Woodworking Books for Scrollsaw, Carving & Pattern Work
A well-chosen woodworking book can accelerate your skills faster than hours of trial and error. The titles available here focus on practical, project-driven learning — covering scrollsaw pattern work, three-dimensional figure carving, and the inlay art of intarsia. Each book is selected because it delivers techniques you can apply immediately in the shop.
Whether you are new to the scrollsaw and looking for clear, stepwise patterns or an experienced carver seeking reference for realistic human and animal forms, these books provide the visual instruction and design resources that complement hands-on practice.
What You Will Find in This Collection
- Practical Scrollsaw Patterns — a working library of ready-to-use designs for the scrollsaw
- Simple Scrollsaw Projects — introductory projects ideal for building foundational scrollsaw skills
- Figure Carving in Wood: Human and Animal Forms — detailed anatomical and technique guidance for realistic carved figures
- Intarsia: 30 Patterns for the Scrollsaw — thirty complete intarsia designs with cutting and assembly instructions
Pair any of these titles with the project guides and technique articles available in the Infinity Tools Learn blog to build a complete learning resource for your workshop.