Issue 540
Issue 540
Do You Scroll Saw?
Today, in our office, we had a discussion about what seems to be an increasing interest in scroll saw projects. Personally, I seldom use a scroll saw, except to cut pieces for inlay or other small intricate projects.
But scroll sawing can produce some amazing projects, some that approach the description of art. (My projects are not artful … well, perhaps abstract art.)
With this discussion fresh in mind, I’d like to ask all of you: what do you think of scroll sawing? Do you own a scroll saw? Are you thinking of getting one or upgrading your tool? Let me know, and I will share your observations.
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
Today's Woodworker
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Nicholas and Michelle Slaton: New Life for 19th Century Cabins’ Wood
NIcholas and Michelle Slaton repurpose wood from deconstructed 19th century cabins in the Appalachian region.
Tricks of the Trade
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How to Make a Scarf Joint
Ernie Conover explains an easy repair technique that will allow you to salvage damaged pieces, including antiques, with a simple table saw jig and some glue.
What's In Store
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Rockler Cross Lap Jig
Table saw jig with adjustable aluminum pin attaches to a miter gauge and produces repeatable cross lap joints with a dado blade.
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Bosch CORE18V 4.0 Ah Battery
Updated cell technology enables new 18-volt CORE battery to contain half the cells of previous version in a more compact size but without sacrificing power.
Q & A
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When to Install a Butterfly Key?
Should I surface a cherry slab in a thickness sander to smooth its faces before or after installing a butterfly key joint?
Reader's Project Gallery
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Cherry Baby’s Crib
For his first large-scale furniture project, this reader built a cherry wood crib for his nephew’s first baby.
Feedback
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Summertime Poetry; Centerboard Update
Reactions to Rob’s summertime woodworking poetry; update on sailboat centerboard.
