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Ornaments For Charity is a project from the members of Scroll Saw Village. For the last 14 years, our designers have donated their talents by creating wonderful ornament patterns for the Holiday Season. It has become so popular, and so big, we had to split it into 2 books! Book 1 covers our first 10 years; 2010-2021.  Our newest book, Book 2, covers 2021-2024.  Between the two books, we have 175 pages with 545 Holiday ornament patterns!  So be sure to download both books!  
This popular eBook was featured in the Holiday 2014 issue of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts (read the article here).
 
Is it really free? 
Here's how it works.  Download the eBook and take a look at what we have to offer. If you decide to keep it, all we ask is that you donate to your favorite charity.  You get a ton of great ornament patterns, and you help those in need in return.   Remember, this isn't about "buying" an eBook of patterns, it's about giving to a worthy cause. If you don't have a favorite charity, we have listed a number of national (and international) charities below that could use your help. Remember, the purpose is to raise money for those in need. So, please dig deep when donating.
 

 
Please donate to one of these fine charities or a charity of your choice.
Toys for Tots is a program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve which donates toys to children whose parents cannot afford to buy them gifts for Christmas. By giving to Toys for Tots, you'll bring the magic of Christmas to children in need.
The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a non-profit organization that grants wishes to children (2.5 years to 18 years old) who have life-threatening medical conditions.  It is a wonderful charity that brings a few moments of joy.
Habitat For Humanity is an international, non-governmental, non-profit organization devoted to building simple, decent, and affordable housing for those who would not otherwise be able to afford their own home.
A donation to your local food bank will ensure that the hungry will be fed in your own community. Make a difference in your neighbor's life.
 

Mini Scroll Saw Business in a Box! 
Earn a little extra cash this Holiday season, and help pay for your scroll saw addiction...errr....hobby.  With this kit, you can personalize as many Holiday ornaments as you want with this simple template.
This kit includes an Inkscape (svg) source file that allows you to personalize ornaments with names and dates. Also included are step-by-step instructions,  premade images to advertise your services that you can post to social media, and the GIMP file in case you'd like to customize your promotions. Here's what would be included in the kit:
SVG Ornament File - Inkscape SVG file that you can use to customize ornaments.  (US Letter & A4 size) Step by Step Instructions - Easy instructions on how to use the Inkscape file, and how to export PDFs and PNGs from Inkscape. Promotion Banners - Pre-made images you can post to social media that advertise your ornaments. (5 price-points in both $ & £) GIMP Promotion Banner Template - GIMP source file that allows you to customize your promotion banner with your name and picture.   Note:  This ornament kit is meant for folks who have a working knowledge of Inkscape.  You don't have to be an advanced user, but you should have the basics down.  If you'd like to learn more about Inkscape, you can find my free online course here.
 
Here's an overview of how the kit works:
 
Selling Ideas:
With this kit, you can either sell finished patterns to fellow scrollers or crafters.  Or you can sell finished ornaments.
Custom patterns for fellow scrollers & crafters.  (suggested price:  $1-2 per custom pattern) Post to your Facebook (or other social media) that you make custom ornaments.  Friends and family would jump at the chance to have a custom ornament designed and cut by you.  (suggested price: $10-15 each). Take orders at a craft show, church bizarre or event.  Or even scroll on-site. (suggested price: $10-15 each). Sell on Etsy or similar online handmade marketplaces.  Just give yourself time to make and ship the items.  (suggested price:  $12-20 each) Fundraiser for a youth group, school, or sports team.  (suggested price:  $12-20 each) Or maybe, they’re just unique gifts for friends and family (suggested price:  $0 each)