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Scroll Saw

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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  • This is a photo of the completely built  Look-out Bee Intarsia with the bee holding binoculars, and wearing a hat gloves and shoes.

    Look-out Bee Intarsia Plan

    Wildwood Designs

    $9.95
    Look-out Bee Intarsia Plan This is a cute little bee that you will enjoy being in your home. Maybe you know someone who is a bee enthusiast and would just love this as a gift! Whichever it may be this intarsia project is one of a kind! The Look-out Bee...
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  • Cherry Tree Toys Love Birds Intarsia Plan

    Love Birds Intarsia Plan

    Cherry Tree Toys

    $7.95
    Love Birds Intarsia Plan These "Love Birds" will be perfect for bird lovers! The Love Birds intarsia is a great decoration for your home to welcome spring time or all year through! Make the Love Birds Intarsia your next project! Love Birds Intarsia...
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  • A built scroll saw clock using the Majestic Grandmother Scroll Saw Clock Plan.

    Majestic Grandmother Scroll Saw Clock Plan

    Wildwood Designs

    $29.95
    Introducing the Majestic Grandmother Scroll Saw Clock Plan, a timeless masterpiece that combines craftsmanship and elegance to create an exquisite timepiece. This extraordinary clock plan is designed for those who appreciate the beauty of woodworking and...
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  • Wildwood Designs Navy Emblem Plan

    Navy Emblem Scroll Saw Plan

    Wildwood Designs

    $5.95
    Navy Emblem Scroll Saw Plan The Navy Emblem Plan is a full size silhouette plan that provides you will full size traceable patterns to make your own Navy Emblem. This silhouette portrait of a Navy Emblem will surely make a great gift for your favorite...
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  • Showing a scroll saw cut out that has been painted and built of the Pheasant Intarsia Plan.

    Pheasant Intarsia Plan

    Cherry Tree Toys

    $6.95
    Pheasant Intarsia Plan Here's a great intarsia piece perfect for the beginner! This terrific pheasant will be a nice addition to any home. A wonderful project to help hone your intarsia skills. Pheasant Intarsia Specifications Measures 20" high x...
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  • The word Jesus spelled out in layers with contrasting wood.

    The Word Jesus Pattern

    Wildwood Designs

    $3.95
    The Word Jesus Pattern is spelled out of raised strips of wood.  Can you see the word? If not try to stand in a different spot like from the side. Once you see the side view you will be astonished! This is a fun and tricky pattern. Its easy to...
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  • Wildwood Designs Titanic Scroll Saw Pattern

    Titanic Scroll Saw Pattern

    Wildwood Designs

    $8.95
    Titanic Scroll Saw Plan Scroll saw yourself this gorgeous titanic silhouette by using a full size plan.  This woodworking pattern provides you with blueprints to scroll saw your own Titanic silhouette. You'll need basic woodworking skills, tools...
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  • A finished scroll saw clock made from the Vineyard Clock Scroll Saw Pattern.

    Vineyard Clock Scroll Saw Pattern

    Wildwood Designs

    $6.95
    Introducing the Vineyard Clock Scroll Saw Pattern: A Timeless Blend of Elegance and Craftsmanship Experience the beauty and craftsmanship of the Vineyard Clock Scroll Saw Pattern, a stunning piece that captures the essence of vineyards and the charm of...
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  • The built Hanging Moose Scroll Saw Clock with a clock insert on the lower shoulder.

    Moose Scroll Saw Clock Pattern

    Wildwood Designs

    $7.95
    Introducing the Moose Scroll Saw Clock Pattern: A Majestic Timepiece Are you looking to add a touch of rustic charm to your home decor? Look no further than the Moose Scroll Saw Clock Pattern. This exquisite pattern combines the art of woodworking with...
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  • This 12 inch  Fretsaw Frame has a collapsable wooden handle with wing nuts that tighten the frame.

    12" Fretsaw Frame

    $21.95
    12" Fretsaw Frame Exceptionally well balanced saw with a solid steel spring bow to hold the blade rigid. Uses 5" plain-end blades.
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  • Wildwood Designs 23rd Psalm Scroll Saw Plan

    23rd Psalm Scroll Saw Plan

    Wildwood Designs

    $15.95
    Cut the Psalm out in sections and mount on a backboard with optional floral border.  26 inches H x 18 inches W.  OUT OF PLYWOOD: -1 PACK OF 1/4IN OR 1/8IN PLYWOOD, DEPENDING ON YOUR PREFERENCE.  OUT OF HARDWOOD: RECOMMEND 1/4IN THICK BUT...
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  • Wildwood Designs Antique Scroll Saw Washstand Plan

    Antique Scroll Saw Washstand Plan

    Wildwood Designs

    $14.95
    ANTIQUE WASHSTAND PLAN This is a full size scroll saw plan Measures approx. 40 1/2 inches H x 21 1/2 inches W x 16 inches D Wood Requirement: 7- 3/8in x 6in x 24in 4- 3/8in x 4in x 24in 5- 1/4 x 4in x 24in 3- 1/2in x 6in x 24in 4- 1 1/4in x 1...
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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.