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I just finished my first two-part wood-art piece. Each part is 11 x 14 inches. I made this for a California friend. This is Dillon's Beach in northern California.

I finally completed this project. I took me the longest of any project I have tried in my years of scrolling. Took two tries. I wanted to make a picture of a modern diesel train engine for my nephew-in-law that is a conductor. I could not find a pattern of one. Talking to @munzieb one time I mentioned it to him, he told to send him a picture of what you want and he would make a pattern. And he did, a real detailed pattern. A beautiful pattern.. I worked on it, gave up once, then decided to try again. I worked on this over a period of 4 or 5 months. Bernd Would call every once in a while to see how I was doing. I told him I was about to give up. I just could not scroll like I use to. He said he would give it a try. Two weeks latter he sends me his completed scrolled picture of it! So the challenge was thrown down. I had to quit whining and keep cutting. Finally got there. Many, many thanks to Bernd for the coaching and encouragement. Would never have finished it without it. I still have to frame it. The first picture is mine, the second is the one he cut and sent to me. His was even more difficult than mine, his was a little smaller.

Just finished this one I made for a craft fair I have coming up this Easter Weekend. It's made from 4mm Birch ply and finished with 2 coats of sanding sealer and 2 coats of acrylic lacquer. Hope you like it. Keith

The Chicken Puzzle was designed by Harvey Blyer. I used 3/4" Poplar approximately 8" x 8". Cut on the Pegas Scroll Saw using Pegas #3R MGT blades. Actually, only one blade. After a light sanding, dipped in diluted Shellac. After drying, another light sanding. This is a gift for a friend that gives us eggs. Comments welcome.

Got this finished today. You can see the progress in "works in progress". Finished with three coats of shellac. I wouldn't normally show the back but I love the grain!!

I found a B&W line image of a ‘Long Hair Shaggy Cat’ that I converted into an 11” x 14” scrollable pattern. The cut panel is 5/32” Maple solid core Ply affixed to a 1/4" BB Ply Backer. All cutting was done using Pegas # 2/0 Spiral blades. The cutting is challenging since there are many long, narrow, curved cut-out areas that are very close to each other. The lack of clear “white” space around the image was a deliberate choice to present an elegant, formal-like, portrait of this ‘Regal’ feline. Colorization of both the backer and cut panel, were done using Air Brush Artist Acrylic Paints. The finished assembled panel was protected with multiple coats of Clear Gloss Acrylic. The Frame is my standard 1 3/4" wide rails, made from Poplar, primed, and painted a dark Expresso Brown. I’ll post the pattern in Pattern Exchange for anyone who might be interested. This cutting will look good as a B&W with maybe only color added for the Eyes and Pink Nose. Comments and critiques always welcome.

I found a picture of a 30's car that I knew I had to cut. Its a 1938 Cadillac V-16. Only a very few were made though there was some talk that Cadillac wanted to make the v-16 back in '08. Didn't happen. Plaque is 16 x 12 BBPW on 1/4" backer. Shellac and Gloss Lacquer finish and help from Denny at Artcrafter for "0" skiptooth blades.

Ray I did not get to see your reply to my reply which I guess you did not approve. Approve or not it is just my thoughts. I ask you why do you think that HF started making Hercules and Bauer tools. The reason is because they had so many complaints and returns for the junk they were selling before. if the tool fits your $$$ value and needs by all means buy it. But when I buy a tool that has a motor on it I want one that is reliable and brand name. yes they all have lemons but I feel better. Too late in my lifetime to worry about $$$$. That is just me. You noticed I never said in this thread or anywhere on this forum to not buy HF tools. I buy lots of things from them that are not powered. Again I stress this that is ME.

Beautiful, Dave! While I’d like to try it…

Thanks Frank. I will start one. I was not "chicken" about cutting this one.

Both are great cuttings. I rather enjoy when patterns have heavy detail. I just look at it as "one hole at a time."

Top class very fine detail work to make it so great.

There is some fine detail in there. That is what makes it stand out. Beautiful work.

Fantastic job. Such detail. Love it.

Congratulations Paul! A wonderful rendition sure to please your Buddy!

I have been cutting a chess set out of 2x4 spf and have found that FD polar #5 and #7 work well. I have used #6 skip tooth successfully too.

I agree with Scott. I use Pegas Super Skip blades on my Miniature Birdhouse Ornaments. I use 1 1/2" stock usually hardwoods. I sell then and the link is below my signature.

I've been President of my one person "Grumpy Old Man" Club for many years. About 41+ years ago at age 40, my first Grandson was born. At that time I said "I'm too young to be called Grandpa so just call me Grumps". The Monika stuck and I have been called Grumps by all my 'Grands' and many others, ever since. When I first started to Scroll, over four years ago, one of my earliest projects was this sign that is always on display on or near my Desk. BTW, nice cutting!

What is most often used is a "deadman switch" foot pedal. You push down and it runs. You take your foot off it stops. Like this one: Coolneon Foot Switch Normally Off Press and Hold to ON 10FT UL Cable & Plug, Dead Man Pedal Momentary 15A 250VAC US 3-Prong Piggyback for Lichtenberg Machine Table Saw Scroll Saw Miter Power Tools | WantItAll

Nice piece, reminiscent of the old style car ads.

Thanks all for the replies. I ordered the Flying Dutchman Heavy Duty Assortment Pack . This way I can try the heavy duty. blade too.

Just saw this post of yours, Dedication to detail!!! Astounding workmanship! Thank you for showing us your work, Bob

Well done Bernd, Great looking project you did there! Thanks for showing, Bob

Great cutting for a great looking car.

Yes, I agree with skip or double skip blades. I tried a Douglas Fir 2x2 using #5 MGR modified geometry, it did not do well. Changed to skip and then double skip#7.

Man, that is some mighty fine work. In my view the 1930's and 1940's produced the best looking body styles in American automobile history. Your project is a great representation of that era.

outstanding presentation Frank

Frank you have done an excellent job, RJ

It also might make a difference on the wood itself. If you are buying from H/D you will probably get some very wet wood. I did a compound cutting on 2 x 2 douglas fir that was very dry. I started out using a Pegas #5 MGT and had a terrible time with it. Then someone suggested a skip tooth or double skip tooth and that made a world of difference. You want something that allows for dust removal from the kerf. I had pretty good luck with some Olson crowned tooth blades too. About a #7.

Welcome from Iowa. Here is my packers clock In I made out of clock parts I had laying around. Keep at it and you’ll get better and better.

I think it's best if I just try to buy yours instead of trying to make my own! Damn nice!

This Stylized Owl is a pattern by Sue Mey. Made from 1/2" x 6" x 6" Red Oak. Cut on the Pegas Scroll Saw using Pegas #3MGT blades. After a light sanding, dipped in diluted Shellac, light sanding again, and one coat spray Lacquer Clear Satin. Comments welcome.

You might want to start a new topic. This one is 9 years old.

This is a Steve Good layered pattern. Cut on 1/4 inch plywood. Reminded me of of the sugar diorama eggs my mother used to have when I was a kid.

WOW! for sure. Tons of detail. I have made a few models, not that detained, but yes they take a lot of patience and dedication. I do not understand how you made that grill.

Awesome work...You really wanted to do that project !

Just, wow!

Stunning work with amazing detail!

Wow! Very impressive!

Wow. Look at those rims!!!!

Very good work.

Awesome details!

Never, Never, Never use a VS speed control footpedal with a scrollsaw that is VS speed control. You will burn the board out or possibly the motor. Speed controller can not control a speed controller. Get a on/ off foot switch and set speed by way of scrollsaw. I have always used the momentary ones where you need to stay on it to keep saw running. There are ones that is push to start and push to stop. But I found that just taking your foot off the footswich is faster than trying to panic and step on it again to stop for fear of stepping on it more than once and you now start it again. Especially when the blade breaks and the blade will break.

Cut in 3/8 Alder using #3 FDUR#3 blades.......Thanks again for the pattern Charlie.....Thanks for looking, Steve.

I usually celebrate March with some project that I have been thinking about during the winter when my shop is too cold to spend a lot of time in. This March turned into Easter baskets. I gave my mother-in-law one for Christmas. She showed it to several friends and they would like some for Easter.

This has been hanging in my shop for many years. It's one of the first thing anyone coming in will see.

Couple I did last year. Springtime, butterflies are starting to visit the wife's garden again.

Easter Pysanky Eggs created by me prior to starting scrollwork. I did not learn the traditional Ukrainian designs and colors so I created my own. Have a Happy Easter. Dick Mira

Some of my Easter-themed work from the past.