Free Pattern Friday: Walking Cat Scroll Saw Puzzle

So what's better? Cats or Dogs? A question that has toppled countless civilizations no doubt. In our family the answer is both! We currently have 2 cats and 3 dogs and each one is a wonderful addition to our lives! We have a number of different cat puzzle designs each showing a different pose or character. Our walking cat design gives of that innocent look like it definitely didn't knock anything off the shelf.

Since cats come in all kinds of colors, this design lets you get creative with the types of wood you can use. In the photo above, we used some American cherry with a bit of sapwood in the legs. This design is perfect for beginners looking to practice some fret line detail cutting (face and feet) or for seasoned puzzlers looking to try something new.

Walking Cat Scroll Saw Puzzle

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Supplies & Materials:

You don't need anything fancy for this project. If you don't have any of these items in your workshop, I've provided some links to quickly stock up.

• 10.5" by 4.5" by 3/4" piece of wood

• 120 - 220 grit sandpaper

• Mineral oil (or finish of choice)

• Spray adhesive

• Blue painters tape

• #5 MGT pegas scrollsaw blade (or blade of choice)

Instructions:

1. Once you have your board flattened, use a random orbital palm sander to sand the board surface to 220 grit.

2. Cover the surface with a layer of blue painters tape. Cut out the pattern, spray the backside with the adhesive spray, and place it on top of the board.

3. Cut out the exterior outline of the puzzle first. Then cut the detail fret lines in the feet and all the details in the dead. Then cut out each piece as you see fit.

4. Once everything is all cut, time to clean up the edges. Use a high grit sandpaper to remove any fuzzies (no lower than 220). If you have any burn marks you want to remove, use a lower grit sandpaper then finish off with 220.

5. (optional) Give all exterior edges of each puzzle piece a soft round over, both top and bottom. This helps to give each piece a finished, well defined look, and makes the overall puzzle appear of higher quality.

6. After all sanding is done, apply the oil or finish of choice. Depending on what finish you use and the type of wood, it may take several applications. Once the finish is fully dried, you're all done. Pig puzzle quest completed!

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