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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3MM Poplar Plywood
Cherry Tree Toys
$7.953mm or 1/8" Italian Poplar Plywood 3ply Clean cutting with a good center core 16 inches x 24 inches, slightly under 1/8 inch. Thin and lightweight poplar plywood is great for scroll work, jigsaw puzzles, wood burning, and other delicate...$7.95 -
Galaxy Top Cut Scroll Saw Blades
Galaxy
$3.95Galaxy Blades are top of the line blades made in Germany with the highest quality steel.Galaxy blades are very sharp and do not stretch as you are sawing.The Top Cut scroll saw blades feature each 3rd tooth as a reverse tooth.This provides a...$3.95 -
Wall Hanging Grandfather Clock Plan
Wildwood Designs
$19.95The finished clock measures 13" wide x 27 1/2" tall x 5" deep, making it a beautiful addition to any home. Wall Hanging Grandfather Clock Plan Suggested Materials 1/4" thick solid wood, plywood, or a combination of both. 4 Quarter Chiming...$19.95 -
Olson Metal Cutting Scroll Saw Blades
Olson Saw
$5.95These are the only metal cutting blades made specifically for power scroll saws. Jewelers or metal piercing blades are for use in hand held frames due to inherent brittleness. These premium blades are made of hardened and tempered steel and have...$5.95 -
Dome Clock Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$29.95Dome Clock Scroll Saw Pattern Once you've completed this project, you can count yourself among the masters! Each floor is elaborately detailed with intricate cutouts and embellishments. Measures 22 inches Wide x 50 inches High x 12 inches Deep...$29.95 -
Mill Clock Scroll Saw Plan
Wildwood Designs
$14.95Introducing the Mill Clock Scroll Saw Plan: Unleash Your Creativity with an Exquisite Project Are you a woodworking enthusiast with a passion for creating unique and intricate pieces? Look no further than the Mill Clock Scroll Saw Plan! This captivating...$14.95 -
Eberle Spiral Scroll Saw Blades
Eberle
$3.05Allows you to cut in all directions without turning the workpiece.• Blades are 5 inches long• One dozen blades per pack• Plain End Blades Please select the blade size and dimensions from the drop down box above. All blades are listed by...$3.05 -
Extra Blade Storage Tubes
$8.00Extra Blade Storage Tubes$8.00/doz.Fits blade tube holder stock #T199.Set of 12 tubes 5 3/4" Long$8.00 -
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
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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.