jmcgilroy Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 I'm just getting started in scroll saw work with a Delta 40-694 on order. I hope that was a good choice for a first saw. I'll be looking for blade recommendations and patterns so I can get some practice in. Thanks all for being here, Jim amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryEA Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 Hey Jim. Got a great saw. I have a 40-690 & a 40-694 .... Like both. Welcome! Blades,,,, you can order a started kit I think from Wooden Teddy Bear or Slones Woodshop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FranMike Harley Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 Welcome Jim Fairly new myself, started this past December.. You will find this Community invaluable, as I have.. You have questions - these folks have the answers !! I can't speak to the saw but blades, word of advice.. DO NOT BUY blades at the big box stores.. They will aggravate you.. As Larry mentioned, Wooden Teddy Bear has a great selection.. Personally, I like the FD (Flying Dutchmen) blades.. I "think" many of the folks here also use FD blades (either reverse, ultra-reverse, spirals, etc..) Most important, HAVE FUN scrolling !! Post some of your work when you have it done too.. We'll keep you honest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 Welcome aboard. Gilroy, Ca. I have a niece that lives there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Guy Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 I have the same saw you ordered and think you will be happy. Patterns to start with I suggest going to Scrollsaw workshop. There are many in the free catalog . Flying Dutchman and Olsen blades are the most used by the members here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Johnson Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 Welcome Jim. WARNING !!! ... THIS HOBBY IS VERY ADDICTIVE. FranMike Harley 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry1939 Posted March 31, 2016 Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 Hi Jim, WELCOME !!! If by chance you build your own stand, I am tickled with the one I made. Might give you some ideas. jerry http://www.scrollsawvillage.com/topic/15942-my-new-command-control-center/?hl=command Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted April 1, 2016 Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 (edited) I'm just getting started in scroll saw work with a Delta 40-694 on order. I hope that was a good choice for a first saw. I'll be looking for blade recommendations and patterns so I can get some practice in. Thanks all for being here, Jim Welcome friend stop in often!Mike's Workshop selling Flying Dutchman brand fret and... Scrollsaw Workshop look in his catologe Edited April 1, 2016 by amazingkevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted April 1, 2016 Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 Hey there Garlic Jim, welcome to the village! Come on in and join the fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Scroller Posted April 1, 2016 Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 A big WELCOME from me. Roly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveww1 Posted April 1, 2016 Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 Welcome aboard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted April 1, 2016 Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 Welcome to the forum from TN. Great site with lots of friendly folks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted April 2, 2016 Report Share Posted April 2, 2016 Welcome. hope you enjoy and learn as much as I have from these guys. dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Finn Posted April 3, 2016 Report Share Posted April 3, 2016 Welcome! I like to mention to new scrollers that there are many different ways to use a scroll saw. Most folks do mainly fretwork. I do not. Some of the other projects done using a scroll saw include: Lettering, compound cutting, bowl and basket making, inlay, toy making, intarsia, segmentation, puzzles, and even making wooden flowers and vases. All are fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted April 6, 2016 Report Share Posted April 6, 2016 Welcome to the Village....I think you will enjoy it here ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted April 9, 2016 Report Share Posted April 9, 2016 Jim, We are happy to have you on board and I hope you drop in frequently because we have a lot to offer here in The Village. Take time to really explore and if you are experiencing any difficulties just mention you could use some help and believe me, help you will get. Hope to see you often and post some on your work here too Dick heppnerguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted April 28, 2016 Report Share Posted April 28, 2016 G'day Jim, welcome to the Village. I'm Marg from Australia. Pull up a chair and make yourself at home. Marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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