Articles by: kelly
Simple design is easy to cut and has many uses By Brian Dahlen Cut by Dale Helgerson Designing is an obsession for me. As a kid I sat on the beach in Wisconsin and sketched to the sound of the waves. Now, years later, my options have increased thanks to […]
By Dave Van Ess Transform a chunk of scrap wood into a custom blade holder. Measure in 1/2″ (1.3cm) from the edge on all four sides. Buy inexpensive rare earth magnets around 1/2″ (1.3cm) in diameter (the size doesn’t really matter). Choose a Forstner bit slightly larger than the rare […]
The Spring 2025 issue of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts includes a variety of fascinating features and techniques, as well as nature-themed projects and patterns. This issue is a part of the regular magazine subscription. It is also available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing, foxchapelpublishing.com, 1-800-457-9112. Feature […]
This sweet design is a treat to cut and assemble By Sarah Lyn Chamberlain This time of year, there’s nothing better than a fresh batch of cookies baking in the oven. My family and I would always bake together, and gingerbread cookies were my favorite. This puzzle is an ode […]
The Winter 2024 issue of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts includes a variety of fascinating features and techniques, as well as wintry-themed projects and patterns. This issue is a part of the regular magazine subscription. It is also available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing, foxchapelpublishing.com, 1-800-457-9112. Features Treasure from Trash […]
Spell out your name—or a cozy holiday message—with a stylish set of letters By Dave Van Ess Cut by Steven Gazes This classic string light alphabet, while simple, is a great way to practice cutting sharp curves. Scroll initials for family, friends, and coworkers. Getting Started Photocopy the patterns. Cover […]
Freestanding deer puzzle makes a perfect trophy By Judy and Dave Peterson Unlike most of my patterns, this project comes with a lesson. I developed my original deer pattern many years ago, and it wasn’t very successful. A couple of years went by, and I signed up for a wildlife […]
Follow these guidelines to choose the right wood for your project By Staff of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Two types of material are commonly used to make scroll saw projects: natural wood and manufactured wood. Natural wood is milled from trees and dried. Manufactured wood, such as plywood and […]
The Fall 2024 issue of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts includes a variety of fascinating features and techniques, as well as nature-themed projects and patterns. This issue is a part of the regular magazine subscription. It is also available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing, foxchapelpublishing.com, 1-800-457-9112. Feature Scrolling a Smile […]
Multiple interests led to one big hobby for this builder of tiny cityscapes By Dorissa Bolinski One look at the Gothic spires, brutalist buildings, and craggy urban silhouettes that cover David Pentimone’s social media pages makes it clear he has a passion for architecture. Although not an engineer, David is […]
