Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video, I’ll show you how I transformed a jigsaw into a DIY scroll saw / bandsaw alternative — the perfect solution for small workshops or DIYers on a budget.
In a previous project, I built a DIY router table extension for my Evolution table saw to save space and combine tools into one footprint. Now, I’ve taken it a step further by adding a jigsaw attachment to that same extension table.
✅ Adjustable blade guide for straight, safe cuts
✅ Easy to build with scrap materials
✅ Saves money and space
✅ Great for small woodworking projects
If you don’t have the room or budget for a scroll saw or bandsaw, this clever DIY will give you a compact, effective solution that fits right into your workshop setup.
My other videos:
- DIY Router Table for Evolution R255TBLX | Small Workshop Upgrade - youtu.be/fn0sldZeArM
- Game-Changing Router Fence Attachment for Evolution R255TBLX Table Saw! - youtu.be/bhGwp5Kt21s
- I Didn’t Expect THIS from the Evolution R90JGS-Li Jigsaw! - youtu.be/qoUxW3tdbCg
- Evolution's New Table Saw – Huge Improvements Over the Rage 5S! - youtu.be/Nr1m2SvzeXs
Shopping for Evolution R90JGS-Li Cordless Jigsaw. USE MY DISCOUNT CODE AT CHECKOUT - CASUAL for 10% OFF. This works for all tools from Evolution!
- UK store - shop.evolutionpowertools.com/products/evolution-cordless-18v-r90jig-li-jigsaw-inc-multi-material-blades
- USA store - store.evolutionpowertools.com/products/evolution-cordless-20v-r90jig-li-jigsaw-inc-multi-material-blades
- PL store - sklep.evolutionpowertools.com/products/bezprzewodowa-wyrzynarka-z-akumulatorem-litowo-jonowym-18-v-ext-li-ion-r90jgs-li-firmy-evolution-z-tarcza-do-ciecia-roznych-materialow?_pos=1&_sid=db409c43c&_ss=r&_gl=1*1w9g5jo*_up*MQ..*_ga*MzkwMjY0MTg1LjE3NTc2NjU1MDc.*_ga_Z6DN5WGZV6*czE3NTc2NjU1MDYkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTc2NjU1MDYkajYwJGwwJGg3OTQ2Mzc1
Shopping for Evolution tools - USE MY DISCOUNT CODE AT CHECKOUT - CASUAL for 10% OFF. This works for all tools from Evolution!
UK
- Table saw R255TBLX+ - shop.evolutionpowertools.com/collections/table-saw/products/evolution-r255tbl-next-gen-jobsite-table-saw-with-28t-multi-material-blade?variant=40786010865700
- Table saw R255TBLX - shop.evolutionpowertools.com/collections/table-saw/products/evolution-r255tbl-portable-jobsite-table-saw?variant=41085945184292
USA
- Table saw R10TBLX - store.evolutionpowertools.com/collections/table-saws/products/r10tblx
PL
- Table saw R255TBLX+ - sklep.evolutionpowertools.com/collections/pily-stolowe/products/przenosna-pilarka-stolowa-evolution-r255tbl-1
All my tools, woodworking accessories and video making kit is now in one place for you to check out. These are Amazon affiliate links. With a purchase through this link, you get an awesome tool and you will support my channel without spending a penny more. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for your support!
Link to Amazon is just below! Thanks!
Tools I use and recommend:
amazon.co.uk/shop/casualdiy
Shop on Banggood - banggood.com/custlink/DmKdnShFdO
You can now support my channel via Patreon. If you feel my content adds value for you or its entertaining then help me continue to do so.
Any donations via Patreon are so much appreciated, you can find out more here: patreon.com/casualdiy Thanks!
You can support my channel by dropping some change in the Casual DIY Tip Box. Thanks for your support!
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#DIYScrollSaw #WoodworkingHack #SmallWorkshopIdeas
DISCLAIMER
My videos are for entertaining purposes only, your safety is your responsibility. Please do not follow my actions if you find them unsafe.
In this video, I’ll show you how I transformed a jigsaw into a DIY scroll saw / bandsaw alternative — the perfect solution for small workshops or DIYers on a budget.
In a previous project, I built a DIY router table extension for my Evolution table saw to save space and combine tools into one footprint. Now, I’ve taken it a step further by adding a jigsaw attachment to that same extension table.
✅ Adjustable blade guide for straight, safe cuts
✅ Easy to build with scrap materials
✅ Saves money and space
✅ Great for small woodworking projects
If you don’t have the room or budget for a scroll saw or bandsaw, this clever DIY will give you a compact, effective solution that fits right into your workshop setup.
My other videos:
- DIY Router Table for Evolution R255TBLX | Small Workshop Upgrade - youtu.be/fn0sldZeArM
- Game-Changing Router Fence Attachment for Evolution R255TBLX Table Saw! - youtu.be/bhGwp5Kt21s
- I Didn’t Expect THIS from the Evolution R90JGS-Li Jigsaw! - youtu.be/qoUxW3tdbCg
- Evolution's New Table Saw – Huge Improvements Over the Rage 5S! - youtu.be/Nr1m2SvzeXs
Shopping for Evolution R90JGS-Li Cordless Jigsaw. USE MY DISCOUNT CODE AT CHECKOUT - CASUAL for 10% OFF. This works for all tools from Evolution!
- UK store - shop.evolutionpowertools.com/products/evolution-cordless-18v-r90jig-li-jigsaw-inc-multi-material-blades
- USA store - store.evolutionpowertools.com/products/evolution-cordless-20v-r90jig-li-jigsaw-inc-multi-material-blades
- PL store - sklep.evolutionpowertools.com/products/bezprzewodowa-wyrzynarka-z-akumulatorem-litowo-jonowym-18-v-ext-li-ion-r90jgs-li-firmy-evolution-z-tarcza-do-ciecia-roznych-materialow?_pos=1&_sid=db409c43c&_ss=r&_gl=1*1w9g5jo*_up*MQ..*_ga*MzkwMjY0MTg1LjE3NTc2NjU1MDc.*_ga_Z6DN5WGZV6*czE3NTc2NjU1MDYkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTc2NjU1MDYkajYwJGwwJGg3OTQ2Mzc1
Shopping for Evolution tools - USE MY DISCOUNT CODE AT CHECKOUT - CASUAL for 10% OFF. This works for all tools from Evolution!
UK
- Table saw R255TBLX+ - shop.evolutionpowertools.com/collections/table-saw/products/evolution-r255tbl-next-gen-jobsite-table-saw-with-28t-multi-material-blade?variant=40786010865700
- Table saw R255TBLX - shop.evolutionpowertools.com/collections/table-saw/products/evolution-r255tbl-portable-jobsite-table-saw?variant=41085945184292
USA
- Table saw R10TBLX - store.evolutionpowertools.com/collections/table-saws/products/r10tblx
PL
- Table saw R255TBLX+ - sklep.evolutionpowertools.com/collections/pily-stolowe/products/przenosna-pilarka-stolowa-evolution-r255tbl-1
All my tools, woodworking accessories and video making kit is now in one place for you to check out. These are Amazon affiliate links. With a purchase through this link, you get an awesome tool and you will support my channel without spending a penny more. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for your support!
Link to Amazon is just below! Thanks!
Tools I use and recommend:
amazon.co.uk/shop/casualdiy
Shop on Banggood - banggood.com/custlink/DmKdnShFdO
You can now support my channel via Patreon. If you feel my content adds value for you or its entertaining then help me continue to do so.
Any donations via Patreon are so much appreciated, you can find out more here: patreon.com/casualdiy Thanks!
You can support my channel by dropping some change in the Casual DIY Tip Box. Thanks for your support!
paypal.me/TomaszFranczyk
You can find me on:
Instagram - instagram.com/casualdiy
Twitter - twitter.com/CasualDIY
Facebook - facebook.com/CasualDIY
Etsy - etsy.com/uk/shop/CasualDesignTF
Web page - casualdiy.com
Email - casualdiyuk@gmail.com
#DIYScrollSaw #WoodworkingHack #SmallWorkshopIdeas
DISCLAIMER
My videos are for entertaining purposes only, your safety is your responsibility. Please do not follow my actions if you find them unsafe.
