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Artisan Pirate Scroll Saw Workshop Tour 2025 (Video)
artisanpirate posted a topic in Bragging Rights
Hey Everyone! In this fun video we are back for 2025! And what better way to start off a new season than with an updated workshop tour! Keep in mind that the workshop is 12 foot by 24 foot and is primarily a Scroll Saw Woodworking shop but, I have also branched out into other areas. I had a great break over Christmas & New Year's and I am happy to be back! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate -
5 Reasons Scroll Saw Blades Break (And How to Prevent It)
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Scroll saw blades break. It happens to all of us. And when it does, it scares the bejesus out of me. When a blade breaks mid-cut, it’s not only surprising but also frustrating, especially if it interrupts the flow of your project. However, understanding the reasons behind blade breakage can help you avoid this problem and keep your projects on track. Here is a list of common reasons why scroll saw blades break and their solution. Enjoy! Improper Tension Getting the tension just right can be a bit of a Goldilocks situation—too loose, and the blade will bend and flex, causing uneven cuts and eventual breakage. Too tight, and you’re risking a snap, especially on harder materials. Solution: Adjust the tension so it is firm and doesn’t deflect much when you apply pressure to the side of the blade. You can also gently pluck the blade like a guitar string. If you get a clear "ping" sound you’re good to go. Here's how it sounds on my saw: blade_sound.mp3 Excessive Pressure It is tempting to push the wood through faster to save time, but scroll saw blades aren’t fans of being rushed. This adds strain and can cause overheating, which wears out the blade quicker. You may also be adding pressure to the side of the blade without even realizing it. Solution: Relax and let the blade do its thing! Use a light, steady hand and let the saw do the work. Imagine guiding a knife through butter— no extra effort is needed. Your cuts will come out smoother, and your blade will last longer. Sometimes you don’t even realize you’re adding excess pressure. What I do is release the pressure on my workpiece from time to time to see if the workpiece springs back. This is especially helpful to see if I’m adding side pressure. Dull Blades Blades don’t last forever. A dull blade struggles to cut, requiring more pressure and increasing the chances of snapping. You might notice your cuts looking fuzzy or uneven. Solution: Keep an eye on performance. If you find yourself pushing harder or the edges of your cuts start to look rough, swap out the blade. For me, I’ll use a new scroll saw blade every time I start a project. It’s common to use several during a project, depending on the complexity and materials I’m working with. Blade Selection Using the wrong blade for your project is like wearing flip-flops on a hike—it’s just not a good fit. Fine-toothed blades struggle with thick wood, and coarse blades can be over-aggressive for delicate work. Solution: First and foremost, you’ll want quality scroll saw blades. The hardware store variety usually arn’t very good. You’re better off buying quality blades from someone who specializes in scroll sawing. Don’t worry, they are not very expensive. Popular brands are Flying Dutchman, Pégas, and Olson. From there, match the blade to the job. For thicker woods, go with a blade that has fewer teeth per inch (TPI) to handle the strain. A skip tooth configuration will help with clearing out the sawdust from the kerf. For intricate designs or thinner materials, a higher TPI works well. Blade packaging usually provides guidelines—don’t skip reading it! Here are my go-tos: Thin Materials (⅛” - 1/2”) - Flying Dutchman #3 Scroll Reverse. This will also work with ¾” softer material such as pine and poplar. Thicker Materials (¾” and dense material) - Flying Dutchman #5 Scroll Reverse or Flying Dutchman #9 Scroll Reverse if I don’t need the detail. Overheating Friction is the enemy. Cutting thick or dense materials without pauses can make the blade overheat, weakening it to the point of snapping. Solution: Adding a layer of either masking or packing tape to your workpiece will act as a blade lubricant and can make a big difference. It will also help reduce burning on susceptible woods such as cherry. Depending on the thickness and density of your material, sometimes the blade has a tough time clearing out the sawdust. This will cause the cut to take longer and heat up. In this case, look for a skip tooth blade If you’re tackling thick wood, adjust the speed to reduce friction. Misalignment A crooked blade is bad news. Misalignment puts uneven stress on the blade, making it more likely to break. This often happens if the blade isn’t seated properly or the clamps are overtightened. Solution: Before starting, make sure the blade is perfectly straight and aligned with the saw’s table. The teeth should face forward and down. Tighten the clamps snugly but not so much that you risk bending the blade. Regularly check alignment as you work. You can also check the positions of the set screws in the blade clamps. Make sure the blade is seated nicely between the set screws and not being crimped. What did I miss? If I missed anything or if you have any suggestions that would help new scrollers, please leave it in the comments below!- 2 comments
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Hey everyone! In this fun scroll saw project video, we make a beautiful Candle Holder for Thanksgiving. This older Steve Good design is mainly cut from Pine material and would be a great centerpiece for that delicious Thanksgiving Meal! I am indeed Thankful for you all and I hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this fun scroll saw project video, we make an amazing and unique Bigfoot Diorama! This Steve Good design uses various thicknesses of material to give the project a unique 3D design! Keep in mind, I made the entire project from a basic piece of 3/4 inch pine shelving board. I believe in the legendary creature, do you? Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this fun scroll saw project video, we make this Small Intarsia Mummy to get into the spooky season! This is my very first Intarsia Video and the project comes from the latest (fall) issue of Scroll Saw Woodworking Crafts Magazine by Fox Chapel Publishing. Hope you all like the video! #artisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this fun scroll saw project, we make an amazing fretwork flower pot that can hold up to a 6 inch vase, (it could also hold a candle, just be careful). This Steve good design uses 1/4 inch material for the whole project and would be a great gift for that friend or family member that has a green thumb! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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This is something I have been working on for two years. I would work on it for awhile, get stuck on something and then come back later. It was a combination of a plan and actual drawings of the car. A lot of different tools were used but many cut with my scrollsaw. The fenders were compound cut and then shaped. The difficult part was fitting the fenders to the curved body. The Spoke wheels were a huge challenge and I made many bad ones before figuring it out.L
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Hey Everyone! In this fun scroll saw project video, we make this amazing Bald Eagle Portrait for the upcoming 4th Of July Holiday in America! The design is from the old Creative Woodworks & Crafts Magazine March 2005 Issue and uses 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch material. If anyone knows the pattern designer please let me know so I can credit them properly. Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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For those who use the instagram platform, I would like to inform you all that my original account artisanpirate was compromised and hacked, I cannot log in to it anymore and i've been forced to make a new on artisan.pirate and I hope the over 3000 followers I gathered their will refollow me, its been a frustrating few days... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dijkjsWxeYg&ab_channel=ArtisanPirate Hey Everyone! In this fun scroll saw project video, we make an awesome Animal Cracker Train! This design uses various materials, including live edge! The design is in the newest issue of Scroll Saw & Woodworking Crafts Magazine! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video we make an amazing Fretwork Picnic Basket! This Steve Good Design uses 1/4 inch material and would be a great item to make to hold some fruit or candy! This project really shows off that a scroll saw can make some beautiful 3d objects! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Miniature Sailboat Diorama, Scroll Saw Project Video
artisanpirate posted a topic in Bragging Rights
Hey Everyone! In this fun scroll saw project video, we make this amazing little Sailboat Diorama! This Steve Good design uses 1/4 inch material for everything except the base which can be 1/2 or 3/4 inch material. This Sailboat (or Pirate Ship) would be perfect to make for the beach lover in your life. Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate -
Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video, we make a cool guitar man design by Steve Good. It uses 1/4 inch material and this project would be great to make and give to music lovers! Music is the international language! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video, we make this beautiful "He Is Risen" Piece to celebrate the True Meaning of the Easter Holiday. The pattern is from an amazing Christian Pattern book by Fox Chapel Publishing. Happy Easter To All! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey everyone! In this scroll saw project video, we make some beautiful Compound Cut Word Art that says "Enjoy Today" This Steve Good Design shows that a scroll saw can not only do 2 dimensional projects but, can also do very unique 3D designs! Hope you all like the video and I hope you all Enjoy Today and Everyday! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video we make a beautiful Tropical Lobster to hang beside my Tropical Fish Tank! I used 3/8 inch thick red oak for the project and the pattern comes from the Ultimate Book Of Scroll Saw Patterns By Fox Chapel Publishing. Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video I make a unique decorative bowl. This Steve Good design uses 1-4 inch material and I think it shows the versatility of the scroll saw! Not only can a scroll saw cut out 2 dimensional items, it can also make Beautiful 3D works of art! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In my first scroll saw project video of 2023, I cut out this beautiful Knights Shield! Over Christmas break I watched a ton of Documentaries on Kings & Queens and Castles and it totally fascinated me and I wanted to make a project to reflect it. This Steve Good design uses 1/4 inch material. Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video I make an amazing Fretwork Christmas Tree that slots together for easy assembly and storage! This Steve Good Design uses 1/4 inch material and can be finished in a variety of ways. Hope you all like the video and Merry Christmas! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey everyone! In this fun scroll saw project video we make a beautiful Christmas Themed Candy Dish! This Steve Good design uses 1/4 & 1/8 inch material. This is a perfect project to make if you are learning tabbed designs and is also perfect for Traditional Christmas Candies! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video I make this Amazingly Beautiful Horses In Fall Leaves Project, It came out amazing and is cut from mostly 1/4 inch material with a small piece of 3/4 inch material to tie it all in. The pattern comes from the old Creative Woodworks & Crafts Magazine. Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video I make this beautifully detailed Thanksgiving piece! This Steve Good design is cut from 1/4 inch material. It's almost time for the family to all gather and enjoy an amazing home cooked meal! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video I make this spooky Grim Reaper piece that is back lit by an electronic tea light. This Steve Good design uses 1/2 inch material and is a great little project! Hope you all like the video and have a Happy Halloween 2022! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video, I make an awesome miniature version of the iconic Pirate's Skull And Crossbones! This Steve Good design uses several layers of 1/4 inch material and is shaped using various sanders to give it a 3D and lifelike look! It's a Pirates Life For Me! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey everyone! In this fun Halloween Scroll Saw Project Video I make a pumpkin headed skeleton that's almost 3 foot tall! This Steve Good design uses 1/4 inch material and is assembled with zip ties! Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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Hey Everyone! In this scroll saw project video, we make a cool skull themed box! The pattern is designed by Steve Good and uses various thicknesses of material. This box is perfect for the Halloween season and shows the versatility of the scroll saw. Hope you all like the video! #ArtisanPirate
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