You should be able to find some 1/4" birch ply in smaller than 4' X 8' sheets. I made a mistake and purchased a sheet that was not "Good two sides". Don't make this same mistake because your end product will horribly suffer.
Home stores sell less than 4'x8' but it is really expensive considering the cost of the full sheet. I am a newbie myself and wish I would have spent the extra few dollars initially for a full and proper sheet. (G2S) You can achieve some really good results with this type of wood and therefore your enthusiasm for your new found hobby will not wane. Any plan you come across on this site or any magazine subscription can be done on this ply.
I say practice like its the last thing you will ever do. Leave the MDF to those that want rough framing for a cabinet or maybe a down draft table.
Jack
Hey all,
I found this! Pretty cool. Resizing to meet your project size is one good possibility.
http://jayscustomcreations.com/2013/12/inexpensively-brand-your-woodworking/
Jack
Hello all,
Brand new to scrolling. Saw arrives in a few days. Havent touched one for a number of years. I am looking for a best reference book on getting started.
Tell me what books you have found have been your "Go to" books over the years.
Jack