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Editorial Review:
This woodworking guide compares the 15 scroll saw models available in today's market and offers 25 exercises-with patterns and step-by-step cutting instructions-that will turn a novice into a pro. Beginning with the basics such as cutting straight, curved, and jagged lines, the book details progressively more advanced techniques including stack cutting; cutting metal, plastic, and paper; relief cutting; inlay; segmentation; and puzzle making. Project patterns include die-cut stationery, a fish silhouette, a butterfly with interior cuts, a hummingbird ornament, and a collapsible wooden basket. The content has been updated to include information on new scroll saw manufacturers.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Excellent skill building book:
I'll preface this by saying that I am an experienced wood worker (I didn't say I was good, though). I am proficient with most of the big tools you would find in a well stocked shop. I am new, however, to the scroll saw. This book is just as described: "Scroll Saw Workbook: Learn to Use Your Scroll Saw in 25 Skill-Building Chapters". For the most part, it doesn't give you step by step instructions on building spectacular projects. What it DOES give you, though, is step by step lessons on how to learn how to... more info
Good instructions !!:
I just got my first scroll saw and then a few days later I got this book. It is SO much better than the instructions that came with the saw!!
I highly recommend this to any one new or considering purchasing a scroll saw...Even better if you don't have one as they describe what to look for in a scroll saw when shopping. Good lessons in here too !!
Good introduction to scrolling.:
The book contained good example patterns to explain what I should be doing. The book's intended audience is the novice.
Excellent workbook on scroll saws:
I've wanted to learn how to use a scroll saw and I wasn't sure what to look for or how hard it would be to use. I don't have one yet but wanted to find out all that I could before I puchase one. I actually checked this book out at the library first to see if it would be worth while to buy it, and I haven't been able to set it down. My dad is pretty good in woodworking and I showed him this book and he agreed that it is a really good instructional book. The author makes you feel confident in doing the... more info
