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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Crucifix Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$8.95This is a Full size Scroll Saw plan that comes on paper. All plans are non refundable$8.95 -
Jewelry Box Scroll Saw Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$4.95Jewelry Box Scroll Saw Plan Scroll saw this beautiful wooden jewelry box by using a fully detailed plan. This woodworking pattern provides you with blueprints to scroll saw your own jewelry box. You'll need basic woodworking skills, tools, and...$4.95 -
Large Vase Scroll Saw Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$7.95Large Vase Scroll Saw Plan Build yourself a beautiful wooden scroll saw vase using a fully detailed plan. This woodworking pattern provides you all the information and blueprints to build your own large vase. You'll need basic woodworking...$7.95 -
Little Brown Church Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$16.95Little Brown Church Scroll Saw Plan This wonderful little church will challenge your sawing skills as well as your building skills. Add a light or music box for an extra special piece! Dimensions: 10" W x 12" L x 15" H This is a...$16.95 -
Outdoor Animals Scroll Saw Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$6.95Outdoor Animals Scroll Saw Plan Does your yard need some decorations? Make these outdoor animals your next weekend project! You can scroll saw yourself these cute outdoor animals by using a full size plan. This woodworking pattern provides you...$6.95 -
Parlor Table Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$15.95Parlor Table Plan If you are looking for a fun scroll saw project that will not only be fun to make but fun to display in your home, then you need this Parlor Table Plan! The Parlor Table Plan is a full size scroll saw plan that will provide you with...$15.95 -
Pheasant Scroll Saw Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$6.95Create a cut out with a rustic piece of wood for a special effect using this Pheasant Scroll Saw Pattern. Finished Pheasant Scroll Saw Specifications 14 inches high x 15 inches wide. Wood Requirement: 1/2 inch - 3/4 inch 14 X 15...$6.95 -
Praying Hands with Cross Intarsia Plan
Cherry Tree Toys
$14.95Praying Hands With Cross Plan The Praying Hands with Cross plan would be a great project to build for your Church. It would look wonderful hanging by the altar and would certainly be appreciated. Of course you could always build it for yourself and...$14.95 -
Scroll Sanders Plain End 220 grit x 1/2"
Olson Saw
$8.85Scroll Sanders 220 grit x 1/2" Plain 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...$8.85 -
Ten Point Buck Arrowhead Clock Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$4.95The Ten Point Buck Arrowhead Clock Pattern has large buck from the shoulder up, with his head slightly turned, and a clock insert above his head, inside an arrowhead shaped frame. There is also a snow covered field with lots of pine trees behind the...$4.95 -
Venice Bridge Scroll Saw Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$23.95We present to you the Venice Bridge Scroll Saw Clock Plan - a masterpiece that combines the elegance of the Venice Bridge with the precision of a scroll saw project. Get ready to embark on a journey filled with creativity, precision, and a touch of...$23.95 -
Wax Bee Intarsia Plan
Wildwood Designs
$9.95Wax Bee Intarsia Plan This Wax Bee Intarsia would be a outstanding gift for any bee collector! Watch this little guy come to life piece by piece! The Wax Bee Intarsia Plan is a full size intarsia pattern that provides you with traceable patterns for the...$9.95
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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.