Scroll Saw
Scroll Sawing or Fretwork has been a woodworking craze in the United States since the early 1800's. It came to other countries like Italy, France, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, and England centuries before.
The essential difference between yesteryear and present-day is how we scroll saw. In the early years, they used a fret saw frame that was made of wood with some metal reinforcement. The blade was put in the saw and you worked it in an up and down motion. More...
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Eberle Sprint Ultra Reverse Tooth
Eberle
$3.55Eberle Sprint Ultra Reverse Tooth Scroll Saw Blades Save your toughest jobs for the Eberle Ultra blades. They are tough on performance and just amazing on wood! The Eberle Sprint Ultra is a special ground scroll saw blade that has precision...$3.55 -
Black Forest Clock Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$16.95Introducing the Black Forest Clock Scroll Saw Plan: A Timeless Masterpiece Crafted with Precision and Elegance Are you a woodworking enthusiast seeking a new and captivating project to showcase your skills? Look no further than the Black Forest Clock...$16.95 -
Roman Cathedral Scroll Saw Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$27.95Introducing the Roman Cathedral Scroll Saw Clock Plan: A Timeless Work of Art Are you a woodcraft enthusiast looking to create a masterpiece that will stand the test of time? Look no further than the Roman Cathedral Scroll Saw Clock Plan. With its...$27.95 -
Chimes of Normandy Clock Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$26.95Chimes of Normandy Clock Scroll Saw Plan The Chimes of Normandy is a stately clock that will be cherished for years to come. This magnificent clock stands 40" high by 20" wide and 11" deep when finished. Now that's a big clock! The Chimes of Normandy...$26.95 -
Cottage Clock Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$14.95Introducing the Cottage Clock Scroll Saw Plan - A Timeless Masterpiece for Your Home Are you searching for a captivating and unique addition to your home decor? Look no further than the Cottage Clock Scroll Saw Plan! This exquisite piece of...$14.95 -
Wilderness Clock Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$10.95Wilderness Clock Plan Specifications This is a full-size scroll saw paper plan. The finished Clock measures 19" high x 7" wide x 2 3/4" deep. You will need to purchase a 4" dial of your choice. You can choose to use a mini quartz...$10.95 -
Dome Clock Scroll Saw Stand Plan
Wildwood Designs
$9.95Introducing the Dome Clock Scroll Saw Stand Plan! This incredible woodworking plan allows you to create a stunning and functional stand for your dome clock. With its elegant design and precise measurements, this stand will be the perfect complement to...$9.95 -
Victorian Sleigh Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$7.95Victorian Sleigh Plan The Victorian Sleigh Plan is a full size scroll saw plan that comes on two sheets of 11 x 17" paper. This full size scroll saw plan provides you with the traceable patterns for the front panel, side panels, upper rear panel, lower...$7.95 -
Windmill Clock Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$10.95The finished Windmill Clock will be 9" tall and the windmill blade diameter is 7 1/2" The Windmill Clock Scroll Saw Plan is a great way to make a unique piece of art for your home or office. Standing just 9" tall, this little slice of heaven is...$10.95 -
Carousel Scroll Saw Plan
Cherry Tree Toys
$29.95Carousel Scroll Saw Plan Be one of the first to build this magnificent masterpiece! The Carousel is truly a work of art! The Carousel Plan is a full size scroll saw plan that comes on five sheets of 24" x 36" sheets of paper. You will use this plan to...$29.95 -
Fleur Box Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$8.95Fleur Box Plan The Fleur Box is an elegant box with many uses. Line the inside with wood, plastic, felt or cloth to create a beautiful scroll saw keepsake box. Use as a handkerchief, glove, or potpourri box. Imagine the scroll saw fleur box...$8.95 -
Williamsburg Wall Clock Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$21.95The Williamsburg Wall Clock Plan is a marvelous design that is uniquely different. This scroll saw pattern provides you with traceable patterns for the entire clock, This scroll saw plan will require you to use 3/4" and 1/4" material of your...$21.95
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The first power tools came to light in the late 1800's with foot-powered scroll saws. These included a stool and pedals attached to the work surface of the scroll saw. To operate the saw, you sat and pedaled the saw, making the blade go up and down. It was an exercise and hobby all in one.
Today, many scroll saws are available. They allow superior blade tensioning, variable speed control, and different throat depths starting at about 16 inches and going to about 30 inches. Most scroll saws have tilting tables that tilt up to 45 degrees for angled cuts, dust ports, and dust blowers.
Most scroll saws still feature a parallel arm that makes the intricate scrolling cuts. The pinless blades (regular scroll saw blades) change easily with a moveable upper arm. Cheaper saws feature pinned blades, but they both can make some pretty intricate cuts.
Speaking of scroll saw blades, there are a lot of combinations. Pin End or pinless blades are your first choice and are ruled by what your scroll saw can handle. If you have pinned scroll saw blades, you can get a scroll saw conversion kit to make it fit the pinless blades.
To do a scroll saw project, you'll need scroll saw blades, a scroll saw or fretwork frame (yes, we still have them), a pattern, a copy of the scroll saw pattern. Then, you'll either need to trace the pattern on the wood or go ahead and adhere the pattern to the wood. You'll need wood, a drill, and a drill bit to pierce the interior holes to cut them out.
Think about putting a nice finish on your scroll saw project. Sanding is king; sand your piece with at least 120 grit sandpaper. If you are applying a stain, you will need to sand up to 220 grit.
When you are ready to apply the finish, a spray finish works best. You can sand the flat surfaces between coats to keep the finished piece lovely to the touch.
There are thousands of fretwork projects to choose from. Start with simple ornaments, silhouettes, and shelves, then move up to harder silhouettes, boxes, baskets, and small clocks. When you're ready, attack those challenging pieces that you've dreamed of doing to amaze yourself and your friends. They will know that you are a master scroll sawyer.
Don't forget there are plenty of resources along the way to help you with your scroll sawing adventure. Take a look at the many woodworking books and scroll saw books that are available. You might even like to take a shot at Intarsia!
No matter what scroll saw part you need, Cherry Tree Toys has got you covered. Add our scroll sawing equipment to your cart today to create the project you’ve always dreamed of.