Decorative Ornamental Scroll Saw Patterns

Reissue Compiled by master craftsman Patrick Spielman, this compilation offers the finest selection of decorative patterns and ideas for scroll-saw cutting. Woodworkers will derive inspiration from well over 100 projects originally created by Dirk Boelman, America's leading scroll-saw pattern designer. There's something for everyone and every taste: Halloween and Christmas ornaments; three-dimensional birds that look as if they're about to take flight; marching animals; man-in-the-moon earrings; a Victorian doll table and chair; and more. All the items make wonderful gifts and are perfect for selling at shops and crafts fairs. "Includes over 100 ornamental and decorative patterns and projects...[for] those with basic scroll-sawing and woodworking skills, with special techniques explained with text, line drawings and photographs."--Woodshop News

Innovative and beautiful ways to use the scroll saw to make ornamental, three dimensional decorative objects. The book has easy-to-follow directions for one of the patterns, with each step illustrated with a color photograph. Patterns for 30 additional projects are included. A gallery explores the many possiblities for using these creations. Finally, there is useful information on scroll saw techniques and equipment.

All-new patterns, 262 of them, feature teddy bears, dinosaurs, sports figures, dancers, cowboy cutouts, Christmas ornaments, dozens more. Plus fretted objects, a Viking ship, framed cut-outs, wall-hangers, key-chain miniatures, jewelry, shelf decorations, much more. Hundreds of step-by-step photos and drawings show you how to flop, repeat, and crop each design for thousands of variations. 228 pages (4 in color), 370 b/w illus., 280 patterns, 8 x 10.

Ultimate Book of Scroll Saw Patterns is the ultimate fretwork pattern book for beginner and advanced woodcrafters. Never run out of projects again as you scroll saw holiday ornaments, fun wood appliques, coasters, trivets, animal portraits, and so much more. With over 200 scroll saw patterns to bring to life, also included are insightful opening sections on the scrolling basics to assist beginners. This must-have resource is sure to keep you scrolling all throughout the year!

A revised and expanded republication of Holiday Scrollsaw ornaments, originally published in 1999.

"Easy-to-make & fun-to-give projects for the holidays" --Cover.

More than 200 patterns inspired by the great early cultures of the American Southwest. Make pegboards, clocks, jewelry boxes, lampshades, shelves, and other wood projects extra-special by applying these marvelous designs.

Delightful Decorations and Gifts to Make with Your Scroll Saw Create holiday masterpieces for the home, family and friends with the tried-and-true scroll saw projects and patterns from the archives of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts. This collection of holiday favorites features fretwork, compound-cuts, intarsia, and inlay projects for ornaments, wreaths, Santas, portraits, candleholders and more. Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations also features a stunning gallery of work. Readers will gain information and inspiration from some of scrolling's leading experts including Judy Gale Roberts, Kathy Wise, Sue Mey, Paul Meisel, John Nelson, Theresa Ekdom, Tom Sevy, Volker Arnold, and more. There is a project inside Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations for everyone, from beginners to advanced craftsmen. With step-by-step instructions and color photos, readers are guaranteed a very merry scrolling experience. Some of the projects inside: " Vintage Fretwork Sleigh Scene " Poinsettia Wreath " Inlay Snowman Ornaments " 12-Piece Intarsia Nativity Set " Christmas Card Tree

Find more than 100 ready-to-use, holiday patterns designed specifically for the scroll saw. The interchangeable "Create-a-Pattern" feature and how-to photos will keep you busy for holidays to come!

Renowned woodworking artisan and best-selling author Patrick Spielman presents an incredible collection of more than 235 decorative and functional patterns and more than 100 projects. Many of these projects are ideal for the beginning scroller and can be completed in an hour or less. Most do not require expert sawing skills or fancy equipment. Work with a variety of materials other than wood, including paper, plastic, and metal, and try your hand at using interesting finishes that make wood look like polished metal or an aged turquoise patina. Make key-chains, bookmarks, objects d'art, holiday ornaments, crosses, fretwork shelves, clocks, candlesticks, boxes, name signs, dimensional scenes, trivets, and more. The motifs used range from animals and people to Celtic designs to sports and holiday themes. A review of basic techniques and illustrated instructions help you complete these fun and easy projects!