DIY Scroll Saw Stand for the DeWalt DW788 (Woodworking Shop Project)

[@richardwalker1245]

Life goals: Find yourself someone that makes you as happy as Steve is while woodworking!! XD

[@jennifersmith8900]

i know right i was thinking that too it's funny made me smile tho! i bought the pdf just cause

[@boatrabbitchannel4630]

I just love the perpetual smile on your face. Almost can feel the joy inside you as you do things u love. Keep up the Spirit and may God bless and multiply your joy.

[@joethompson4372]

You have got to be the happiest woodworker on KZbin!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Well I do like to have fun and just go with the flow. I like my shop time.

[@travisbrust8995]

Steve... No one out there looks as happy as you do when woodworking!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Oh I'm sure someone does. It is just so much fun.

[@gevorgnazaryan8720]

Watching those screws get drilled in must be the most satisfying thing in woodworking :):)

[@krisallfrey6747]

I love the way you tilted it. Very ergonomic. I can't wait to build mine.

[@theElderberryFarmer]

A thing of beauty, Steve. Simple, elegant and functional - a hard to beat combination!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Dwight! It works great.

[@jamesrigelman7154]

Steve, you are one heck of a good guy. Great plan, great customer service. I haven't built it yet, but it's on my to do list, after I finish some outdoor projects from my honey do list. Enjoyed the video. With all the smiling you are doing throughout the video, I'd have to say if we were neighbors you definitely would be one of my good friends to hang out with. I like happy people. Jim from Wisconsin.

[@joshdemarco9270]

Those hinged table saw wings are genius

[@FearsomeWarrior]

OK here we go. Great video edit. Great sound editing. Great project design. You smiling the whole damn time you're making the video makes you among the best woodworking KZbinrs. You look and sound like you're actually having fun in your shop.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks! Well, I am having fun in my shop! lol I smile when I play drums too. It's some weird concentration thing and don't even know I'm doing it till I watch it back.

[@michaelandrews1360]

Steve Good gave a link to your scroll saw video a while back. I just bought a new Pegas 21 inch scroll saw to replace my DeWalt788 which died on me. I remembered it, found the link and bought your plan. You plan looks great and I think I will have a good time adapting it for my new saw. It’s like apiece of Shaker furniture- simple, practical and yet elegant at the same time. Just subscribed to your KZbin channel. Keep the great stuff coming!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi Michael - Thanks for getting the plans! Congrats on the new saw, that's a nice one. I had fun designing that stand. I didn't like sitting on a stool, so I wanted one that was regular chair height. The forward tilt is easier on the neck too. I'd love to see a picture of your stand when you are done. I like seeing what customizations people do, like paint jobs and different storage ideas.

[@johnwright8671]

Just finished building this stand. I am just putting together a woodshop and needed a more functional stand for my Dewalt scroll saw. Very easy build with the plans and I got it done in one day. Thanks for making it simple and functional for us beginners. Keep up the good work Steve!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi John! Thanks for the msg. Glad you were able to use the plans to build one. I love rolling my stand outside to cut on nice days. The Harbor Freight momentary footswitch is a good addition if you don't have one, so I suggest using that instead of turning the switch on/off a lot.

[@cameragirlish]

I love the harbor freight foot switch too....a fraction of the cost of others too...

[@richardobermark4882]

What a great idea. That design works much better than the factory one and you get built in storage it's a WIN - WIN. Thanks Steve for taking the time to share it with all of us.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Richard! It works great and it's nice to be able to roll it around and outside in nice weather.

[@stateof6985]

I love Steve's joy in what he does. I'm going to have to try this project out.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you David! I appreciate it.

[@justinmason100]

Whenever i'm feeling down i just watch your videos, because you're just so happy all the time. Great project

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hey Justin! That's good to hear. Glad I could lift you up a little. Thanks man!

[@chrismarkert7673]

LOVE THE VELCRO DOTS FOR HOLDING THE DRAWERS IN!!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Chris! It works great and was a simple solution. It was funny seeing the drawers vibrate out the first time. lol

[@chrismarkert7673]

Lol!!!

[@JoshMakesStuff]

Great job Steve! You are still the only person who has a constant smile on when cutting wood.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks! I will have to keep a look out for someone else who smiles. I do it without even knowing it. Sometimes I"m laughing at myself. lol

[@JoshMakesStuff]

+Steve Carmichael I tried to replicate your enthusiasm in one of my videos but I looked creepy and fake.

[@CMRWoodworks]

Great looking stand. The cut off bin is a great idea. It's amazing how much the piles of little cut off pieces grow while scrolling.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Chris! I put the cutouts on the bins so I don't have to open them to put stuff in them too.

[@JohnHeisz]

Great design, Steve! Like how it tilts forward.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi John! Thanks! Yeah, the guys in my club have their saws tilted and I liked using it that way.

[@PaulMeyette]

What struck me as the best feature was the tilt. That small detail can really make the difference. Great job Steve!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Paul! All the folks in my club have their scroll saws tilted, so thought I would try it.

[@Beavervalleywoodwork]

Very smart design on your scroll saw stand. Love that the saw was tilted and the valero on the back of the drawers.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hey Dale! Thanks!

[@earlconkling4898]

I had a great time building this project. Steve’s design is thoughtful and functional. I don’t build many shop projects with “design elements “ but the curves in this stand are nice touches.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Earl! Glad you liked it and thanks for the comment and getting the plans! I added the curves to get some of the sharp edges out of the way of my legs, make it more compact, and so it would just look cooler.

[@tsuchang1]

I watched this video from a link from Steve Good. I was going to click the like button but it was blue cuz I apparently watched it before and enjoyed it then too. Getting old makes all things new again.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi Stephen! Thanks for watching! Yes, I saw Steve shared my video in his newsletter. That was real nice of him to do. I watch the same videos sometimes too and don't even realize I've watched it before.

[@aceallenk]

Good ideal. Like the tilt design. Shelves are a nice thought also, with storage for blades and whatever else is related to a scroll saw. I'm a hobby wood worker just looking at a Dewalt DW788. This stand just scrapped the ideal of buying the saw/stand combo which is $130 extra.

[@bigredkayak1]

I like the way you have the saw tilted so you can sit and use it. Scroll saw projects sometimes take a while, and why stand when you can sit? Your videos are always interesting and entertaining and keep things moving. Not everyone produces woodworking videos that hold my interest.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you very much! Yeah, the guys in my club have their's tilted and it helps with neck strain after a while.

[@MichaelOlsen-Engineer]

Sweet design Steve! The storage and cord reel are nice touches, but what really caught my eye was the sloped mounting and 3-wheel base. Talk about simple and ingenious! Now I want to go buy a scroll saw just so I can build a cart like yours. Tkae care my friend and try to stay cool this summer.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi Michael, thanks! It's really nice having the saw tilted. I thought the three wheels would be kind of tippy, but the front is so wide that it's not at all. You take care too!

[@MichaelHall-rf3pl]

Great project! I love watching your work because there are few people who have the passion you have for it. It's all over your face in every video.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Michael! I just enjoy being in the shop and making things. Never realized I smiled so much.

[@aaronfkelley]

Glad I found this before buying a stand. What a great design!

[@braulioperez181]

Two thumbs UP! Great design and handy storage bins. Congrats mate.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Braulio!

[@Retroweld]

I don't know what it is but I always end up smiling watching your stuff. Its fun to watch. Awesome job Steve.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Good to hear Douglas! Thanks man!

[@Joel101R]

Smiles are contagious! :)

[@blifamansmith3320]

Very handsome stand. Great video and I LOVE your pleasant facial expressions. A joy to watch AND learn from your videos. Keep up the GREAT work.

[@munkustrap1984]

Very nice design Steve. Simple and functional. I also liked your video because you jumped right into the bill and showed us add-ons throughout. For me I like your presentation style. I have one more build before I can start on one of these. You have motivated me to do some thing I want it for four years

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hey, I'm glad you like it. Thanks for your kind comments! Lots of people have made this stand. I love getting pictures of them. Enjoy!

[@dejanira2]

Looks great the low height so you can sit to use is another great ideal.

[@SteveCarmichael]

I thought it would be most comfy for long projects. Thank you

[@Bilal-f5f7w]

Great design good job Steve from the UK enjoyed watching

[@markevans5127]

Very nice Steve. I like that stand being mobile and all the accessories you added.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Mark!

[@randystekly6518]

Thanks again Steve. My new saw should be here next week and then on to building a stand. Your plan is well thought out and look very functional. Keep smiling and making that sawdust. Cheers!

[@gunnniedog]

Just purchased your plans Steve and I plan to build the stand this weekend. I think that I will modify the plans a bit. On the front mount area I plan to install a hinge and for the rear mount an adjustable height assembly. This will give me an ease of height correction for multiple users or different stools. Great video as usual...

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi Mike, thanks for getting the plans. I like the hinge idea. I'd love to see a picture when you're done.

[@elainemiller8358]

Great idea! Love the design! I love that you rounded off the corners and gave it some flare!!

[@phillja]

Great ideas on customizing. Drum seat seems more comfortable than other options as well. Might consider a similar set up for my small band saw.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks James! The drum thrones are great, especially the really padded ones with a gas lift adjustment. Mine is Roc-n-Soc, but Pork Pie makes good ones too.

[@chrismooney5118]

That looks great and very functional. Really like the cord wrap. Never thought of doing something like that... Always roll the cords up and set them on the machine.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Chris! Yeah, I like to keep the cords tidy. I always step on the plugs and bend them.

[@StamosTee]

Great design. Very neat build.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks!

[@SawDustMakerRJM]

Great little stand for the scroll saw Steve.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Richard!

[@86c5corvette]

Great stand. You are always smiling bet you don't never get mad you seem so easy going.Cool stuff

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Charlie! You're right. I takes a lot to get me mad, and even if I do, I try to see the good in all situations.

[@ericking7406]

Nice job, I'll have to make something similar before long. Regards from the UK, Eric.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Cool, glad you can use the idea Eric! I'd love to see a picture if you make one. [e-mail]

[@davidd1395]

I just bought that same saw, and now I see the perfect table for it. Thank you!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Cool, thanks David! I much prefer to sit in a regular height chair than a tall stool. Also having the saw tilted helps with neck and shoulder strain on long cutting sessions.

[@tpobrienjr]

I like this design. I already built a stand to another design, so I won't build this one. But I will steal the power cord storage idea. Thanks!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Glad you could get an idea from it.

[@garycarter961]

love how practical your project is. just what I need too. I have a very small shop and often have to work outside the "shop".

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Gary! So glad I made this stand. It's much more comfy to sit in a regular chair to scroll than on a tall stool. I added a 1 gallon shop vac in the space on the bottom too.

[@PleasantRanch]

Beautiful project, Steve! How great to be able to wheel the saw outside to work. And the drum throne idea: adjust the seat instead of the tool. Brilliant, buddy!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Steve! Yep, I have the throne so why not use it. That Roc-n-Soc is the most comfortable stool ever.

[@PleasantRanch]

It's the only one I use, too.

[@MatthewBlackwell1015]

The tilt is awesome. I can see how that will make it easier on your neck/back as you won't have to lean as far forward to see your workpiece.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Matthew

[@franciscomachado9946]

Great design. I love working with plywood.

[@danthemakerman]

Having it an angle makes a lot of sense, good design.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Dan! It is much easier on the neck and shoulders.

[@BillyGaultWoodWorks]

great design Steve looks like I have a new project.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Billy! Awesome! I like using it outside. I suspect that now that the kids are out of school, I might have an audience the next time I'm out on the driveway. lol

[@toddbelden5514]

Nice build Mr Carmichael.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Todd!

[@Kenfitzpat]

Very nice as always Steve. I have the same saw and was given the stand as a Father's Day gift about 8 years ago. Your's is nicer than the Dewalt! Love your projects.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Ken! I haven't looked closely at the DeWalt stand, but I knew I wanted to add a few more features to mine, like the storage and wheels.

[@pckev1955]

best design I have seen, simple and comeplet.

[@leksey7870]

An excellent working space under jigsaw. Jigsaw all lovely. Like!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Aleksey!

[@marceaton3128]

Steve you could not buy a stand build that well. I like the way you tilted it forward, that was a good idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Marc!

[@lutherseay1392]

Awesome scroll saw stand steve i will be making me one thank you

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Luther! Hope you like the stand!

[@HovingtonInstruments]

Really nice design, seems like you got everything covered!!! Love the add on for the cord and the drawers!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Tomy!

[@langhilau]

Hi Steve - This is the first video of yours I have seen and I will now be watching many more. Your project look like they are for the guy that needs a nice design but without the need to be a rocket scientist. I will send a picture of mine when it is done. The tilted feature is something I would never have thought of. TWO THUMBS UP!!!

[@jonjohn67]

I subscribed because of that epic smile. I know you enjoy the work. Thanks.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks for subscribing Erin! Yeah, I enjoy building this stuff. I like designing something I've never seen before, then see how it turns out.

[@jonjohn67]

+Steve Carmichael keep up the wood work sir

[@cameragirlish]

I noticed that smile right away too...made me smile!!!

[@511keyes]

Steve, my favorite thing about your videos and just you in general... You make this look fun! Thanks as always for sharing!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Aw, well thanks! It is fun and I'm glad that comes across in my videos. I look at my old videos and wonder why I'm trying to be so serious. I'm much more my goofy self now. lol

[@511keyes]

:)

[@herblesklug5638]

Steve - this is my first time to see a video by you - referred to here by Steve Good @ Scrollsaw Workshop. First, kudos on a very well done video. It's really nice how you introduced small 'pieces' of the project, then had video to show the cutting, assembly, etc. Then you introduced another small 'piece, and so on... When the video is interesting and easy to follow, you keep the viewer's attention, and you have done a really great job with that. The stand itself appears to be very nicely designed, and it's great how it is adaptable to different user heights and different saws. I'm really impressed by the quality of your video and the stand, so as of today I'm a subscriber and watching more of your videos is high on my to-do list!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi Herb - Thanks for visiting my channel. Welcome! I'm a huge fan of SteveG and have learned a lot from him, so it was nice of him to share my project. Thank you for the kind comments and I'm glad you mentioned the flow of the video. This is the first time I tried doing a video that way. I usually don't show the finished item until the end. I appreciate you subscribing. I try to do 3-4 videos per month depending on family, etc. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@smycker8563]

Absolutely brilliant idea, never thought of tilting the scroll saw. Would make it much easier to use. As usual l was entertain and impressed.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hey, thank you very much. I used my friends' saws that were tilted and liked how it felt. I think sitting at the tilted table will be a nice break from all the other stand-up shop activities.

[@1111MMC]

Love your enthusiasm! I honestly get a kick out of your smile as you work in all of your videos. That shows you love what you do! I have the Dewalt Scroll saw too and have been putting off buying a stand because of the expense. I'm heading over to your Etsy shop right now to buy your plans! Thank you for all the links...very helpful. Love your builds...keep it up!👍👍

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks for getting the stand plans. I appreciate it. I like how I can roll it everywhere and it's light too and doesn't take up much room.

[@IdRatherMakeItMyself-Net]

Great idea tilting the saw towards you. Much more ergonomic that way.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks! Yeah, all the guys in my club have it tilted. Sounded like a good idea to me.

[@nperson]

Very nice design and build video. Perhaps instead of using riser blocks for the tilt, just build in the tilt with shorter front pieces. This may further reduce the vibration. This could be made so the tilt is adjustable. I have found a tilt of about 5° works out well for me. Also, has anyone tried turning it 180° and having the narrow end in front? More room for your legs.

[@LynnLaceyLLWW]

Steve - I've been on the fence of buying the DeWalt scroll saw but I think you may have helped me make my mind up. Very well though out stand. Thanks

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Lynn! I love the saw. It's kind of pricey though. I had some help with gift cards thankfully. There is a new JET scroll saw out that looks nice, but more $$$.

[@elaprendiz007]

It's a great stand, from a great guy... Cheers from México!

[@douglong9302]

Love that design simple and functional. Nice work as always Steve!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Doug!

[@TonatiuhMellado]

Muy bonito y práctico diseño Steve, me gusta mucho que siempre sonríes.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you very much!

[@francismackinnon4736]

Just finish my scroll saw stand Steve from your plans. I love it. I email you a couple of pictures.

[@bill-chichi9701]

Nicely made. Simple and easy design.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Bill!

[@cpowerscpo2002]

looks great a nice addition to any shop love the vids please keep them coming god bless keep safe

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Charles! Will have more videos soon! You too!

[@JasonBarre]

You always have smile on your face even while building. I love it.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Jason! Always having fun.

[@chemcody5119]

Great job Steve. Very well thought out.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you very much! Tried to keep it simple and easy to build, yet functional.

[@Skagit48]

Great stand....been thinking of making one myself......thank you for the idea.....Joe

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Joe!

[@StreamTV85]

Thumbs up for the screwing part that matches rhytm of the music, and for cheerful smile when working on a project

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you very much!

[@heylar2]

I just came upon your site Steve and have subscribed. That is a really neat design, Steve. Funny comment about your garage sharing. I'm fortunate in our garage sharing. There is a "my side" and an "our side". From the age of the videos in the comments, it looks like I have a lot of your videos to catch up on.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi, thanks for watching and subscribing! Someday I hope to have a dedicated shop, but the garage works for now.

[@ken1Lane]

Like the design Steve, should make one myself some day.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks!

[@hangingoutwithronwalters4505]

Looks real good ! I just bought my first scroll saw and I need a stand like that.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Ron! Congrats on the saw! Enjoy using it!

[@mgreene939]

Love the stand! Now I need to get that scroll saw.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks! It is a nice saw. I think it's the most expensive tool I bought though.

[@JeremyMcMahan]

Loved the project, especially the Velcro dots trick!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Jeremy. The bins were funny looking when the vibrated out. lol

[@georgerodom]

I'm only half way through the video, but I'm subscribing based on the cheesy smile alone. Freaking Hilarious!!! Great work on the project as well.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks for watching, subscribing, and commenting! :)

[@robertevans6481]

great stand there Steve...

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Robert!

[@stellabelikiewicz1523]

Who says shop furniture can’t be absolutely gorgeous!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Stella! I added the curves to have space to put my legs and feet, which also helped make it look cooler too.

[@Pro1er]

I've never seen anyone enjoy woodworking more than you. ;-p Gotta give you a thumbs up.

[@BobMassey-f4y]

Thanks for the pattern

[@HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors]

Ha this is awesome my friend, Thank you for sharing. I have never used one of these saws while I was sitting, I have always had it on a taller shelf and stood there. Thanks for sharing this design with us. I love it, I will be making one of these soon, selling point being it is moveable with rollers, that helps a bunch. Thanks for sharing and have a blessed week my friend. Dale

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks! I had my scroll saw on my workbench and used it standing up for a while. It is so much more comfortable to sit in a regular height chair with the saw tilted forward. Easier on the neck. Glad you like it and hope you make it.

[@HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors]

@@SteveCarmichael I know I am slow, but I did make one of these stands for my saw, and I must say I love it, I did not put the drawers in the bottom like you did, I just left them as shelves, For the time being that is where I store my sanders, small hand held sanders, extra sand paper and a small belt sander. At the back of the stand I also made that a shelf area as well, so it is basically a smaller vertical cube with two shelves as well, it works perfectly to hold the DeWalt sanders and since its square the square extra sanding disc, that come in the square packages stack neatly in them as well. This was a really fun project, sorry for my delay in replying, I was going to post some pics to your blog, but it looks like I can only comment there, I might see if you have instagram and tag you there. Thanks again for sharing the video with us and I hope you have a blessed week. PS, I needed up coming back here this morning after doing some more research on inevitable cnc machine, Im still not convinced I need one, but I think it would be handy to have, when I was watching you make the serving tray it reminded me I have not commented back on this video since I made the saw stand. thanks again sir, and have a blessed week Dale

[@LegendMuscle]

you seem like a happy man steve, new sub here! edit: and youre a ridgid man! very good stay happy and healthy

[@danielrussell09]

Nice project. Making the slant adjustable instead of bolting it in at only that angle would be a neat aspect.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Daniel! Yeah, I thought about putting it on a hinge at the front with an adjustment at the back, but then I figured I'd just set it in one spot and never move it anyway. Could be useful for multiple people though.

[@danielrussell09]

+Steve Carmichael Agreed. Thanks for inspiring me with your projects.

[@MegaTeddybear04]

Awesome job! One day I'll be able to get me a scroll saw like that and build me a awesome cart as well.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you! I saved up for a while and got by with my older Craftsman pin blade saw until I could splurge. It is a really nice saw.

[@shimiperets]

nice work Steve

[@DavidBishopinc]

Thats a beautiful stand you have made.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hi David! Thanks man!

[@ShopDawgWoodworking54]

Very nice design. Looks great.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hey, thanks neighbor! Sure was hot today, but nice out.

[@danielmiller5955]

Thank you for the ideas Steve. I was just looking for the angle to make my scroll saw table. If I make another one, I will Definitely use your plans. Dan Miller from Orchard Park.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Dan! I like having it at an angle. Keeps the neck from hurting.

[@timsway]

the screwing montage was awesome! oh, and the stand looks great, too :)

[@SteveCarmichael]

I think I want to do a hammer montage next. Or maybe a sanding one. Ha ha! Thanks Tim!

[@jnieto19]

Great stand Steve!!!never would've thought of the risers to make it tilt.....love that idea and will prob try something like it for my setup

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thanks Jay! All the guys in our club have theirs tilted so must be a good idea. It is much more ergonomic.

[@TheChrisPineWorkshop]

This turned out terrific! Simple yet it looks great and will work well I am sure. Nice job!

[@SteveCarmichael]

Hey Chris! Thanks! Hope you had a good day today. We had a Memorial Day parade here which was nice.

[@MacKinnonVids]

Very nice Steve, I love it.

[@SteveCarmichael]

Thank you Oggybobo!