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Build a Hot Rod Racer
by Troy Thorne
Customize your Pinewood Derby car with a variety of options

Victorian Fretwork Cross
by John A. Nelson
Inspirational design is a beautiful symbol of faith

Selecting Intarsia Wood
by Mike Mathieu
Preserve the beauty of your work by understanding the effects of time

Sawdust
by Kathleen Ryan
Dave Danchuck bonus gallery

Creating Caricatures in Wood
by Doug Wallace
Artist designs humorous portraits of famous faces

Holiday Silhouettes Make Quick Gifts
Bonus: New pattern attachment method and web-exclusive ornaments
by Tom Zieg
Classic Christmas icons can be stack cut to build inventory quickly

Wood Review - Mimosa
br Ben Fink
Ornamental tree hides exotic and beautiful grain

Box of Elves
by Carl Hird-Rutter
Festive linking elves have their own handy storage box - bonus color transfer

Gift Box Ornaments correction
by Dave Van Ess
Layered rings create a hollow center perfect for presenting small gifts

Scrolling Out a Future
by Kathleen Ryan
Dedicated dad creates scroll saw businesses for handicapped sons

Carving on Fretwork Creates Lifelike Portrait
by Dick Miraglia
3D tiger leaps from the wood

Moonlight Stallion
by Jay Ball
Galloping horse designed for watermelon carving can be cut in wood

Custom Scroll Saw Stand
by Gary MacKay
Build an inexpensive stand for maximum comfort and efficiency

Editor’s Column
Behind the Scenes

New Products
by Bob Duncan
Excalibur EX-30 Scroll Saw

Wood Review
by Kevin Daly
Osage Orange

Scroll Saw Basics

2007 Best Project Design Contest
Prize-winning entries and highlights from the contest

SpyPod
by Carl Hird-Rutter
Scroll your own essential accessory for covert missions

Painted Pony
by James Haumesser
Colorful Dentzel carousel horse makes an impressive display

Editor's Column

Off-road Racing Jeep
By Troy Thorne
Use this clever design in a scout’s Pinewood Derby^® or as a working wooden car
Article Download - 679KB PDF

Pocket-size Tangram Puzzle
By Carl Hird-Rutter
Clever puzzle-in-a-box provides a portable distraction
Tangram Puzzle Pattern Download - 124 KB PDF

Military Tribute Plaque
By Steven Westfall
Easily customized plaque honors the armed forces

Cut Down to Size
By Mark Duginske
Simple techniques to mill thin wood for scroll sawing
Article Download - 432 KB PDF

New Products
Hawk G4 Scroll Saw - 138KB PDF

Rubber Ducky Step Stool
Pattern Download

12 Piece Intarsia Nativity Set
by Kathy Wise
Versatile design collection can be used as decorations or ornaments

Historic Window Tracery Designs
by Bruce Pratt
Versatile Gothic designs showcase your fretwork skills

Nostalgic Sleigh Centerpiece
by John A. Nelson
Timeless holiday design shows off your fretwork skills
Alternative Sleigh Runner Download - 21 KB PDF

T-Rex Dinosaur Puzzle
by William Berry
This popular design is simple to make

3-D Snowflake Ornaments
by John A. Nelson
Unique slotted design is easily stack cut for quick production

Elegant Fretwork Timepiece by Sue Mey
Classic Roman clock face is easy to scroll

Scroller's Aid
by Carl Hird-Rutter
This clever, pocket-sized device combines six scrolling tools in one

Pocket Sundial - Free Pattern Download (3.3MB) Requires Adobe Reader
(Due to the large file size please right click the link above and choose "Save Target As" or "Save Link As", choose a location on you computer, click save, navigate to the file on your computer, open the pdf.)
by Carl Hird-Rutter
Nostalgic, functional timepiece is easy to make

Airplane Whirligig - Free Pattern Downloads Available
by Paul Meisel
This model P-51 Mustang adds a whimsical touch to your yard or garden

Wooden Gear Clock
by Marc Tovar Scroll
A fully-functional, 30-hour timepiece

Hidden Images Puzzle
by Carl Hird-Rutter
Match unusual shapes with your photo's theme for a unique and challenging puzzle
Duck-Themed Photo Download (357 KB) - Duck Pattern (132KB)
Requires Adobe Reader

Kayla Helseth
Scrolling her way through school
Pattern Update (257 KB)
Requires Adobe Reader

Howling Wolves Collector Plate
by Rick and Karen Longabaugh
Separate layers give depth to this wildlife scene
Pattern Download 1 (264 KB) - Pattern Download 2 (400 KB)
Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader

Design Contest Results
Entries display a high degree of creativity and craftsmanship

Free-standing Fretwork Photo Frame by Richard Preator
Intricate details highlight this vintage Louis XV photo frame
Pattern Download (1 MB) - Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader

Adapting Patterns by Sue Walters
Converting a line drawing to a scroll saw pattern photos.

Have a Nice Day Note Pad by Tom Zieg
Quick and easy project makes an ideal gift

Fretwork Hummingbird Plate by Rick and Karen Longabaugh
Contrasting woods and multiple layers add depth to this collector’s plate.

Fretwork Easter Ornaments by Tom Sevy
Interchangeable inserts and delicate egg frames give a 3-D effect to these interlocking ornaments

Photographing Your Artwork
Affordable tips and techniques for better quality photos.

Reindeer Ornaments by Lora S. Irish
Stylish reindeer make great ornaments, decorations, or even yard art

Rotating Christmas Pyramid by Tom Sevy and Volker Arnold
Create a fretwork heirloom with this traditional German Christmas pyramid
Pattern Correction
Tips for making your pyramid spin better

Star of David by Judy Peterson
Simple to scroll, this hardwood puzzle makes a great Hannukah gift

Scroll Saw Picnic Roundup
Scrollers from around the country gathered to share ideas and conversation

SSW’s Craftsmanship in Wood Show Update
Don’t miss it! SSW sponsors the biggest and best show for scrollers next year—October 6, 7 and 8, 2006

Best Design Contest
Over $3,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded—make sure your entry beats the deadline

Owl Family Puzzle
by Judy and Dave Peterson
A cute, stand-alone puzzle that's easy to scroll

Homemade Relief Cutting Gauge
by John Nelson
Sharpen up your relief cutting skills while you make a handy angle guide

Hummingbird Rocking Chair Clock
by Rick and Karen Longabaugh
Embellish a whimsical doll chair with a classic summer design

Excalibur EX21 Put to the Test
by Jerry Booher

Dremel Scrollstation Put to the Test
by Joanne Lockwood

Reader Survey
SSW Readers - We want to hear from you about what is most important to you - Scrolling!

Independence Day Box
by Scott Roberts
Scroll this commemorative box for the Fourth of July

Scroll Saw Joinery
by Gary MacKay
Get the look of classic dovetails quickly using your scroll saw

Ernie Lang's Scrolling Scrapbook
by Bob Duncan
A scrolling historian works to preserve vintage patterns
More Scrolling Scrapbook

Ultimate Puzzle
by Tom Zieg
Stump Your Friends With this Easy to Cut but Hard to Assemble Puzzle

Layered Marquetry Puzzles
by Steve Malvolta
Stack Cutting Landscapes to Produce Beautiful Puzzles

The Declaration of Independence
by Emily Shenk
Every So Often You Come Across a Piece that Makes Your Jaw Drop….

President Reagan—40th President
by Gary Browning
Scroll Saw This Commemorative Portrait

Wavy Snowflakes
by Kevin Clarkowski
Easy to make wavy snowflake project

Welcome Plaque
The Perfect Housewarming Gift.

Flowerpot Kids
Brighten your garden or house with this pair-perfect for indoors and out.

Graduate’s Clock
A perfect gift for those heading off to college or their first job.

Celtic Anniversary Claddagh
Add another chapter to your anniversary memories.

Alphabet Train Pull Toy
Delight Your Child or Grandchild on Christmas Day

Gary Browning: Portrait of the Portrait Scroller
His Marine Corps Training Serves Him Well

Nativity Scene Puzzle Set
A Different Take on a Classic Scene

A Touch of Germany for Your Home
Make an Ornament in a Morning

Choosing A Scroll Saw
Make the Right Choice the First Time

Hanging Macaw Puzzle
From the Amazon Jungles to Your Home

RV Key Holder
This particular project provides a solution to a very common problem: keeping track of keys.

Carol To The King
A Wild Country Christmas Wreath

Fretwork Basics
It's all just one cut at a time

Kerfing The Web
Learn concepts from great web sites to help make your web site a source of pride as well as success!

Fall-themed Napkin Holders
Simple yet practical pin-end projects.