I received the gift of a scroll saw - something I've wanted for a
long time! - this past Father's Day (2009). Since then our
basement workshop has been covered in an ever-deepening layer of
fine sawdust...and frequently smells of wood stains and
polyurethane. And I'm having the time of my life!
Production began with the loan of one book
from our Community Library,
the purchase of some higher quality blades than were included
with the new saw, then a mixed supply of high-grade sawn wood from
local sources. From there the new pastime evolved into days filled
with nearly pure happiness!
I created 26 puzzles and fretwork wall "plates" during the
next few short weeks, and displayed them all at a summer library
book/craft sale...and actually sold a few! Encouraged, I
expanded the offerings to nearly 60 pieces and quickly sold half
of them at our community
school's 6-hour holiday craft fair. It was incredible!
We were swamped with holiday shoppers young and old.
Here on the following pages are photos, descriptions and the prices
of the most popular pieces. Many more will follow (more
sawdust!)...and I'll soon add pictures and details of some new
items: garden whirligigs and several fantastic wooden toys and
gizmos from out of the past.
We both hope you enjoy viewing our offerings...and would be pleased
to hear from you!
Fred
& Linda Davis
Palermo,
Maine
