Hello Everyone, newbie here!

[MicahM]

Hello newbie scroller here,

I am new to this forum and new to scroll sawing. I am from Texas and I love woodworking, I do woodturning and powercarving and soon to be scroller! I am 20 years old, will be 21 on September 24th. I am getting a scroll saw for my birthday, thanks to my nice and generous aunt. Most people my age are excited to turn 21 so they can start drinking lol I am excited I get a scroll saw  I actually haven't gotten my scroll saw yet, it is on order and waiting for shipment from Woodcraft at the moment. I was not sure what saw to get and I seen many people talking about Excalibur is good so I got the Excalibur 21" scroll saw Woodcraft currently has for $849.99. It is the black one that comes with the stand and foot pedal. I also ordered to assortment pack of Flying Dutchman blades from mikesworkshop.com. Is this a good setup to dive into scroll saw projects? Or have I gone all wrong?

[wombatie]

Hi Micah, welcome to the forum.  I'm Marg from Australia.  You seem to be a very sensible young man and yes you have got things right, very right.  What a fantastic Aunt and niece you must have. Don't forget to have some fun though.

Marg

[rob roy]

Hello Micah, I'm Roy from Scotland. Welcome to the mad house. I don't think you could have done any better.Some of us old timers have not graduated to an Excalibur yet . You'll get all the help and information you need here, just ask. So come on in and enjoy the fun. Hope you have a great birthday. You must be a favourite nephew. .
Rob Roy.

[newfie]

welcome to the forum i'm Todd from NL Canada.great choice on the sawand blades thats the same setup i use and love it.

[julief]

Hi Micah and welcome to the forum.  I'm Julie from Thrall Texas.  Where in Texas are you?  Glad to have you.  Congratulations on such a great set up.  I have had my EX21 for a long time now and still think there is none better.  You are starting with the best in my opinion!  Have fun.

[Russ C]

Glad you found us Micah. Hi I'm Russ from Florida your local moderator. Welcome to the Scrollsaw Forum. 

[mcartist]

Welcome I'm new also, I'm Jeff from Az.

[Al W]

Greetings from South Dakota, welcome to the madness and addiction.  Enjoy, learn, have fun.

Al

[Toneman]

Welcome Micah! I am Tony,aka,Toneman from Paris, Texas. I also have the EX21 and love it!

[cdrover(Clyde)]

Hi Micah, that Ex21 is a pretty powerful saw. Maybe you should donate it to one of the less fortunate older codgers here on the forum and get yourself a cheap 16 inch craftsman to learn on.   Just kidding, that is the same set-up I have. you have found a great place to get pointers and advice. Hi, I am Clyde from Newfoundland, Canada. Welcome aboard.

[countryscroller]

Welcome, I'm Dustin from Ohio. Glad to have you with us. Sounds like you have done your homework on the saw and blades to get.

[EIEIO]

Welcome aboard. I'm in central Ohio. I got my black & gold EX-21 in February and it is an excellent tool. The FD blades are top notch. Now you need to find a source of cheap scrap hardwood and Baltic Birch plywood. Try local custom cabinet makers - all you need for very cheap or free.

[Crabbyboater]

Hi Micah and welcome!  You've got a great aunt.  You'll have to make something nice for her.

I'm John, aka Crabbyboater from Seattle, WA.

[mcartist]

Greetings from Arizona. I'm new also but learning a lot just paying attention

[iggygiles]

Welcome, WOW, What a start for you, Rolls Royce Machine, Rolls Royce Blades, Rolls Royce Forum an understanding of wood with your other activities and a lifetime in front of you. Boy, what a prospect you are. we wish you the very best Iggy Giles S/Wales UK.