Zodiac Puzzles for Scroll Saw Woodworking: 30 Projects from the Eastern and Western Calendars

Zodiac signs and their symbolism have always intrigued people, and with Zodiac Puzzles for the Scroll Saw, crafters and scrollers will now find inspiration in the stars with an exciting new collection of wooden puzzle patterns based on the astrological signs of the Western and Chinese Zodiac. With 2 complete projects for Capricorn and Year of the Horse, new scrollers will get step-by-step guidance from start to finish, and once they've mastered the techniques, readers will be ready to move on to more than 22 zodiac patterns, plus an additional 6 bonus patterns for other constellation, like the Big Dipper and Orion.

Each project includes fascinating information about the astrological sign, such as the character traits associated with it, and it's corresponding calendar dates. Patterns are provided in a detailed cutting version, and a solid silhouette version - making these patterns adaptable for all craft mediums - from scrolling and painting to needlework and woodburning. And for those readers interested in understanding the design process - each pattern includes a photo of the original design inspiration - whether it be an oil painting or historic drawing - allowing artists to see the transformation of each pattern, from it's conception to creation.

Perfect for the crafter who wants to make fun items for the next craft fair, or for their family and friends.

A former schoolteacher and librarian, Judy Peterson found her niche in life as a woodworker. She bought her first saw in 1990 and, within the first six months, was cutting and creating her own designs. A winner of many design awards, Judy now sells her puzzles at science fiction convention art shows around the country. Together with her husband, she has written numerous articles for Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts. In her spare time, Judy reads, keeps track of politics on TV, gardens, cooks, turns bowls on her lathe, puts together other people's flat puzzles, and plays duplicate bridge. Fox Chapel Publishing published their first book, Dinosaur Puzzles for the Scroll Saw, in 2002, and their second and third books, Fantasy & Legend Puzzles for the Scroll Saw, and Animal Puzzles for the Scroll Saw in 2005, Zodiac Puzzles for Scroll Saw Woodworking, and Making Wooden Dinosaur Toys and Puzzles (a revision and expansion of book one).