Scroll Saw Cutting for Beginners Pt 2

Part 2 of Scroll Saw Cutting for beginners gets into the nitty gritty of making cuts with your scroll saw. You will see how to make 90 degree turns, cut curves and circles as well as take a final exam to test your cutting abilities. The cutting guide used in the video can be found in the link below so that you can practice as much as you need.
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[@smyrna5]

Thanks for taking the time to make this. I am a new scroller and my first cuts looked like they were chewed by a beaver. You are right about watching people on YT who have thousands of hours of practice making it look so easy. I think slowing it down and practicing with your example sheet and videos will get me there. Lots of practice ahead.

[@dsigetich]

Thank you for your excellent cutting tutorial. As a new scroller I needed that. Boy, you’re GOOD with that saw!

[@sandybraschler755]

Thanks for providing both verbal instruction as well as visual examples. It is obvious that you are a patient instructor. Novice scrollers who aspire to becoming experienced scrollers, like myself, appreciate the basic information with the added tips you give.

[@anthonyredpath3469]

Excellent tutorial in terms of both content and tone (love the whole “it takes as long as it takes, you’re not trying to impress anyone” approach).

[@dianethompson7826]

Thank you. Just got a scroll saw for my birthday and looking forward to some fun!! Great tutorial!

[@kmcless]

Thank you for these videos. I am a square one beginner, and being able to watch and rewatch your demos is empowering.

[@HappyPappynKatyTX]

Just got my 1st scroll saw. I've been a woodworker for 10 years. So happy I found your KZbin channel. You're appreciated

[@user-pv9my4gl9w]

Thank you! I appreciate that you demonstrate and thoroughly explain why one wouldn't or would want to do certain things (like with the drill press). Very informative, excellent teaching.

[@jlh5995]

Hey Bob, thank you for taking the time and effort for such an excellent tutorial (and pattern template) for cutting different patterns on the scroll saw. You cover so much in your instructions that any reasonable person would give you a THUMBS UP. Can't wait to get to my saw with your pattern and hope to graduate asap.

[@samudraprayitna5888]

Your lessons are exceptional. Just bought my scroll saw a month ago and i found your videos very learnable and inspiring. My idle hand days are over

[@Timberful]

Thank you so much for these videos! I learned so much and appreciate how you encourage us to take our time...it's not a race. You're a great teacher! Thanks!

[@teretrigo24]

YOU ARE THE BEST PROFESSOR I EVER SEEN. TANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY

[@andrewtungsk2762]

Totally agree with you. I am showing the video to my students.

[@janrasmussen881]

That was the best tutorial. I haven't used my scroll saw in over a year so I am rusty - so glad for your expertise. Thanks for sharing, I learned a lot!

[@robertpatterson5824]

13:50 "I'm not trying to impress anybody" hahahaha, you're a beast man! Thanks for the awesome tutorial!!!

[@Engineerboy100]

Wow, what a lot of great detailed instruction. Thank you so much. I'll be using a scroll saw for the first time for a project soon and this video has been very useful in giving me the basics I'll need to use the saw correctly. Thanks for uploading.

[@tvdeavers]

Bob, thank you for the great beginner videos. I am a beginner, for sure....a 66 yr. old grandmother who has never done any type of woodworking. I have been searching to a good and helpul tutorial that starts me from the start. AND I found that here. Again, thank you.

[@jt.s.7418]

Yes. I'm 62 and just got mine as well. Scroll sawing reminds me of using a sewing machine. Thank you

[@tridentmc1958]

Thanks so much for this video!! I was going to return it because I couldn’t cut properly, but now I know that it is a common issue, I have learned to control it! Thanks once again!

[@andyc5612]

I’m just about to buy my first scroll saw. This vid was awesome, inspiring that I could do that sort work too. Thanks for making the vid.

[@myoldreteacher]

I just got my first scroll saw and found this video very supportive and informative. Thank you for posting!

[@foundlw]

Thank you for for making this video. It is a great help. I recently inherited a scroll saw from my grandfather and your video really helped me answer a lot of questions before getting started on my own projects.

[@lorihulbert1352]

Wow, you do beautiful work. You are a true artist!

[@erinaguayo356]

Thank you so much, Bob! I got a scroll saw for my shop a few months ago, for me and to have a saw the kids could use for small projects. Even after buying a book about scroll saws, I still had a lot of questions and doubts--you've answered all of them, and then some. This video/link should come with any scroll saw purchase, anywhere.

[@tashapalmer4519]

Thanks for the videos. I bought a scroll saw to cut out cars for my son's woodworking group at school. I hadn't really thought about what else it could do. Now i'm really inspired. Thanks heaps for explaining so well.

[@smaj808usmc26]

Thanks for this great tutorial. Your explanations and demonstrations is a huge help for a first time scroller like me. I've made several prints of your cutting guide to practice on.

[@GPM80]

Your videos are excellent, I am an avid woodworking fanatic from the u.k and I am really tempted to try getting into the scroll saw. Your lessons have helped me decide to go for it so thanks a million matey!!!! Subscriber gained!!!!!

[@lindachandler7763]

I just got a scroll saw and came across these part 1 and 2 tutorials. THANK YOU! you have given me some great basic information that I needed. I am looking forward to practicing on your patterns. I love the tip of using the painters tape under the sticky pattern. i'm going to use that tip on my Harbor Freight circular sander part so I can take off the sanding disc easy. I hope to see more of your videos.

[@nisites1851]

Thanks for the videos Bob I appreciate the hard work and effort you put into making them. My scroll saw just got delivered a couple of hours ago and not even out of the box so hopefully what some of the content you have tried to teach has sunk in but preparing myself for several broken blades and chewed up wood as I get the hang of it.

[@dickebk]

Really great tutorial as well as another one I saw of yours where you showed sticking a template on the wood. Thank you for taking the time to create this and share it with us all.

[@rockasydney]

I really appreciate your video! Thanks so much! i love the "fatherly" advice and when i was practicing it kept ringing in my head..."its not a race...slow down" haha! Thanks again!

[@AlFurtado]

I am tempted to go out and buy a scroll saw. Great instructions. Cheers Albert

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Albert Furtado Hey Albert, go find yourself a cheap used scrollsaw to see if this is something you want to do, honestly, I can't see why anybody wouldn't fall in love with scrolling! Good Luck.

[@pennywebber8723]

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[@jasonsoles3018]

I just bought a scroll saw, and I watched your videos. I feel like I can open the box now and have an idea of what I am doing. Thanks for putting this together.

[@danielchoate5093]

I really enjoyed your video. I have been doing scroll saw work for over twenty years but its always good, or I feel as though it is good to see what other people do and how they do it. Its an excellent video and thank you.

[@Scrollsawforum1]

+Daniel Choate Thank you, Daniel. I really appreciate your comment. Bob

[@carlomartelli8250]

good on you Iam just sterting and this stupid blade is completly berzec , going everiwhere but not in straigh t line

[@Tommy-rn1ij]

I'm pleased you mentioned about constantly having to steer to get a straight line, as I thought it might be my saw. Thanks for the video.

[@erikwagt6247]

Dear Bob, thanx for this very helpfull tutorial. You are a gentle and modest man, credits for that!

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Thank you, Erik, I'm glad you enjoyed the video....Bob

[@AlFurtado]

Well I got my first scroll saw last week single speed delta, today I brought a pattern out glued it to my 3/8 piece of plywood and WOW was I in for a surprise on how hard it is to follow a line LOL I will be practicing on your pattern for sure. Thank you for this tutorial Albert

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Al Furtado LOL!! Indeed Al, that's why I made this video, it's harder than it looks!...Good luck and I'm sure you will be an expert in no time! Bob

[@diymanable]

+Al Furtado with you there dam line lol

[@lewisbates498]

Good dialogue, clear instruction and encouragement. All for free! THank You

[@bethanykolander2498]

Thank you for the demonstrations. It's really great to know that it is standard to not be able to run a straight line with the blade as well as the reminder to not beat myself up when my first cuts (for some reason) just don't look like the the pro's in the videos. Those things are frustrating.

[@cameronmcarthur9951]

Great teaching! Clear explanations and reasons why beginners give it up so easily, ie. blades cutting to the right hand side.

[@RickHenderson]

This is a really great video. Everything was explained very well. I just picked up a small scroll saw from my mother's house as she was cleaning it out, and I have a Bladerunner I've only used for straight cuts. I don't know where else I'd be able to go to "learn" how to use a scroll saw. Thank you for sharing.

[@Makify1]

I just got my first scroll saw and this video has lots of good tips. Thank you!

[@ninap01840]

Well this was comforting. I have to do a project at school using a scroll saw and that thing is kind of intimidating. Now that I see how easy it is, its definitely calming my nerves.

[@wildthang3280]

Same!!!

[@robertbell4439]

Thank You for the video and the Practice Cutting Guides both have been a great start for me

[@MrRichot]

Thanks Bob, brilliant informative++ and inspirational.

[@esctexful]

Im new at scroll sawing, and i must say your videos have helped me a lot. Thank you sir.

[@cderekw1942]

This guy is like Ron Swanson. I love it.

[@markprice7762]

Very good info! Thanks for helping out the starters...the more people we can get making sawdust, the better it is for the hobby!

[@lumardor]

This was great! My husband and I just purchased a scroll saw and we're really chomping at the bit to get started on projects, but I'm always concerned about safety and proper tool usage. Thank you so much for posting such fun and informative videos (pt 1&2).

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Larah McKay Thanks Larah, I'm glad you and your husband found my videos useful.

[@therealmarintiaescobedo]

Wow! I just love your videos! Thank you so much for your expertise and fabulous way of explaining and sharing your knowledge. I was just trying to find out how a scroll saw works and now, after seeing your videos I want to purchase one! Thank you, again!!!

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Mark, I agree! It's a great hobby and more people should be aware of how fulfilling it is to take an ugly flat board and turn it into something beautiful and useful. Thanks.

[@troysmoker]

Thank you for taking your time to make this video, some people have been doing this so long (you), that they forget that some of those techniques are not obvious to us beginners. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge, it helped me to IMMEDIATELY make better cuts.

[@bobbyt9999]

I was so happy to see you using a magnifying lamp!!! Now I don't feel like a wimp. As the eyes get older, any little bit of help is welcomed. Thanks for the great video!!!

[@michaelgomez6505]

Ive never heard of scrolling but I just inherited a scroll and this was the perfect video to watch, great tutorial, well spoken, and awesome tips... happy scrolling

[@harrywillis9096]

great video for showing beginners where to start, just what i was looking for,thanks bob

[@TheMoppersmurf]

This tutorial was very usefull to me. I did it all and finally with acceptable results. It is a real good technique to keep in mind and it sure helped me to give me enough confidence to finish my first scroll saw puzzle. Thank you very much! :)

[@colmmaguire1171]

This in wonderful info for a beginner like me Thank you.

[@ericacarmichael2415]

I appreciate you! Thank you for taking your time to make this video!! I look forward to watching more of your videos. I am learning, and doing a lot of research so I can eventually start my own business. Just making sure I am investing my money in to the right machines! Take care!

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Millan, I have not used a Craftsman scroll saw before, but I have had a few different brands and I never had to re-tension on changing holes. I would recommend going over the manual for the saw to make sure you are not "Missing something". Maybe someone here that owns the same saw can help better than I can and offer a suggestion. I will say that a new blade will stretch a little bit when first installed and may need to be re-tensioned after a few minutes of use, but not after every hole.

[@arielnagora5316]

I have just retired and have decided to (scroll) as a hobby. The information and tips you give on your videos have helped me greatly. Thank you very much. I will continue to watch more videos.

[@JerInCrik]

Actually, one of the best instructional videos I have ever watched. Very well thought out and presented. I learned a lot in a short time. Thank you.

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Thanks Jerry, I appreciate the comment and I'm glad the video was helpful.

[@forrobertrichard]

Thank you for this. The hints you provide as you are working make a big difference.

[@desiraehusband2681]

Very helpful! Very clear examples taken nice and slow! Thank you! (Now I feel like I can finally attempt to use the scroll saw my father-in-law gave me for my birthday!)

[@bluebow68]

I've come back to view your videos again..I always learn something,even from the early stages that you take learners through..

[@toonman361]

Your patience in showing us how to properly use a scroll saw is very appreciated. You take the time necessary to each portion of the practice board. Unlike those who speed through the process, your method allows us to actually see possible difficult areas. I take this to heart. Thanks for your work. Just got my saw and am anxious to get started.

[@Scrollsawforum1]

David Damico Thanks David, I appreciate the comment and congrats on the new saw.

[@SickNaban]

I must say, I am VERY impressed with your cutting skills. You definetly make it look easy! I just inherited all of my grandmother's woodworking tools and machines and over the past couple of weeks i have been setting everything up in my shop at home. I can tell this is going to be my new hobby.

[@Scrollsawforum1]

***** Hey Ben, actually it is easy, with a little practice, you will be cutting like me in no time. Enjoy your new hobby and if you have any questions just ask. Bob

[@88wiggle]

Really informative and a real help to overcome some of the problems I have encountered. As with all things - practice makes perfect - hopefully.

[@chasefamily7455]

Brilliant! Thank you so much for this video! I just made my first successful cut thanks to you :)

[@judithochs2793]

This is the best video I have ever seen... plain and simple... I cut out wreaths and paint them and with this instruction it really helps me out.. Thank you so much!

[@Scrollsawforum1]

+Judith Tyni Thank You, Judith, I'm glad I could be of help. Good luck with your wreaths and if you have any other questions you can contact me through my website www.scrollsawparadise.com

[@dakotarich024]

Great video! Thanks for putting it together. I am also a newbie and this answered allot of my questions and frustrations. Looking forward to watching more of your videos!!

[@Bigtel1970]

Great tutorial - I've learnt a lot from this and it's answered a lot of questions!

[@robinhof5915]

This was very helpful. Thank you for letting me view these tips.

[@efrye6569]

I cannot thank you enough. I just started my first set of corbels. they have several layers and are a little detailed with a LOT of curves. I would consider myself an intermediate woodworker so I put a 1/4 blade on my bandsaw to do the detail work (I had contemplated getting out my scroll saw). I was so frustrating and I ruined a piece already. it is obvious now I should have used the scroll saw. thank you!

[@rasmapludums-dunn9809]

Watched one and two and moving to three. Fabulous videos for someone that has never used a scroll saw!!!!!

[@ahnurmohamed]

I have just started scrolling and I enjoyed watching your demo practice cut. That was good thanks abdulla

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Abdulla Nurmohamed I'm glad you enjoyed the tutorial Abdulla, good luck with your new hobby and keep checking back here, I have more videos planned. Bob

[@MrGaz57]

Hi Bob, thanks so much. I have been doing woodwork for quite a few years but new to scroll sawing. Your videos explain every thing so well.

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Hi Gary, Thanks for the comment, I always love it when I can help experienced woodworks expand their abilities. Good luck and enjoy the scrolling...Bob

[@TAlan0962]

Woops?!?! LOL. Good to see that even an expert slips up once in awhile. Excellent videos. I like that you get to the point and not give a long narrative essay beforehand. Thanks for the videos.

[@PeteBeardsley]

Thanks very much for these videos on the basics Bob, very helpful. Just got my first scroll saw this afternoon and this is a great headstart. Cheers!

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Congrats Pete! Hope you enjoy your new saw and hobby as much as I do.

[@mhunt7843]

Thank you. I have done very little scroll sawing and the person who worked with me YEARS ago did his best but he was not the best teacher. I really want to learn how to do this type of woodworking and for me I NEED to see it done. As a teacher, i must say THE BEST part of your instruction was when you pointed out that videos are made by more experienced people and that we don’t need to “keep up with them.” That is something that as beginners we forget and as teachers we often fail to realize/remember that perspective of the student. I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[@2625m]

I learned a lot from your video. You showed everything perfectly. Now I can start practicing. Thank you so much. I plan on watching more of your videos. Kim

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Christopher Morrison Hi Kim, I'm glad you enjoyed the video, now get busy practicing! lol Bob

[@prairied0g]

Thanks! salvaged a scroll from the 90s that was going to be thrown out so this really helps a lot! It is a beautiful tool. Your video gives me confidence! Thank you.

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Hi, David, congrats on the new scroll saw. My first saw was one I got on Craigslist for $10.00 it was old and a pain in the ass to use, but I used it for two years and I made lots of awesome stuff with it. I've upgraded since then, but I still have the original as a back-up. Good luck and have fun with your new hobby...Bob

[@meanqueensuperscrimper8908]

I am a complete newbie, thinking about giving this a try. Thank you for your video.

[@winstonbarnett90]

Excellent video! I had always wondered how to make these cuts or if I could make these cuts. So, I have put off using my scroll saw, thank you for taking the time to show and explain these cuts.

[@kevinhayes581]

I am looking to make my buddy a house warming gift in a few weeks. I really appreciate your videos and will continue to view them as I train on my scroll saw.

[@GuardYourFlanks]

Thank you, I am so going to use these techniques as I just got a scroll saw and have been baffled as to how to get some of this to work.

[@lmertz]

Thank you so much for your demonstrations and instruction. You cleared up a lot for me.

[@debramiller4650]

this was invaluable!!! I recently purchased a used scroll saw to "learn and practice" on. I had no idea how to get started, but I knew what I wanted to do. I just happened to be looking up videos and found you! Thank you so much. Just this simple demonstration showed me so many possibilities. I'm still a "noob" wood worker, but I enjoy making things with my hands and giving things to people that I have created. I'm going to print several copies of the guide and get busy!!! Thank you again for helping others like me out!! You do such beautiful work!! Deb

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Thank you for your comment, Debra! I'm glad my videos have helped you expand your woodworking knowledge. The scroll saw allows for lots of fun and creativity. Let me know if you ever have any question...Bob

[@Scrollsawforum1]

No need to cringe, it's a scrollsaw, not a bandsaw or table saw. I do a demonstration where I purposely put my thumb on the blade while it is running, your thumb just goes up and down real fast. If you should happen to get cut by the blade, a small Band Aide will be the extent of the medical treatments. The scrollsaw is probably the safest power tool one could ever use, it is not nearly as scary nor cringe-worthy as you are making it out to be.

[@adrianahirschnarvaez4345]

I am so glad I read this, I am so afrid of getting a scroll saw, but now your comment is changing my mind :). Great tutorials thank you for sharing

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Hi Adriana, there is absolutely no reason to be scared of a scroll saw. If you decide to buy a scroll saw, do it because you can make cool stuff with it and without fear of losing any fingers. That simply will not happen. Thanks for your comments...Bob

[@jimhadfield8882]

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[@shonaoneill5151]

ScrollSawParadise Thank you so much, I haven't used my new saw yet, I wanted to learn everything first. You have given me some great lessons here, especially about "drift". Thank you so much you have a new subscriber. You are a true gentleman for making this.

[@mrlefive5]

Wow now I need a scroll saw.

[@flyingpig222]

I'm new to scroll sawing and found this video and your instructions very, very helpful. Now I know how to practice using the correct techniques. Thank you so much!

[@Scrollsawforum1]

+flyingpig222 I'm glad you found the videos useful, a little practice and you'll be an expert in no time.

[@baileysbootstraps8170]

Great stuff been scrolling off and on a couple of years now. Just learnt some good tips. I feel I wanna go scrolling some more now ! Thanks Happy days.

[@cameragirlish]

me too

[@gutsiebutterscoop5113]

Thank you very much for the loop tip! Really helpful!

[@douglasfathers4848]

Hi Bob thanks for the demonstration mate my mane hobby is blacksmithing . but lately I have been using a fair bit of wood as templets and hook backings. The scroll saw will make the job much easer ,so i will keep watching and learning (:

[@kitebabe05]

Very helpful!! Especially important the sound of the taut saw blade! Thank you!

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Thank you for your comment...Bob

[@lawrenca333]

You are a brilliant educator! Clear, concise, and detailed :)

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Thank you Lawrence, I appreciate that.

[@tabithanichole]

Great tutorial, I leared a lot.. Thanks for taking it slow. Looking forware to watching more..

[@suelayne4066]

Great tutorial. Very thorough.

[@paintilludrop]

You video, just repeated what learn in my first class..free class library, how wonderful, it's great to be able to rewatch again, to able me to grasp what was said in hour class. I aim to be safe and confident cuttier

[@kellopapaya661]

Thank you so much for this video!!!!!! I was having troubles with my corners. You did excellent in explaining everything!!!!!! Make more videos please. Thanks again.

[@Scrollsawforum1]

Thanks for your comment and I´m glad my video helped you overcome your corner turning issues...Bob

[@SwedishSurvivor]

Just started scrolling and your videos really(!) helped me. Made me avoid does begginer misses ;) Thanks alot for your time making this(and all the other vids aswell) All the best!/Jimmy

[@sules.balami3437]

Your work so inspiring. I wish to learn more of your advanced techniques.

[@jamesroach6348]

Awesome video. The work at the end was incredible