Harry Barton Posted August 3, 2019 Report Share Posted August 3, 2019 When I got my scroll saw a few weeks ago, I imagined that by now I'd be turning out interesting, artistic pieces of a standard that would demonstrate my natural ability and flair... Anyway, it hasn't quite turned out like that! Not only is scrolling not as easy as it looks, life's got in the way and I've not had much time to devote to it. I have had to do a few DIY jobs around the house. For these, I've used my saw whenever possible, and it's a superb addition to the workshop. For instance, today I needed to cut some pieces of pine to fill gaps in a door frame, where locks had been moved. I cut a 5/16" thick piece to 1" x 10", and then ripped that along its length, to make two pieces each about 1/8" thick. There is no way I could have done that with any other tool in my possession, and it was quick, fairly easy and after a bit of sanding and planing, reasonably accurate. Scruffydog, bobscroll, lawson56 and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted August 4, 2019 Report Share Posted August 4, 2019 I would say only about 5 - 10% of us are naturals, the rest of us get there in the end after a LOT of practice and making designer firewood. Just get on the saw as often as you can and you never know what masterpiece you will soon come up with. Have fun and happy scrolling. Marg John B, Harry Barton and bobscroll 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted August 4, 2019 Report Share Posted August 4, 2019 My Dad gave me my 1st saw a little over 20yrs ago.Never saw one,never heard of one.but I kept Monkeying around with it,after tons of scrap fire wood.Now I can cut fairly decent plaques.And you will do the same.Looking forward to seeing your works of art. John B and Harry Barton 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meflick Posted August 4, 2019 Report Share Posted August 4, 2019 Yes, as you discovered it can come in handy for several things not just doing actual scroll work. You are right, it is harder then it looks - especially if you are trying to cut a straight line. Give it time, you will get there. In the interim, be sure to ask any questions you may have here in the Village. Harry Barton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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