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Informationen zum Autor John A. Nelson is considered a master craftsman by scroll saw enthusiasts and is a frequent contributor to Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts magazine. He is the author of 10 books about scroll sawing, including The Complete Guide to Making Wooden Clocks, 50 Easy Weekend Scroll Saw Projects, Making Wooden Baskets on Your Scroll Saw, and Inspirational Scroll Saw Projects. John has spent thousands of hours at the scroll saw, authored dozens of patterns, and built some of the most beautiful examples of scrollwork to be found. Klappentext Learn to Use Your Scroll Saw John Nelson has taught hundreds of students how to quickly and safely use the scroll saw to make practical and beautiful projects. Now it's your turn! This book is like having an experienced scroller in your shop, looking over your shoulder to tell you step-by-step how to get great results from your scroll saw. Dozens of skill-building lessons teach you everything you need to know, boiled down to the best and simplest methods. As you progress, each chapter builds on the previous skills you've already learned. By the time you've completed this book, you'll be ready to tackle any scroll saw project with experience and confidence. Inside you'll find: - 25 skill-building practice exercises - Patterns and step-by-step cutting instructions - Blades, accessories, equipment, materials, and procedures - Stack cutting, relief, inlay, compound, segmentation, and more - Updated guide to today's best scroll saws A beginner's guide to the scroll saw. It features 25 skill-building chapters, each culminating in a relevant project. It helps you practice a specific technique in each of 25 skill-building chapters, and then use that skill to make an attractive project. As you progress, each chapter builds upon the previous skills you've already learned.