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My journey with and love for the scroll saw began in 2005 when I was looking for something to do during those long winter months in Canada. I discovered I could combine my love for graphic design and photography in wood via a scroll saw. I learned everything then, from fretwork to intarsia to segmentation. Before long, I was making gifts for my entire family and designing my own patterns. Ever since, I’ve been continually inspired by the endless possibilities waiting at the tip of my saw blade.

I’m excited to share that passion with you here, in Circular Scroll Saw Designs. In this book, I share everything you need to know to get started with fretwork, along with 27 of my favorite scroll saw patterns suited to a wide range of skill levels. I cover essential materials, provide a tool guide, and walk you through basic techniques—with great tips and tricks I’ve gathered over the last fifteen-plus years. I also include information on finishing for a beautiful end result.

I’ve sized most of the designs provided to 8″ (20.3cm), which is perfect for a trivet, but you can enlarge or shrink these patterns to create so much more. You can cut coasters, wall art, plaques, serving trays—just about anything! What better gift to give your loved ones or friends on special occasions than something that is both beautiful and functional?

All it takes to create these projects is a good piece of wood, some sharp blades, a steady hand, and a little bit of patience. Follow the lines and you will be pleasantly surprised with the end results. Scroll sawing is a very rewarding and fun hobby for me, and I know that it will be (or already is) for you as well.

I hope you enjoy cutting these patterns as much as I enjoyed designing them.

Charles R. Hand

St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada