Fun & Easy Scroll Saw Projects
by Patrick Spielman
Softcover
205 x 255mm
192pp
Published by Sterling Publishing Co. Inc., New York USA
R.R.P.$29.90
ISBN 0-8069-9399-7
Scroll Tops
Fluorescent Alien
Bodie Island House
Stick Ornaments
Old German Christmas Silhouettes
Crosses with Overlays and Celtic Cross
Cutouts & Silhouettes
Cutouts & Silhouettes
Cutouts & Silhouettes
Fretwork Shelf
Dragon Clock
Time and Temperature Plaque
As reviewed in The Australian Woodworker Issue 110
Patrick Spielman has written a number of first-class scrollsaw pattern books over the years and his latest, Fun & Easy Scroll Saw Projects is no exception. There are 235 scrollsaw patterns included, some by Spielman and his family and a number of original designs by prominent scrollsawers.
A feature of this book is that many of the designs are suitable for beginners and can be made in an hour or less without the need for expert sawing skills or fancy equipment - the more experienced scrollsawer will also find a number of projects to undertake. While wood is perhaps the most common material for scrollsaw pieces, Spielman also includes designs for a variety of materials such as perspex, metal and Corian.
Fun & Easy Scroll Saw Projects begins with basic techniques and information, followed by chapters that include Quick and Handy projects, Cutouts and Silhouettes, Clocks, Boxes, Logscapes and Personalised Projects to Miscellaneous Home Accessories. While the projects are supplied in imperial measurements, the conversion process is simple and shouldn't detract from the benefits this book has to offer.
Beginners will find the Workshop Calipers and the Paper Clips/Bookmarks in Chapter 2 achievable projects to undertake and a way of exercising their skills without being overly challenged. Spielman provides the drawings and instructions which are simple and easy to follow, and even offers advice on suitable materials.
The more experienced scrollsawers might find the Logscape projects will test their skills. Spielman begins by explaining the layering techniques that give a 'dimensional appearance' and the simulation of the half log effect through lamination. Twelve construction tips are then provided, followed by photographs to illustrate each step and the 3 different patterns that can be used.
Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or experienced scrollsawer, Fun & Easy Scroll Saw Projects provides a wealth of patterns, technical tips and advice on finishes for your work, making it a worthwhile addition to your workshop library.
Photos: Colour
Units of Measurement: Imperial
Contents
Introduction
Basic Techniques & Information
Quick
& Handy Projects
Scroll Tops
Workshop Calipers
Small Paper
Clips/Bookmarks
Large Paper Clips
Standing Gazele
Letter Openers
Key Chains
Small designs for Jewelry
Unicorn Sculpture
Acrylic Acrobat
Sculpture
Wings Sculpture
Kikopelli Sculpture
Eye Sculpture
Dancer
Fluorescent Alien
Dimensional Butterflies
Walking Fish
Bodie Island
House
Eiffel Tower
Holiday
Ornaments
Stick Ornaments
Miscellaneous Ornaments
Stacked Segmented
Dove and Bell Ornaments
Fretwork or Faux Stained-Glass Angels
The Twelve
Days of Christmas Ornament Set
Old German Christmas Silhouettes
Crosses
Key-Chain and Pendant Crosses
Fretwork Crosses
Crosses with Overlays and
Celtic Cross
Cutouts
& Silhouettes
Shelves
Fretwork Shelf
Simple Soccer Shelf
Clocks
Chevy Clock
Mini Fretwork Clock
Dragon Clock
CormorantsOval Clock
Slab Clock
Sports Clock
Time and Temperature Plaque
Candlesticks
Boxes
Secret Storage Book
Overlaid Tissue Box
Heart Box
Celtic Box
Personalized
Projects
Gargoyle House Numbers
Initial Plaques
Name/Number Sign
Logscapes
Miscellaneous
Home Accessories
Golf Ball Display Rack
Sconce
Trivets
Wall
Hanger
Stacked Ring Bowl
Sculptured Wall Planter
Metric
Equivalency Chart
Index
About the Author
Candlesticks
Overlaid Tissue Box
Heart Box
Initial Plaques
Logscapes
Sconce
Stacked Ring Bowl
Sculptured Wall Planter