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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Columbine and Bee Intarsia Plan
Cherry Tree Toys
$14.95Columbine And Bee Plan This Columbine and Bee intarsia would make a wonderful spring time decoration in your home. You can almost feel the warm glow of spring coming from this great piece! As beautiful as this piece is you'll probably decide to keep...$14.95 -
Eagle Intarsia Plan
Cherry Tree Toys
$9.95Eagle Plan This Eagle intarsia will look wonderful in your home or office. This majestic Eagle is ready to land on your project table! Eagle Specifications Measures 19 1/2" wide x 15" high. 137 Pieces FULL SIZE PLAN MANY more GREAT plans available...$9.95 -
Fretwork Mantel Scroll Saw Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$9.95Fretwork Mantel Clock Plan Specifications: 14" Wide x 8 1/2" High x 2 3/4" Deep. Fretwork Mantel Scroll Saw Clock Plan The Fretwork Mantel Clock Plan is definitely a fun clock to make for the fireplace. You can use a 2 3/4" Insert for this...$9.95 -
Golf Bag Intarsia Plan
Cherry Tree Toys
$7.95Golf Bag Intarsia Plan Every golfer you know is going to want this terrific intarsia! The Golf Bag intarsia is sure to look great on any wall of the house! How perfect would it be for your favorite golf courses clubhouse? They might even let you have...$7.95 -
Grand Cathedral Scroll Saw Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$24.95The Grand Cathedral Scroll Saw Clock Plan is the ultimate project for woodworking enthusiasts who crave intricate designs and timeless elegance. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, this scroll saw clock plan is a testament to the artistry...$24.95 -
Lacy Swiss Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$21.95Introducing the Lacy Swiss Scroll Saw Plan: A Delicate Blend of Elegance and Craftsmanship Are you a woodworking enthusiast looking for your next creative project? Look no further! We are thrilled to present the exquisite Lacy Swiss Scroll Saw Plan, a...$21.95 -
Scroll Sanders PinEnd 220 grit x 1/4"
Olson Saw
$8.85Scroll Sanders 220 grit x 1/4" Pin ends Package of 4 As easy to attach, and remove as a blade.Sands narrow internal cuts. Removes bumps, burn marks, gouges, and feathering. Designed for pin end or pinless scroll saws. Each sander lasts many hours...$8.85 -
Scroll Sanders Plain End 180 grit x 1/2"
Olson Saw
$8.85Scroll Sanders Plain End 180 grit x 1/2" These Scroll Sanders Plain End 180 grit x 1/2" are just as easy to attach as a regular scroll saw blade. The scroll sanders will sand narrow internal cuts, remove bumps, gouges, burn marks, and feathering...$8.85 -
Thinking Fish Intarsia Plan
Cherry Tree Toys
$12.95Thinking Fish Intarsia Plan Build the Thinking Fish intarsia Plan with its whimsical style and amusing personality. The Thinking Fish Instarsia Plan is 16" wide and 22" high. Build this full size plan from wood that you have available or use the...$12.95 -
Victorian Winter Scroll Saw Clock Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$14.95Introducing the Exquisite Victorian Winter Scroll Saw Clock Pattern Experience the timeless elegance of the Victorian era with our intricately designed Winter Scroll Saw Clock Pattern. This exquisite piece of art seamlessly combines traditional...$14.95 -
Autumn Clock Scroll Saw Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$9.95Introducing the Autumn Clock Scroll Saw Pattern: A Timeless Masterpiece of Nature's Beauty Are you ready to bring the enchanting colors of autumn into your home? Look no further than our exquisite Autumn Clock Scroll Saw Pattern. This captivating design...$9.95 -
Bell Tower Scroll Saw Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$18.95Introducing the Bell Tower Scroll Saw Clock Plan Are you a woodworking enthusiast looking for a unique and captivating project to showcase your skills? Look no further than the Bell Tower Scroll Saw Clock Plan! This meticulously designed plan...$18.95
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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.