be seen on the hex signs that hang on their barns, on the house blessings that grace their homes, and on the quilts and furniture that they use and sell. Noting the clean lines and bright colors of these designs, the author has translated these symbols into attractive patterns for a variety of crafts. Many of the symbols have unique meanings, which, when combined, create a special message for the owner. Use these patterns for many crafts including scroll sawing, needlepoint, stained glass, quilting, rug hooking and more. Once finished, the resulting pieces become excellent gifts and beautiful keepsakes. ISBN 1-56523-179-1 Suggested Retail Price $12.95

Creating Wooden Boxes on the Scroll Saw (Best of SSW C). Patterns and Instructions for Jewelry, Music, and Other Keepsake Boxes. 29 favorite Projects and PatternsDirect from the Pages of Scroll Saw Woodworking Crafts comes a collection of the most unique wooden box designs. From delicate fretwork jewelry boxes to creatively shaped one-of-a-kind pieces that hold everything from poker chips to flags, you'll discover projects to inspire your creativity no matter what your level of scrolling expertise.You will be treated to the work of artists such as John A. Nelson, Robert Ardizzoni, Sue Chrestensen, Kenneth Campbell, Gary MacKay, and many more. Along with their beautiful designs, you'll find expert step-by-step instructions along with all of the crisp photos, detailed patterns, and tips and techniques you will need to guarantee box-making success. Page Count: 128 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

Custom Wooden Boxes for the Scroll Saw by Diana L. Thompson - Innovative Techniques and Complete Plans for 31 Projects Learn How to Make Stunning and Treasured Gifts on Your Scroll Saw!From noted designer Diana Thompson comes her newest how-to book on scroll sawing Custom Wooden Boxes for the Scroll Saw.You'll learn the basics to making beautiful wooden keepsake boxes including tips on tools, wood choices and finishing techniques. Easy-to-follow line drawings and color photographs will give you clear, step-by-step guides to four different designs:Jewelry Box Tiny BoxesSwan Music Box Custom LidsThis is followed by Page after Page of intriguing and beautiful patterns including color photos each completed box. Inside you'll find more than 20 patterns for designs such as:Pencil Box Potpourri BoxDolphin Box Butterfly BoxTree of Life Box Double Heart BoxClassic Round BoxWhimsical Heart BoxHoly Bible BoxAnd much more! Page Count: 112 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

Custom Wooden Music Boxes for the Scroll Saw by Rick and Karen LongabaughCreate Beautiful Musical Keepsakes That Will Be Treasured For Generations! In Custom Wooden Boxes for the Scroll Saw, renowned scroll saw artists Rick and Karen Longabaugh have gathered their finest and most popular music box patterns into a collection that will delight and challenge scrollers of all skill levels. With useful instructions and full-size patterns to work from, you'll create enchanting scrolled music boxes - and craft family heirlooms -- with professional results in no time at all. Inside, you'll find over 45 music box projects from a wide array of popular categories, including:- Angels- Children- Holiday- Romance - VictorianAlso included are "Interchangeable Designs" that allow you to create music boxes that can transform with the seasons or your favorite holiday! Page Count: 196 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover

Fantasy Legend Scroll Saw Puzzles by Judy Dave Peterson - Patterns Instructions for Dragons, Wizards Other Creatures of Myth Create Unique and Entertaining Puzzles of Timeless Legendary Creatures.Dragons and Gargoyles. Unicorns and Mermaids. Griffins and Hydras. These mythical creatures come alive in Judy and Dave Peterson's latest book, Fantasy Legend Scroll Saw Puzzles. Inside you'll find: - Tips and techniques for successfully selecting wood, using the proper tools, and mastering the critical steps of sanding and finishing - Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions for cutting a Welsh Dragon, the legendary symbol of Wales - 25 well-designed, ready-to-cut puzzle patterns depicting fabled creatures from Greek mythology, European folklore, Chinese legend, and other storied traditions- Two Diorama patterns to captivate and challenge scroll saw enthusiasts of all skill levels. Page Count: 80 Size: 11x8.5x0.5 Type: Soft Cover