Big Book of Intarsia Woodworking

All time favorite intarsia and segmentation projects from the archives of Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts.

Wow! What a great book! Intarsia is such a fantastic art and the ideas that are in this book are an excellent example of just how beautiful this art can be. Intarsia is such a wonderful form of woodworking it adds a third dimension to simple scrollsawing. The Big Book is really a big book with 37 projects from a variety of 16 expert scrollers. There are a whole bunch of animals and birds to choose from (my favourite is the Pileated Woodworker) from a puppy in a basket to a majestic elephant. Add to those a whole raft of seasonal treats. The 192 pages are beautifully illustrated and rife with tips and techniques. Selecting the right wood species is most important and this is covered in great detail. Intarsia fans will really enjoy these originals.
I am giving this book on Intarsia a "4" rating not because it isn't a great book but because most of the patterns I have seen before in scroll saw magazines. (My sunflower fairy door is one example) Filled with over 30 projects, if you aren't a regular purchaser of magazines then this book would be a great resource if you are interested in doing intarsia work. Each project comes with the patterns and "how to" steps plus, a couple of the projects have an in-depth description, providing detailed intarsia and segmentation tips and strategies. What I really liked about the book is that the projects include ideas for frames as well as the typical designs. The book also has a two-page display of different woods to help select appropriate colours for the projects you are working on. This is a great resource and, with it being in the book, it makes it an easy reference tool. My Ratings of The Book Layout and Appearance: Good balance of photos, how-to instructions, projects. Thumbs Up! Instructions: Clear information and instructions Thumbs Up! Projects Selection: A wide range of "easy to complex". Great. Inspiration: Tutorials by Judy Gale Roberts - awesome. Thumbs Up!
'Whether you're a beginner or have been scrolling for years, you'll be inspired by the unique designs and inspirational stories '

This book compiles the best projects from the pages of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts magazine. It includes work by the following authors: Nick Berchtold, Homer & Carol Bishop, Bob DeCuir, Frank Droege, James Haumesser, Daniel & Ruth Johnson, Mike Mathieu, Susan Mathis, Neal Moore, John Morgan, Judy Gale Roberts, Dennis Simmons, Janette Square, Diana Thompson, James R. West, Kathy Wise.

Create a Work of Art with Your Scroll SawAsk woodworkers or crafters what their favorite scroll saw project is and an overwhelming majority will say intarsia. Why? Because the craft of intarsia is fun and easy to learn, requires very few materials, and offers an unlimited range of artistic projects that you'll proudly display or give as cherished gifts. And that's why we've packed 37 of the most popular intarsia projects from Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts into this one big collection.Whether you are a beginner or have been scrolling for years, you'll be inspired by the unique and beautiful designs and inspirational stories from renowned intarsia artists Kathy Wise, Judy Gale Roberts, Janette Square, Frank Droege, John Morgan, and others. Plus, you will find expert step-by-step instructions along with the crisp photos, detailed patterns, and tips and techniques that guarantee intarsia-making success.Some of the fun and challenging projects inside Big Book of Intarsia Woodworking include:Beautiful seasonal wreath designsA kid-friendly toucan projectIntricately detailed bird and animal designsGift-worthy frames for every occasion*A stunning stained glass window

From a 17 year old who creates his own designs to a professional who enhances her artwork with acrylic paint and food coloring, there's no better way to learn intarsia than from someone else's experience. That is why we have collected 37 of the most popular intarsia projects from Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts and packed them into this one big collection.Whether you are a beginner or have been scrolling for years, you'll be inspired by the unique designs and inspirational stories from renowned intarsia artists Kathy Wise, Judy Gale Roberts, Janette Square, Frank Droege, John Morgan, and others. Plus, you will find expert step by step instructions along with all of the crisp photos, detailed patterns, and tips and techniques you will need to guarantee intarsia making success.

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