I am just getting into a new hobby - scroll saw work. I purchased
a used scroll saw, not great quality, but an affordable price. I
checked out the three books available at our library for starters;
two of them were patterns. A few of them looked like they might be
good starter projects and the book authorized copying them for
personal use. However, because of the book binding, they would not
lay flat on a copier.

I'd appreciate any suggestions on sources of reasonably priced
patterns that come on single sheets so they can be placed on the
wood.

Also, any suggestions on types of wood that works best for thin wall
mounting scroll work. I purchased a 1 X 12 that was real nice
wood, fine grain and clean of knots. When I cut off a piece 12
inches long, it immediately warped. I also purchased a 3' X 3'
square piece of ply wood 1/4 inch thick. Have not cut into it yet
so don't know how it will be. Any tips and suggestions are welcome.
Thanks in advance, Bob-tx