More Tool Than Toy Want to introduce a kid to scrolling? This sturdy woodworking set offers fun without skimping on safety by Jon Deck The PLAYmake 4in1 Workshop Manufactured in Austria by The Cool Tool. $109 + S&H 4in1workshop.com and other online vendors Lift the lid of PLAYmake’s […]
Folk art-style fretwork protects your table and decorates your kitchen By John A. Nelson Cut by Leldon Maxcy This beautiful trivet is almost too pretty to cover with a hot pan or dish. The project is great for beginners and advanced scrollers alike, and anyone looking to add a special touch […]
By Dave Van Ess If a child can hold a hammer, they can make this toolbox. Using construction lumber makes it easy to cut. This is an ideal first woodworking project for little ones stuck at home and in need of some entertainment. Teach your littlest family members a new […]
Cats. You either love them or you hate them. There are more than 600 million of them worldwide, and are found in almost every place humans live. Cats have been worshipped as protectors of possessions, seen as witches’ familiars, and shunned as bad luck. Some people collect items related to […]
Practice cutting portraits with three animal designs of varying difficulty By George Ahlers Cut by Leldon Maxcy These wildlife portraits make great presents and items to sell. The koala pattern is the most challenging, especially with the addition of the optional overlay frame. While there are fewer frets in the […]
Celebrate Autumn with this easy-to-make keepsake box By Thomas Haapapuro This box reminds me of the flutter of leaves falling to the ground in the fall. Like many of my designs, this box draws its inspiration from nature, in particular, the leaf of a red oak tree. To develop this […]
Pay big bucks for wooden sunglasses? No way! Make your own for under $10 By Steve Carmichael The first time I saw a pair of wooden sunglasses, I knew I had to make some. After lots of experimentation, I made several pairs that I can actually wear. I began my […]
Easy-to-cut design is a challenging tray puzzle By Ruth Chopp I live in Gig Harbor, Wash., and grew up playing on the beaches of Puget Sound and camping in the forest parks. That probably explains my passion for woodworking and sea life, which come together in this fun puzzle. The […]
NEW Product Review: The New Pégas Scroll Band Saw cuts wood up to 6 1/4″ thick with ease and accuracy By the Staff of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts This article originally appeared in Issue #75, Summer 2019. CLICK HERE to purchase our most recent issue. At a Glance $1,440 plus […]
Compound-cut cool cubbies for these popular plants By Sue Mey Exotic air plants seemingly thrive on oxygen alone, so they can be tucked into all kinds of cool containers. Show off your scrolling skills by making custom wooden holders for these popular plants. Because large pieces of wood won’t fit […]
