48 here and my wife and I are starting a hobby together. I’m semi retired and love to turn wood so really think I will enjoy this too. She’s the creative crafty one. I’m the one who doesn’t have a problem losing a finger.
Great, helpful tips! As a 30-year-old female entering the world of tools and carpentry, I am thankful for people like you who produce informative, relatable, and easy-to-follow videos on the subject matter. I look forward to learning more from your other videos! 😊
Thanks Scott. I've got a 16 Year old DW788 and was looking to replace it but no longer able to spend $600 plus for a new one. I saw the Bauer and was looking for a review. Yours is about the only one out right now and was very helpful in making up my mind. Thanks
Thank you. You are a pleasant soul that is passionate about your craft and clearly love to help others. I've learnt a lot and I too was frustrated trying to cut a straight line. I thought my saw was junk (inexpensive and old Dremel 571). Turns out that it's all about getting the feel of the machine and understanding the material being cut.
Thank you for the video. I am a 77 yr old brand newbie to scroll sawing. In fact, I am to take delivery on my first saw tomorrow. It’s a Wen 3923. Im hoping it’s a decent saw. More so, I’m hoping for the best with my limited skills. Your video should prove to be valuable.
Thank you, Scott. I’ve been scrolling for a few months, and I watched a few videos about how to do it. You were the only person to recommend a foot switch. I have one for my router table, and I quickly learned the value of keeping both hands on the work piece. You scroll beautifully - I still can’t turn the work piece without it hopping up and down, but you play it like a violin - impressive! Another useful tip: PRACTICE! I don’t do enough of that, so my cuts are not as smooth as yours - I have to use my Dremel tool with a small cutting bit or a sanding wheel to finish up, which is annoying. Keep it up, man - your presentation style is inviting and practical.
I'm not sure if you're still experiencing the problem, but I recall experiencing that when I started. I don't know if it will work for you, but I resolved it by turning up the speed a little and working on holding firm pressure against the workpiece. Also, if may depend on your blades: pin-end still occasionally jump on me but pinless (i.e. thinner) ones don't.
Thanks for the video, especially the first tip. I am new to woodworking and just got a scroll saw. I heard that the blades break often and was scared that I would injure myself if it did. It makes me more comfortable knowing that if I do get cut, it won't be that bad. This video is helpful for a beginner like me. I also appreciate that you used two camera angles.
That was an awesome run-down by any stretch, but especially for a second video. I like your speaking style, pace, and editing, and I learned a ton. I am brand-new to woodworking, and looking forward to learning more from you.
I was just given a new scroll saw as a gift. I’m very schooled in other saws and tools. But this scroll saw is new to me. Thanks for this video I’m less intimidated now about this scroll saw thing.
Great help. I don't have a scroll saw yet, but after seeing this, I'm more excited about getting one. Being a seamstress all my life, I'll be getting a kill foot switch. Thank you! You have a new subscriber.
Thanks I'm just starting at the age of 76 so looks great stuff thanks liked it I'm in South Africa so we don't have all the gear you guys are blessed with
Thanks for the tips. Virtual teacher who keeps buying woodworking tools with dreams of a day I have time to use them. For now watching all you experts videos is my night time routine. Could end with "and Thanks for making it with Scott!"
Great for me as a first timer. I have struggled to understand saw blades and to find good clear explanations on the types of blade etc. My searches have been wide as I am in the UK.
For someone like me who is jus considering investing in my first scroll saw, I found this video to be very helpful. Good tips and everything very easy to understand. Great presentation style!
Thank you for this video! I am new to scrolling and have now made corbels for my front porch and am working on flat sawn balusters with a pine tree pattern. I've found that the Cricut is a great source for patterns and you can cut them out of cardstock and use temporary adhesive or out of vinyl that has temporary adhesive already on the back (this is a bit more costly). I picked up a lot of good tips from your video! I've been frustrated about my straight cuts not feeling straight as I cut them but yet looking straight when I'm finished; now I know that's normal. Lots of good info! Keep up the good work!
We're always learning. As I do not use my (Inexpensive) scroll saw very often you have helped me to understand what it can do and what I should be doing. Thanks!
I know this is an older video, concerning footpedals I REALLY like using a variable speed pedal just like on a sewing machine. If based one your reasoning to save wear and tear, this saves wear on the speed knob as well. Also a lighted tracing pad can be invaluable for tracing pictures
I just stumbled onto your video, that was great. You’re very easy to listen to you and you explain things well. Some people have good content but just great on your nerves to listen to, not in your case! I look forward to seeing more videos advancing my scroll saw skills with your help! Have a great day and thanks again for the great content!
Thank you for this! I just got my dads old saw and I cut up a few pieces then I thought I would watch some videos. While cutting I wished it had a pedal like my sewing machine. I never even knew that was an option. Thank you!
All great tips. Wish I came across you when I first started but learned all these the hard way. One more tip to add is I us Paste wax to lubricate and protect the table.
Great tips ! I’m new to the scroll saw and have the most difficulty threading the saw blade into holes for internal cutting. The bottom of the blade comes loose when I’m trying to reattach the blade. This takes a bunch of time and is frustrating. I was hoping to find a video on how to easily move to a new hole without fiddling too much with the blade. Any suggestion would be appreciated.
Thank you very very much I’m just getting started and I think you are very awesome can’t wait to see more you are very kind and I want to thank you for sharing your talent with us beginners sire
Greatly enjoyed your presentation. I especially like the split-screen video. How about ending with "Great Scott -- another successful woodworking video."
Awesome and great video, thanks for sharing!!! Maybe you should make a video on whats the easiest wood to use on a scroll saw and then some more difficult woods to cut.....
I just want to add to the comment about cutting yourself . . . I am a relative beginner at the scroll saw but I have already made several projects. It is true that they are only bandaid cuts - BUT - a word of warning . . . be careful to let your scroll saw blade do the cutting and (here's the tip) don't push your blade. I did one time when I was tired and was cutting a very small piece so my hands were very close to the blade. I snapped the blade and the end went right into my finger - OUCH!
This was so helpful. I have no idea how to work on the scroll saw. I can use just about everything else but a lathe, so this was very helpful. I love that you noted "don't be scared", because that's my whole issue. I'm not scared of the machine, but scared of messing up when I cut. I'm going to be cutting Pink Ivory ... YIKES! Expensive wood to cut. I'll practice first!
Perfect topic for a first video. I am just starting my research for a scroll saw, and tips like these make it feel less intimidating. As for an outro, I'm partial to the silly. So how about 'Saw ya next time'. lol I'll see my self out.
You're an excelent teacher and videomaker! Great lesson, thank you sir, it's higly appreciated. Gonna buy my first electric tomorrow second handed, can't wait to get started. Best whishes from the Netherlands.
all i can say is get the best saw you can afford... if you are on a tight budget the WEN 3921 seems to be a good starter saw but if you can afford the dewalt, delta 694 or WEN LL2156 would really be a step up
Another tip: make sure your blade is not upside down, if its the wrong way it will try to lift the piece off the table and make you frustrated. Before putting the blade in, run it along your finger, if it "grabs" your finger going downwards you have it in the right direction. your saw should cut on the down stroke for most blades.
Good beginner stuff, the thing I had trouble with when I 1st started was cutting tight turns. a #11 for your list is cutting a tight curve, where pressure should be as your making the cut and holding tight to table ;)
Thanks, I am just starting at the age of 70.
That's so great!! Always a good idea to learn new things. 👏🤗
48 here and my wife and I are starting a hobby together. I’m semi retired and love to turn wood so really think I will enjoy this too. She’s the creative crafty one. I’m the one who doesn’t have a problem losing a finger.
Age is overrated. Do what you like! Best of wishes
I'm starting at 72!
68 know the feeling :)
Great, helpful tips! As a 30-year-old female entering the world of tools and carpentry, I am thankful for people like you who produce informative, relatable, and easy-to-follow videos on the subject matter. I look forward to learning more from your other videos! 😊
🎉same but 37 yo female
Ty for your video. I’ve been “out of the scroll saw” loop for many years. Your refresher is very helpful!
I'm an absolute beginner with a scroll saw, so these tips were very helpful. Thanks.
Thanks for explaining things. I too am 71 and do alot of crafting. This is a new venue for me. Need to learn....... Thanks again..
Thanks Scott. I've got a 16 Year old DW788 and was looking to replace it but no longer able to spend $600 plus for a new one. I saw the Bauer and was looking for a review. Yours is about the only one out right now and was very helpful in making up my mind. Thanks
Thanks for the tutorial. The "Easy bake oven" description was classic and hilarious.
Thanks for the 10 tips for beginners.
Just learning at 76 but love making puzzles for autistic kids
Thank you. You are a pleasant soul that is passionate about your craft and clearly love to help others. I've learnt a lot and I too was frustrated trying to cut a straight line. I thought my saw was junk (inexpensive and old Dremel 571). Turns out that it's all about getting the feel of the machine and understanding the material being cut.
Thank you for the video. I am a 77 yr old brand newbie to scroll sawing. In fact, I am to take delivery on my first saw tomorrow. It’s a Wen 3923. Im hoping it’s a decent saw. More so, I’m hoping for the best with my limited skills. Your video should prove to be valuable.
Thank you, Scott. I’ve been scrolling for a few months, and I watched a few videos about how to do it. You were the only person to recommend a foot switch. I have one for my router table, and I quickly learned the value of keeping both hands on the work piece. You scroll beautifully - I still can’t turn the work piece without it hopping up and down, but you play it like a violin - impressive! Another useful tip: PRACTICE! I don’t do enough of that, so my cuts are not as smooth as yours - I have to use my Dremel tool with a small cutting bit or a sanding wheel to finish up, which is annoying. Keep it up, man - your presentation style is inviting and practical.
I'm not sure if you're still experiencing the problem, but I recall experiencing that when I started. I don't know if it will work for you, but I resolved it by turning up the speed a little and working on holding firm pressure against the workpiece. Also, if may depend on your blades: pin-end still occasionally jump on me but pinless (i.e. thinner) ones don't.
Anyone else watch how quickly he hit that puzzle key my dude your great that was super smooth
I've been a woodworker for 50 years; but only now getting a vintage scroll saw. Very stoked--thanks for sharing your insight.
Great tips thank you I've learnt a lot more about the scroll saw. Its a hobby I like at 61 I've been scroll sawing for on off 4 years.
Thanks for the video, especially the first tip. I am new to woodworking and just got a scroll saw. I heard that the blades break often and was scared that I would injure myself if it did. It makes me more comfortable knowing that if I do get cut, it won't be that bad. This video is helpful for a beginner like me. I also appreciate that you used two camera angles.
That was an awesome run-down by any stretch, but especially for a second video. I like your speaking style, pace, and editing, and I learned a ton. I am brand-new to woodworking, and looking forward to learning more from you.
I was just given a new scroll saw as a gift. I’m very schooled in other saws and tools. But this scroll saw is new to me. Thanks for this video I’m less intimidated now about this scroll saw thing.
You are a thorough teacher. Thanks.
Thanks Scott for all the great tips
THANKS GOOD INFO... I AM JUST STARTING @ 76 I AM STARTING TO ENJOY I AM GETTING MORE RELAX ON EACH PROJECT....THANKS AGAIN PERRY
thanks its made me want to try my bandsaw again as its just sitting in the workshop getting dusty
I am watching this as a brand new user..I'm female and old. I cannot wait to get started
Great help. I don't have a scroll saw yet, but after seeing this, I'm more excited about getting one. Being a seamstress all my life, I'll be getting a kill foot switch. Thank you! You have a new subscriber.
This one video, alone, no sound sold me! LIKED/SUBSCRIBED!❤😅
Excellent for newbies. You just saved about a years worth of frustration for us.
Thanks I'm just starting at the age of 76 so looks great stuff thanks liked it I'm in South Africa so we don't have all the gear you guys are blessed with
great vid , its the first one to explain in easy language, love your style, more please
Just about 80. Started scrollsaing last year. Really enjoying making things for my family and friends. Got a lot to learn though.
Thanks for the tips. Virtual teacher who keeps buying woodworking tools with dreams of a day I have time to use them. For now watching all you experts videos is my night time routine.
Could end with "and Thanks for making it with Scott!"
Excellent video. I’m starting out at age 60. 👍🏻
Thank you. I'm just setting up a saw for the first time.
Don't know what I'll make but I learned alot from uour video. Thank you
Great little video for me a former electrician with no prior knowledge of wood work
I am a 53 year old woman just turn 53 on the 15th of July and I am just getting started with my first scroll saw!
where you gone? come back,more videoes plz.
Great tutorial. You’ve confirmed it is essentially the sewing machine of saws. 😊
Great for me as a first timer. I have struggled to understand saw blades and to find good clear explanations on the types of blade etc. My searches have been wide as I am in the UK.
Glad it was helpful!
For someone like me who is jus considering investing in my first scroll saw, I found this video to be very helpful. Good tips and everything very easy to understand. Great presentation style!
Thank you for this video! I am new to scrolling and have now made corbels for my front porch and am working on flat sawn balusters with a pine tree pattern. I've found that the Cricut is a great source for patterns and you can cut them out of cardstock and use temporary adhesive or out of vinyl that has temporary adhesive already on the back (this is a bit more costly). I picked up a lot of good tips from your video! I've been frustrated about my straight cuts not feeling straight as I cut them but yet looking straight when I'm finished; now I know that's normal. Lots of good info! Keep up the good work!
Really like your idea for things you wish you had learned earlier. I'm new, and you are saving me years of frustration. Thanks!
We're always learning. As I do not use my (Inexpensive) scroll saw very often you have helped me to understand what it can do and what I should be doing. Thanks!
Awesome. My first scroll saw adventure awaits! You Rock Scott.
This was great! I've been scrolling for a little over a year, but still learned from you. I wish I had found this video earlier!
VERY COOL INTRO FOR BEGINNERS, THE FOOT PEDAL IS VERY COOL INFO
Thank you for your advice. I am learning and practicing cutting with a scroll saw.
I know this is an older video, concerning footpedals I REALLY like using a variable speed pedal just like on a sewing machine. If based one your reasoning to save wear and tear, this saves wear on the speed knob as well. Also a lighted tracing pad can be invaluable for tracing pictures
Dude!! This was an amazing video!! Where are more?? We need more!!
This was so helpful! Come back and make more content!!!
I just stumbled onto your video, that was great. You’re very easy to listen to you and you explain things well. Some people have good content but just great on your nerves to listen to, not in your case! I look forward to seeing more videos advancing my scroll saw skills with your help! Have a great day and thanks again for the great content!
Excellent, thank you! You rock! And I loved your “babble!” I look forward to more videos from you.
I like the tape before the pattern. It seems like that saves some time. No sanding the pattern off. Less sanding = more fun. Thanks for the tip.
Thank you for this! I just got my dads old saw and I cut up a few pieces then I thought I would watch some videos. While cutting I wished it had a pedal like my sewing machine. I never even knew that was an option. Thank you!
Great Video ......greetings from Dorset England UK
Thanks to this video, I now have the confidence to install seatbelts and a cupholder on my scrollsaw. Thanks!
Liked/Subbed.....for real.... :-)
Thanks very much Scott. I just received my scroll saw today and I found your video very helpful.
Thanks for the video. I just got my first scroll saw today, so this is a big help.😊
Good job. I've saved the video for later viewing if I forgot some parts of it. Thanks.
Love the humor. Great job. Keep cutting. 😉
All great tips. Wish I came across you when I first started but learned all these the hard way. One more tip to add is I us Paste wax to lubricate and protect the table.
I have been scroll sawing for a while. The thing I wish I knew from the start was.......spiral blades. These can really be your friend.
Great Tips. Would like to see about the Different Blades and when to use them.
Thank you for sharing your time and skills..
Great video. Especially for your first video! Great tips. “Not that I’ve ever done that....twice”. Lol.
Thanks for sharing the tips! Would love to see more woodcut videos from you - you have a great TV personality 😄📹
I loved your video Scott, can't wait to try some of this - I think your sign off should be "have fun and play nice!"
Great advice, thank you from the UK
Thank you. I enjoyed that very clear, concise and informative.
Excellent video, thank you. I'm new to the scroll saw and learned much from this video.
Great tips ! I’m new to the scroll saw and have the most difficulty threading the saw blade into holes for internal cutting. The bottom of the blade comes loose when I’m trying to reattach the blade. This takes a bunch of time and is frustrating. I was hoping to find a video on how to easily move to a new hole without fiddling too much with the blade. Any suggestion would be appreciated.
Thank you very very much I’m just getting started and I think you are very awesome can’t wait to see more you are very kind and I want to thank you for sharing your talent with us beginners sire
Love it and thanks for the great advice for us beginners every little bit helps.
Nice job Thanks for your efforts to help others learn.
Greatly enjoyed your presentation. I especially like the split-screen video. How about ending with "Great Scott -- another successful woodworking video."
Thanks, enjoyed your video - good pace easy to follow and practical- look forward to seeing more.
Like your attitude and appreciate your abilities! Would like to find a 3D small Moose pattern that can be cut out by making a compound cut.
I enjoyed the part about the scroll saw. Very informative.
Thank you, I got the idea when I realized the refrigerator was cold.
Informative and easy watching, enjoyed it.
Awesome and great video, thanks for sharing!!!
Maybe you should make a video on whats the easiest wood to use on a scroll saw and then some more difficult woods to cut.....
Nice tips and encouragement, thanks
Great video ! I'm gonna cut out now as an outro
Just got a scroll saw and these seem like really good tips, thanks and keep up the good work.
Outro / Signoff .... how about ' keep it real and have fun' seems to summ up how you roll. Enjoyed the insights, thanks
Great work! Authentic and pragmatic tutorial. Keep ‘em coming 😇
Very good instructions
I just want to add to the comment about cutting yourself . . . I am a relative beginner at the scroll saw but I have already made several projects. It is true that they are only bandaid cuts - BUT - a word of warning . . . be careful to let your scroll saw blade do the cutting and (here's the tip) don't push your blade. I did one time when I was tired and was cutting a very small piece so my hands were very close to the blade. I snapped the blade and the end went right into my finger - OUCH!
Good tip thanks!
Nice video, where did you go? No more videos?
I do plan on making more videos after things settle down after the holidays.
Hi Scott - thanks - First Time Scroller - I'm just about to start an important project & these tips will help a great deal - Frank
Thank you for sharing, I will be buying a scroll saw so will be looking forward to seeing more helpful videos
This was so helpful. I have no idea how to work on the scroll saw. I can use just about everything else but a lathe, so this was very helpful. I love that you noted "don't be scared", because that's my whole issue. I'm not scared of the machine, but scared of messing up when I cut. I'm going to be cutting Pink Ivory ... YIKES! Expensive wood to cut. I'll practice first!
Brilliant - thanks for this. Just starting out on my scroll saw journey!
Very good information. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Perfect topic for a first video. I am just starting my research for a scroll saw, and tips like these make it feel less intimidating. As for an outro, I'm partial to the silly. So how about 'Saw ya next time'. lol I'll see my self out.
Great video.Thanks for the tips, just came right for me, i've just bought my first saw
I look forward to more videos. Keep 'em coming
Good video, I'm just starting out with the scroll saw and this video helped... thanks
You're an excelent teacher and videomaker! Great lesson, thank you sir, it's higly appreciated. Gonna buy my first electric tomorrow second handed, can't wait to get started. Best whishes from the Netherlands.
Yes when you go to the Amazon Website it gives a list of wide ranging prices for scroll saws but I was wondering which one you prefer thanks
all i can say is get the best saw you can afford... if you are on a tight budget the WEN 3921 seems to be a good starter saw but if you can afford the dewalt, delta 694 or WEN LL2156 would really be a step up
Another tip: make sure your blade is not upside down, if its the wrong way it will try to lift the piece off the table and make you frustrated.
Before putting the blade in, run it along your finger, if it "grabs" your finger going downwards you have it in the right direction. your saw should cut on the down stroke for most blades.
Thank you. Very helpful.
Good beginner stuff, the thing I had trouble with when I 1st started was cutting tight turns. a #11 for your list is cutting a tight curve, where pressure should be as your making the cut and holding tight to table ;)
You are awesome .. nice to learn your tips
I actually learned a few things from this. Great job. Thanks so much!