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I don't post a lot of pictures of stuff I've made, but here's a little something I recently cut for a friend who is retiring soon. It's a Steve Good pattern. Not the most technical thing I've ever made, but I'm pleased with how it turned out and am looking forward to my friend's reaction.

This is a Charlie E pattern. 3/8" bbply, used Pegas #0/2 MG blades. Backer is stained Minwax Honey, Scrooge is "Natural". Once I get a frame cut, this'll go with the rest of my office "Christmas decorations".

At my age, whenever a small item falls to the floor, I have a series of qualifying decisions to make. Do I really need it? Do I have more in the box? Can I see it on the floor? Is it easily accessible? Is it ferrous? If so, where did I use the magnet last? If I've answered all those questions satisfactorily and the magnet retrieval doo-hicky isn't found or not applicable, it's time to get down on the floor. Which brings about another set of questions. Is the object in such a spot that my huge girth can fit in order to grab the wayward, lost object. Can I use a bench or tool to help me get up. Preferably, something not on wheels and not easily tippable. If all the conditions are right and I'm down on hands and knees or, more likely, on my butt, there one final question..."Now, Is there anything else I can do while I'm down here?"

A couple of quick cuts. The squirrel I am trying to decide if I want to leave unpainted or go ahead and paint him and the oak leaf. Thoughts!!

I like it. No problem, but it’s actually my pattern. Just for that you will be visited by 3 spirits. Nice job.

I find the easiest way to find something that drops is to drop something else. Does it always work, no, but if you find the second thing you have the feeling of accomplishment

Thanks for jinxing the day Marie! I was painting small pieces for another gnome and "misplaced" a couple of the leaves. I was able to find them. My floor is so much cleaner now!!!

Coffee or tea cup coaster for workshop. Or sometimes can be used as a beer coaster, not very often. Made with fretsaw, Antilope #2 blades. An attempt to use celtic cross design.

I really haven't seen that many Bronson movies but he made a cool addition to my cowboy wall.

I think Minwax is still readily available. Really any furniture paste wax will do the trick. Just avoid car waxes that contain silicone.

I live in Fort Smith Arkansas. Here's a tutorial I recently posted.

I make wheels using a good hole saw and then sand similar to BadBob. It only takes a bit of sanding. And sometimes I am lazy and just buy a bag of wheels.

Hi. I have followed this forum for a while now and picked up many good ideas and tips from the members here. I finally decided to join the group. After retiring from farming in 2013 I built myself a woodworking shop where I could keep busy. I do different types of projects from furniture for the wife and daughters to bandsaw boxes and picture frames for my wife's art. But over the last year I have found myself gravitating to the scroll saw more and more. It is very relaxing and enjoyable. I am far from a master at it but find I improve and learn with each project. I look forward to learning from other members. Thanks for accepting me on this site. Lester

Hello all, The pattern for these Chinese symbols is from Steve Good's Scrollsaw Workshop, they are actually for making pendants but I thought I'd try something different. The main part is a block of offcut Cherry and I have absolutely no idea what the base is made from, again it's from the scrap bin. The 2 symbols mean love and family. Pegas reverse skip tooth no.3. Regards Alan.

This the second vanity tray, 2 of 2. I finally got a good picture of the finish. 8 coats of rattle can shellac.

The Parkinson's logo was a nice touch. I know he has suffered with Parkinsons for many years. Recently saw an interview with him, I think it was on Sunday morning show on CBS. It was sad, but he is trying everything he can to get the message out there. Jerry

I'd guess 98% of everything I've cut has been using Baltic Birch - mostly 1/4" with 1/8" second runner up and the rest 1/2". And about 98% of the patterns have been Steve Good patterns (thanks Steve). The wood has a uniform color. Cut easily, takes stain and finishes well. Is locally available in various sizes, compared to hardwood. The quality is better than other plywood available at the box stores (HD/Lowes). That's my 2 pennies worth.

I dont see the spaghetti noodles? Paint ? Vien with scrollsaw? This post is just to be fun only. I hope no offense taken. Sometimes you have to ignore Me. Me. Mark Eason

Ditto!

Yes, very beautiful!

I can't paint worth a hoot

Beautiful work!

Oh that would be great! Please post it, if/whenever you finish it...would love to see it!

Thanks Tj. Your tutorial is very well done. Also saved me a Trip from AZ to AR.

I'd paint it

awesome job

I saw him in a clip just the other day and thought he’d make a nice addition. Now I have to.

Dangit. I'm horrible with names.

I run my saw as fast as it will go except when I cut thin stock such as 1/4-inch plywood. This may be because I used as single speed saw for years and it is what I am used to. I would use a finer blade with the single-speed saw if the cut was too aggressive.

I used hole saws for a long time and have a collection of every size they make. Cutting them with the scroll saw gives much better results and lets me use small bits of wood I would never try cutting with a hole saw. I first used the scroll saw because I was making wheels from some wood that was tearing badly, and I had to cut them oversized and sand them to the size I needed to get smooth edges. I tried cutting them with my scroll saw and was pleased with the result. Another benefit to using a scroll saw to cut wheels is that I can make any size wheel I want, and there is no need for a collection of hole saws.

Wow, you really captured him....I love your cowboy wall! What a great idea I always liked Jack Elam, too. In case you want to add another to your wall...

Thank you for all the kind welcomes and comments. Yes I find scrolling quite addictive. I just need to find more time in my shop. I am sure I will learn many things from everyone here and hope I can find ways to contribute as well. Thanks

Making small cars and such are fun on the scrollsaw. I make small ones and carry a few when I travel. I have given them out to little kids on an airplane and they and their parents appreciate it.

Beautiful piece!

As I was reading your story I was thinking "her luck is almost as bad as mine." My brother could take dog droppings and make money from it whereas I would most likely trip and fall into it face first. The old saying, "If it wasn't for bad luck, I wouldn't have any luck at all," definitely applies to me. Does it get better? If it does for you, please let me know. It would give me something to look forward to.

Where do you live, TJ? I need to drop by for some instructions about how to pour such small areas. My pours have always been stuff like table tops.

I have made lots of wheels. My preferred method is to drill the center holes first, cut them out free hand with the scroll saw, and sand them with a belt sander and a jig. The jig is a dowel in a piece of wood clamped an appropriate distance from the sanding belt. It is fast and easy, and I can produce a hundred perfectly round and sanded smooth wheels. The jig is so simple that I never keep them. I have made wheels from squares using a coarse 60-grit sanding belt. This works great, but if you think scroll saws make a lot of dust, you should try this.

Welcome from Colorado. If those pictures are of some of your work, you are a master. Let me warn you, you are going to get addicted. Jerry

Took some careful cutting but I got all the letters cut and out in one piece!

Thank you DakOta (Rodney) for the great pattern. She really loved it. I thought she was going to cry when she saw it. I will be cutting out the eagle pattern you made later this month, I have to catch up on somethings before.. Thank you again Mimi

I keep forgetting to post a picture of Trudy's sign..........so here it is.

For cutting circles on the scroll saw, locate the center of each circle. Then make a jig table for the scroll saw with a pin the same radius distance from the blade. With a small hole in the circle center to match the pin diameter, make a saw cut from the edge of the wood in to the edge of the circle. Then place the center hole of the workpiece over this pin. Begin cutting and rotating the work piece until the circle cut is complete. Repeat this process for each circle, using a different pin position to match the radius of the circle to blade distance. A small starter hole for the blade next to the circle line is another way to get started. The center pin will guide the blade cut so you only need to feed the work piece into it. You will have a perfectly round hole at completion. A router can be used in much the same way, but will require more experience. Consider looking into a Jasper Jig for this (they make several versions) if using a router. Charley

For cutting those holes, I would probably use a forstner bit. The best tool for a scroll saw project isn't always a scroll saw.