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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The Cavalier Scroll Saw Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$20.95Introducing The Cavalier Scroll Saw Clock Plan: A Timeless Work of Art Are you a woodworking enthusiast with a passion for creating beautiful, functional pieces? Look no further than The Cavalier Scroll Saw Clock Plan. This meticulously crafted clock...$20.95 -
Victorian Wall Clock Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$5.95Discover the Victorian Wall Clock Scroll Saw Pattern: A Timeless Masterpiece Experience the elegance and grandeur of the Victorian era with our exquisite Scroll Saw Pattern. This meticulously crafted piece is a true work of art that will add a touch of...$5.95 -
Wisteria Vase Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$9.95Wisteria Vase Scroll Saw Plan This scroll saw pattern is full size. You will receive the plan printed on paper. We recommend that you make a copy to scroll saw out and use the original for reference.$9.95 -
Bel Aire Scroll Saw Muscle Car Plan
Wildwood Designs
$5.95Bel Aire Scroll Saw Muscle Car Plan Bel Aire Muscle Car Full Size Plan Remember the muscle cars of yesteryear with these resemblances. Great for the car enthusiast, rec room and garage. Approximately 7" x 12" This is a full size...$5.95 -
Challenger 440 Scroll Saw Muscle Car Plan
Wildwood Designs
$5.95Challenger 440 Scroll Saw Muscle Car Plan Challenger 440 Muscle Car Full Size Plan Remember the muscle cars of yesteryear with these resemblances. Great for the car enthusiast, rec room and garage. Approximately 7" x...$5.95 -
Commander Scroll Saw Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$15.95Introducing the Commander Scroll Saw Clock Plan: The Perfect Blend of Artistry and Functionality Are you searching for a unique and captivating centerpiece that will not only showcase your craftsmanship but also serve as a functional timepiece? Look no...$15.95 -
Custom Wooden Music Boxes
Fox Chapel Publishing
$19.95Custom Wooden Music Boxes For The Scroll Saw Book Custom Wooden Music Boxes For The Scroll Saw Book by Rick and Karen Longabaugh. The Custom Wooden Music Boxes Book For The Scroll Saw contain a collection that will challenge scrollers of all skill...$19.95 -
Dolphins Jumping Scroll Saw Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$7.95You will enjoy building the Dolphins Jumping Scroll Saw Clock Plan. There are three dolphins jumping through waves in is a sweet design. You can use this Dolphin Clock on a wall or desktop mounted. Dolphins Jumping Clock Plan...$7.95 -
Dragon Scroll Saw Hunting Knife Plan
Wildwood Designs
$8.95Dragon Scroll Saw Hunting Knife Full Size Plan Dragon Scroll Saw Hunting Knife Full Size Plan For the hunter in all of us! Simple to build! Our Dragon Scroll Saw Hunting knife is one of our many hunting knives. You will have fun making...$8.95 -
Dutch Windmill Shelf Pattern
Wildwood Designs
$3.95Build a unique corner or wall shelf, with our Dutch Windmill Shelf Pattern. This shelf plan has a windmill with wooden flowers in this decorative design. The photo shows this shelf as a potted plant holder. Finished Dutch Windmill Shelf...$3.95 -
Fairlane Scroll Saw Muscle Car Plan
Wildwood Designs
$5.95Fairlane Car Full Size Plan Remember the muscle cars of yesteryear with these resemblances. Great for the car enthusiast, rec room and garage. Approximately 7" x 12" This is a full size plan that comes on paper. All plans are non...$5.95 -
Fancy Scroll Saw Bud Vases Plan
Wildwood Designs
$7.95Fancy Scroll Saw Bud Vases Plan Welcome three new bud vases to the family. These bud vases offer a lot of fretwork and small details. Add any colored beveled plastic tubes, 9637, 9651, or 9657, to finish the look. Sizes 6 1/2IN w x 5IN ...$7.95
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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.