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my work

2009-08-10T18:05:24Z

hello to you all. now i know that everyone is busy with life and all that keeps u from being in here, but ive posted some of my work in here after i joined ur group, I even asked afew of u to check out my worm and tell me what u think. well as to date not one of you had anything to say, iam really disappointed that no one could even say they didnt like my work but thats cool,I thought that ur group of wood workers would open up to a guy thats new but i guess thats not the case.but now what id love to see is anyone that can start a new piece of work that no one ever seen before that u cant use and patterns or any layouts of any kind and then use some 5,000 pieces of wood and make something that u did not trees or birds not even houses ,yes try that just one time and see if u can come up with anything at all my best of luck to anyone that thinks its easy or that u can do it just try ,

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my inlay

2009-08-04T20:04:59Z

Hello to all that come to this little part of my world,I have come to let the people know that i have come up with a new and most exciting way to help bring wood inlay to the masses without killing every tree that we have to make this art work,First yes i do make my wood inlay out of wood and some of my works have some 7 to 8,000 pieces of wood in them and thats alot of wood for i use some 10 to 20 different types of wood ,Now comes the good part i have put my work into my computer and with the aid of photo shop i can turn one work into 10 to 20 different prints.On my web site u can see about 120 different prints that ive made and are for sale ,and yes you can even see the real wood work that i have finished .My web site is bb inlaid graphics.As to using veneers i dont use them, as they are to thin for my work i take a board and cut it down to 1/8 of an inch strips then cut them again to 1/8 by 1/8 and then i start my work .I dont use any patterns, no lay outs and i never use any preconceived ideals on what iam making .I let the wood itself tell me what iam making ,It mite sound funny but its a really hard thing to do,to be making a piece of art that i am making to produce the final works that you see.I started out making picture frames and some of them have over 1800 to some 3500 pieces of wood in them.My first showing was at the Ritz Carlton Hotel and Casino in Las VegasNV i now live in Monroe NC and i have been in the newpapers here and in the Charlotte observer,

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Winter Projects?

2007-02-23T05:24:51Z

Well, For a lot of the country the weather will be putting folks into their shops for a winter project.

I'm curious to hear what some of the projects are going to be for everyone.

Hopefully, I'll finish a couple of projects that have gone on way to long: a foosball table and a coffee table styled after a Namagori table.

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two things

2007-01-09T05:26:50Z

hey everybody i need your help. does anyone know a source ofoak veneered mdf? does anyone know of a wood that can be used as a water tight vessel that is okay for food contact that doesnt leave a flavor, i thought of white oak but then i thought the tannins might leach. i know that i have read something from one of roy underhills woodwright books on wood spiecies and there uses . can anyone help me on this? thank you for your imput.

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Wood refinishing class

2007-01-09T00:28:56Z

Hello all,

Can anyone recommend a place that offers classes on refinishing wood pieces in either SF or Bay Area? I am new to this and any advice is appreciated.

Thanks!

Chakralea

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Husband wants a lathe...

2006-12-13T14:04:49Z

My husband wants a woodturning lathe, and we currently live in a 1 bedroom flat with a small outcove in our kitchen, where he wants to put a "small lathe". He's under the impression that putting a sheet up to block off the dust and good extraction fan will be sufficient. Whats your opinion?

Personally, I think he's insane and I dont want all the dust in our house.
I've also contacted the British Woodturning Federation and they've advised me to house the lathe in a shed.
I completely agree here, to bad we dont have one.
I would just like the opinions and advice of people who know, because I don't have a clue.

With an extration fan, how much dust/shavings can we expect (lets just say.. if he were to make a 12" plate)?
And just how loud are these things (even a small one)?

Thanks!
Michelle

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A Dovetail Key router jig: shop made

2006-11-18T00:41:38Z

I built a rig for my Slider and the Router table I mounted on the end of my saw. It is intended to pass paired mitered boards across a dovetail router bit while the boards are clamped together. The idea is to get a Dovetail Key slot. Then Make Keys to insert in the slots.

The keys can be worked up from about any thing I please either the same material as the drawer a contrasting material or built up laminations for visual effect. I can even produce weird geometries on the plugs to rival that sexy double dovetail you can do with the better commercial DT jigs.

It works really, really well. I can even angle the cut to get opposing dovetails.

I have been building a 5 drawer cabinet for my slot mortiser. I deliberately decided to use this project as the proof of my concept and my jig plus I need the drawer space.

It's really a very simple tool. The board ends are cut on a miter dados are cut for the bottom. I like to assemble my drawers with the bottom integral so it can't ever come out – it adds the extra bonus of squaring the drawer as you assemble it .

Then the drawer components are marked so each two corner pieces are mated for life. However I discovered by making assembly mistakes that this is not too critical as the pieces tend to be interchangeable.

The drawer boards are inserted into the jig on a 45-Deg angle into my jig which has huge pieces of maple against which they abut. There is one clamp. It's a long threaded rod that squeezes the boards against the back of the jig. In this incarnation I am using 3/8-16 threaded rod. I have decided that is not heavy enough. I am going to step it up to half inch before I make another run.

Then I set my slider and establish the cut locations make little pencil marks near the precision ruler gauge so I can quickly find them because I have a stop on the 36” miter fence.

With the boards mated mounted and sitting at a 45-Deg angle I simply shove the boards through the Dovetail router bit making four DT slots. I made these particular drawers from 4 1/2" wide 3/4" thick pine. My bottoms are half inch AC.

I make the DT keys or plugs by running wood along the same router bit so the angle is identical. I get it so it's a rather snug fit. I find a feather-board with the angle of the DT cutter makes this job way easier. If I end up with Strip of Key stock that is a tad thick making for keys that muse be hammered – not good - I can mount a different fence that has the angle of the key stock in it. Then using the same feather board and a Dial indicator I can set the fence to give me a very precision cut. When I have sufficient key stock I cut the keys to about 2 1/4" long.
Then with a pile of keys at hand I use a couple of large C clamps and a square maple block to hold the corners together when I apply the glue and drive in the plugs. Because I cut the bottoms square and fit them very closely to the dado the bottom squares the drawers very sell.

It is I think slower than using a commercial jig but it has proven to be a very effective and technically easy method.

I got cocky and started cutting the DT slots without caution and got a couple of boards reverse - not as to the miter but as to the Dado for the bottom. I simply reversed the pieces and lo they went together perfectly because I was also being very attentive to my cut locations and I had spaced them evenly. So the slots from board to board were entirely interchangeable.

One issue I had (and I think I have a perfect fix) is that getting the miter perfectly just so and then driving the plugs in was a bit of a pain && it wasted lots of time. The fix for this is to buy a Whiteside Lock Miter bit. If I had lock mitered the boards first the alignment would have been entirely a function of the lock miter joint making final assembly a breeze. It would defeat my integral bottom preference but hey, something’s gotta give.

Anyway I made a case from ripped 2*4 down to 2*2 s and 3/4" Plywood it is entirely now beautiful I use lots of sheet rock screws from the outside but it’s plenty sturdy. I am suspending a and guiding the drawers using maple rails mounted in dadoes in the 2*2s
The drawers are dadoes along the length of the sides in the center. The space between the drawer faces is about 1/16”

I gotta take some pictures. This jig is a thing anyone can build and use coupled with the Lock miter it'll produce flawless DTs every time. I am pretty sure any router table with a guide track can make use of this method.

I wonder If I should take the time to patent this.

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Router?

2006-09-13T04:23:19Z

I got a refund check and decided to spring for the DeWalt 12" double-bevel mitre. What the hell. Hopefully I'll use it next week.

Now I'm turning my attention to routers. Any recommendations? Do I need a router table?

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Table Saw Trunion Adjusters

2006-06-30T14:03:51Z

A while ago I so a little review in American Woodworker about some screw type adjusters you could install on your table saw trunions to make easy micro adjustments for blade alignment. I really need these as my trunions have a hard time holding their set. They were from J-L or D-L or J-D Industries or something. I have been looking for them everywhere but can't find any info.
Has anyone heard of these or something similar?

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Power Tools From EBay?

2006-03-19T06:54:45Z

Too risky?

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new here, please help

2005-11-25T04:42:07Z

First let me confess to not being a carpenter, but my partner is.

He lost his router in Katrina, so I want to buy him a new one. I saw your discussion on routers, but wanted a little more info about choosing one.

It looks like the routers of choice are: DeWalt, Makita, and Porter Cable? And you all are 50/50 on the necessity of a router table?

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help needed -- making a large drum

2005-10-19T14:03:22Z

I'm just wondering if anyone has any ideas on how I can accomplish this task:

I have a slice from the trunk of a grand old tree that unfortunately lost its life to "development" in my neighborhood. It is about 30" in diameter and about 10" thick. I am looking to make a wide, flat drum out of it, which means cutting it down to a ring, both on the inside and outside. Any ideas on how I could best accomplish this?

Thanks!

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Great Website

2005-08-27T01:52:25Z

There's a ton of information to be had at http://www.forums.woodnet.net/.

Just don't read the off-topic threads. Trust me. Your head will explode.

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Marquetry- Painting with wood

2005-08-18T04:35:54Z

I am new to tribe and this is my first tribe. what a happy little spot.
My name is Dustin Doerntlein and before you skip through this please visit my website www.veneerconcepts.com No I am not trying to sell you nothing. just want to meet some like minded, in that I mean some others in the Vancouver area who are in to fine wood art. Are you out there. I know I am not alone. I think we can make this fine woodworking tribe into a hot spot, for all of us wood lovers.

"Painting with wood" -Marquetry, is the ancient art of using the different colors and grains in wood veneer to create patterns and images. The 1-mm thick veneer is cut and joined together to form a skin which is then glued to a surface and finished.
Utilizing a fragile resource such as exotic hardwood, in this age of mass deforestation calls for a more responsible use of our trees. Veneer, because it is sliced so thin maximizes the amount of usable wood from each log.

See you soon ,

D

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wipe-on finishes

2005-08-09T04:26:25Z

i prefer a nice hand-rubbed natural danish oil from watco myself

nice working stuff and leaves a beautifully warm finish.

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What are Your Fingers Worth?

2005-07-27T14:12:32Z

Here's the latest on SawStop, a safety device that stops a spinning blade as soon as it contacts flesh. Would you pay $150 more on a contractor table saw that had this device?

http://www.popularwoodworking.com/features/vote.asp

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popped-up parquet

2005-07-16T21:16:56Z

I'm looking at a parquet floor that's popped-up, presumable due to moister. there's been on discernable leak, so I don't think it's too serious.

anybody here know if a dehumidifier will settle it down? it lays flat in the winter.

thanks,

roeb

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Jointer?

2005-07-16T21:12:26Z

This may be a stupid question, but what does a jointer do?

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Table Saw?

2005-07-16T21:02:56Z

For a basic home shop, to make table and cabinets, do I need a full table saw or will a portable do?

full: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00005JGPC/qid=1119388441/sr=8-3/ref=pd_bbs_3/102-4080794-6062560?v=glance&s=hi&n=1000

portable: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00004T93N/qid=1119388305/sr=8-6/ref=pd_bbs_6/102-4080794-6062560?v=glance&s=hi&n=507846

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First Project Done!

2005-07-06T17:26:21Z

After all the talk, planning and buying, I finally built my first project -- a simple adirondack chair.

It was very straightfoward, and turned out pretty good -- but not perfect.

I didn't have a countersink drill bit, so the screws are flush and I can't cap them with plugs. I'll just cover them with wood putty and paint it. I had wanted to stain the chair, but actually, white will look better on my deck.

The plans were pretty good. The one problem was that although they told me to buy #8 2" screws and #8 1 1/4" screws, the instructions only referred to 2.5" screws. I used the 2" for the thicker pieces, and it seems to be tight.

My biggest problem was stripping screws. I tried different sized phillips bits on my driver, but it didn't seem to matter. I'm not sure if I didn't drill the pilot holes deep enough, or maybe they were too narrow. It would be nice if the drills bits were labeled the way the screws are -- a #8 drill bit to drill a pilot for a #8 screw. But I bought a "Grab It" bit, and it pulled out the stripped screws easily. I think I need to figure out how the "clutch" works on my driver/drill.

My one big problem was that the three back planks didn't fit between the spacers. I'm not sure why, because I rechecked the spaces and they were correct. I ended up using my circular saw an guide to rip 1.5 inches off one of the planks. It fits, but isn't symmetrical.

I also didn't get the tops of the planks even. I tried using the router and clamping a guide piece across the face of the back planks. Good idea, but bad execution. The clamps slipped. Oh well, it will look rustic.

Another problem I had was ripping the end grain on the miter and the router (used the router to roundover the edges on the arms and the top of the planks). Maybe I went to fast?

All in all, I'm pretty happy with it. I think I'll buy some more wood today and build another one -- hopefully getting it perfect. Or something close to perfect.

Thanks to everyone for their advice.

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Refinishing

2005-06-21T16:35:40Z

My friend has a set of bedroom furniture circa 1920's Art Deco that needs refinishing.

All hand made and veneered stuff. A lot of curved surfaces

I know that before refinishing the old finish needs to go.

Because we're dealing with veneers, any major sanding is a no-no.

Any favorite stripping product suggestions out there?

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Want to help make art???

2005-06-06T16:52:18Z

Would any of you'all be able to rip about 500-1000 quarter inch slats out of 2x whatever material in lengths of 4'-12' ??? Also looking for bamboo, river willow....READ BELOW FOR DETAILS!!!

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We are creating an amazing project for Burning Man
this year...an
instillation called MINDWEAVE...

It will be a state eliciting space designed to
induce peaceful
awareness...email if you want details or want to get
involved!

The reason I am writing this is that I need to
gather a large amount of
flexible bamboo, river willow, and other such organic
materials between 4-12 feet
in length to create the space by weaving a twelve
foot dome! I am aware
that bamboo some times goes wild and needs to be
cleared so if you have any
or know someone that does, PLEASE let me know....I
need about 500-1000
pieces!!

Thanks for thinking about it and reading this far!!

Dr.michael

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Teach Wood Carving and more at CELLspace!!!

2005-04-20T08:45:52Z

CELLspace is a volunteer-based collaborative art center which fosters community through art and education, performance and community building. Through cooperative relationships and multi-disciplinary programs, we encourage the celebration of intergenerational and cross-cultural collaborations.

CELL, (Collectively Explorative Learning Labs), offers communal art workshops and learning labs in a variety of artistic mediums. Our 10,000 square foot facility serves as an arts incubator, enabling emerging Bay Area artists to create, develop, exhibit, and perform new work in an affordable, cooperative, and collaborative environment.

We are currently seeking creative individuals to teach during our Summer (June-August) season, and potentially continue with us for following seasons.

See the following list of classes and send your resume to classes@CELLspace.org
For more information about CELLspace visit www.CELLspace.org
(Deadline: Wednesday the 20th of April)

List of CELLspace Classes, June- August

*Painting (intro and advanced techniques using oils,
acrylics, tempura and water on various traditional and
non-traditional surfaces.

*Drawing (intro and advanced, using non-traditional
techniques, such as including the use of a projector
for making large banners)

*Public (Guerilla) Art (silk-screening on cloth and
paper, stenciling, wheatpaste and banner making,
large puppet/ figure making, muralism and spray
painting).

* Traditional/ Cultural Art (inc: Cartoneria (using paper
and recycled materials), pi?ata making, Mexican tin +
copper stamping + carving, Mihndi(henna paint),
origami, African mask making, lithography, etching,
linocut,woodcut...etc).

*Maille (Chain mail) (inc. clothing/ armor, inlays,
jewelry, bags,... ).

*Costumes (inc: wings, clothing, masks, using beads
for clothing and jewelry,latex clothing...).

*DIY Classes (book binding, papermaking, gifts, bags,
etc. Integrated class focusing on DIY craft
techniques for creating goods)

*Art Therapy (inc. all forms of artistic mediums
developed by an experienced art therapist/ healer)

*DIY Musical Instruments (inc. glass goblets, Poor
Lady's Gamelan, percussion devices using miniature
mics, spoons, washboards, bass instruments, etc.)

*Music Classes (for not as popular instruments, such
as: the theramin, singing saw, harmonica,accordion
and more).

*Dance Classes (inc. Flamenco, Salsa, Hooping …'''')

*Film Classes (history of film and different genres,
global films, documentaries...)

*Exercise, Kick Boxing, Karate, Jujitsu, Tai Chi and
Self Defense

*Traditional Global Recipes (focus on peasant-scrap
food centered, inc. component on nutrition and
health).

*Veggie/ Vegan Dishes (focus on affordability,
nutrition and health).

*Healing Foods (inc: herbs, ointments, potions,
concoctions, tonics, tinctures...etc)

*Bartending (exotic drinks from around the world, using
affordable alcohol and ingredients).

*Meditation (focus on healing).

*Yoga

*Alternative Parenting Classes (Meeting the Child
Development credit meeting court requirements).

*Metal Welding: (intro, inter, adv.)

*Wire Sculpture

*Metal w/ Inert Gas ( aka wire-feed welding)

*Furniture Renovation (working with found, discarded
and recycled pieces).

*Woodcarving

*Stone Carving

*Sculpting with Cernit (no oven required clay)

*Quema de Judas (Burning Giants).

*Wax sculpting/ Candle making

*Theater History and Performance (influences: Teatro
Campesino, Agusto Boal, Paulo Freire...)

*Puppetry

*Creative Writing

*Cultural Studies (Chican@ / Latin American, African
American, Asian American, Middle Eastern American,
Filipino American and Native American
with heavy focus on Arts, Film, Theater, Literature).

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Show me yours

2005-03-18T02:09:57Z

Come join my new tribe, 'I have an ouchie'!

Share your injury stories, post pics, trade pain meds...

http://ihaveanouchie.tribe.net/

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Woodworker's Guild

2005-03-14T07:40:58Z

Back when I was living in Boston, there was something that I ran into called The Woodworker's Guild. It wasn't really a union to speak of, but, what it was, was a bunch of woodworkers who got together and found a place to rent in an industrial area and set up a shop. Members paid dues to cover rent and brought in their own tools and used excess dues to purchase public use tools, the big ones, tablesaw, bandsaw, planer, etc.

I'm in the Bay area, anyone know of anything like this in my area?

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Rigid v. Dewalt (Miter Saw)

2005-03-02T14:27:12Z

I'm looking at a 12" Rigid miter, which comes with a laser and a clamp ($260), v Dewalt 12", no laser, no clamp ($299). Dewalt has a little taller rail.

Rigid is Home Depot's brand. I haven't found any reviews on-line. Any thoughts?

Would I be better off going for a 10"?

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persimmon?

2005-02-14T23:11:16Z

i was wondering if anyone out there has had any experience with persimmon? i cut some to build a didjerido and kept the trunk and was wanting to do some carving. any advice?

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Wood identification?

2005-02-14T23:09:39Z

I've got an old chest of drawers with tons of nicks and dings and scratches in it.. its one I've had since I was.. well.. forever, I guess.

Anyways, how do I go about identifying what wood it is before I sand it down and refinish it?

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Waterbed pedestal construction?

2005-01-23T21:16:12Z

Need some help designing a pedestal for a queen size waterbed.

I want it to be about 16 inches verticle, but I'm not sure how best to accomplish that height. Any suggestions or redirections would be greatly appreciated.

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$1,000

2005-01-19T19:35:50Z

if you had $1,000 to spend on a new home shop, where would you start? I've got a workbench, hammer, screwdrivers, pliers, little stuff like that. No power tools. I'm thinking:

Cordless driver/hammer/drill (by driver, do they mean "screwdriver type thing?)

7/14" circular saw

Some type of compound miter saw

Router

various clamps

Suggestions about brands, models would be appreciated.

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Free online project plans?

2005-01-16T04:02:54Z

Does anyone know of some websites that offer plans/blueprints/materials lists at no charge? Perhaps we should start a list of reference websites?

I would like more information on wood inlay...anyone have a good reference for this?

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My latest project

2005-01-10T02:30:02Z

I designed and built this play boat/sandbox for my kids and it took most of the summer to complete. My kids love it. It has a working fire hose and periscope. This one was fun.

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dust collector venting to pasture

2004-12-27T20:29:30Z

I'm hoping to start construction on barn/workshop soon (waiting for permit hassles).

Starting to think about infrastucture inside the workshop, including dust collection.
I'd like to plumb in some dust collection, and was thinking about just sucking the dust and then blowing it outside the workshop into the pasture, rather than dealing with all the dust collection and filtering systems. Is this something reasonable to do, and how would I go about finding just the correct blower assembly, rather than a full dust collection and filtering system.

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WorkMate WorkBench?

2004-10-29T14:01:02Z

Is this a worthwhile investment, or will I find the small size frustrating? I hope to soon be building chairs, cabinets and tables.

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Plans for a Rustic Oak Table

2004-10-29T13:35:17Z

Eventually, I want to build a rustic oak table. I saw one recently that was beautiful -- 10' long. I found plans for a 6' table: http://www.anythingicando.com/season2/proj_43/proj_43.htm

Can someone give me a link to plans for a longer one?

Thanks.

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open workshops to rent in SF?

2004-10-08T20:18:04Z

Hi guys - we're trying to build some cabinets, but don't have our own workshop and are having a heck of a time trying to find a equipped place to rent/ utilize in San Francisco or the SF Bay Area, though I'm sure there must be resources. Any leads? We need a table saw for sure, preferably also a joiner/planer and other cabinetmaking equipment. Any help appreciated! Thanks, Andria

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Turned Walking Canes

2004-10-03T13:49:45Z

I'm looking for more information about turned walking canes...techniques and supplies, etc. Anyone have some links to share?

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table saws

2004-09-21T22:57:03Z

hi everyone!
hopefully this is a relatively easy question for all of you.
i have a couple wood projects coming up.. and i'm wondering what kinda blades i would need to cut various angles and lines..
(if there are specific ones thats is)
maybe all blades will do.. but i was just wondering if anyone in here could give me light on the subject.

much appreciated!

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Any boatbuilders?

2004-08-23T04:10:29Z

I'm new here. Hello everyone. I'm interested in wooden boats.

I'm building an Uncle Johns pirogue kit. As soon as it is ready for glass I plan on building a "Dug". (three board boat, 18', like dugout canoe) and glassing both. I really should build something to hang one of my outboard's on, so I'm thinking a "skimmer" might get me to the fish.

I'm eyeballing the Redwing, or SkiffAmerica for weekend and vacation cruising.

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Hi. New Guy.

2004-08-17T05:50:11Z

I was wondering if there was a special procedure for making a curved caul. This part is going to be used for clamping two curved pieces of a guitar together. I got in a little over my head on this project, as I usually build electric guitars.

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drift wood

2004-07-28T16:37:30Z

anyone know about wording with drift wood? any pointers would be great.

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My Workbench

2004-07-05T15:07:56Z

I just bought a weekend house, and I found this down in the cellar:

http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4286332753

It's about 8 feet long, with clamps mounted on each end. It's only 3 feet or so wide.

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Brands?

2004-06-25T03:49:12Z

Are there any brands that are consistantly good or bad? I.e., should Black & Decker be trusted or avoided? Or are different brands good at different things?

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Acquiring Home Shop

2004-06-25T03:04:00Z

I'm purchasing a weekend home that has a large garage. I'd like to devote some of the space to a woodworking shop. Please give me your advice on the essentials I need and places I should look to pick up cheap stuff. (For example, I've been told that vices and clamps should be bought used.)

Thanks.

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Cordless? Multi-Tasking?

2004-06-25T02:55:41Z

Does the convenience of a cordless tool (drill, sander, saw, etc.) come with a sacrifice in power and durability?

Do multi-tasking tools do a bunch of things o.k. but none of them great?

Frinstance, Black & Decker has this Firestorm 3 in 1 Multitool. It's cordless, it drills, drives, cuts and sands. And it's about $90. Worth it?

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000077CPP/103-8842376-4206222?v=glance

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A paint question

2004-04-29T01:22:10Z

I've got an old luan door that I want to paint. Presently it is natural grain and stain, and as part of our kitchen remodel we want to paint it. Does anyone know of a specific product/type of product that will fill the grain so as to make the finish coat of paint smooth?
(I know this isn't exactly a fine woodworking question, but with the price of hardwoods these days, can anyone afford NOT to know all about finishes?).
Thanks.

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Woodshops in NYC

2004-04-03T16:48:39Z

This may seem a strange question, and may well be little more than a hope, But might anyone know of anything at all that would offer the space/tools for one to build fine furniture in New York City. Seeing as all our apartments are far too small (not to mention the noise issues). I'd love to find a school or group that might offer a conducive environment to create fine works in wood.

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Wandered down to the wood depot...

2004-04-03T07:43:08Z

They were selling redwood with insanely great figure.

Now I just hafta figure out what to do with it. I got random chunks of it with the intention of turning it into some sculpture. ;)

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Router Ratings

2004-04-02T13:36:55Z

I've made up my mind to purchase a router. Any suggestions? I'd like to have at least 2 Peak HP, dual base (plunge and fixed), and reliability. Hopefully all for under $150.

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Also New

2004-02-25T19:59:28Z

Hey everyone....I'm new here too. Just thought I'd say hello and give a little info about me.

Been self employed as a licensed builder/contractor/carpenter since 1987. Every now and then I get to build some furniture or accessories (book cases, cabinets, tables, etc...) for jobs that I may be working on. I mostly like to build from photos in magazines in the western/rustic style. I think this is mostly due to the fact that I hate glue-ups and sanding.

Need to know more,...just ask.

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tribe name

2004-01-12T00:18:16Z

Just curious...did this tribe get it's name from the magazine? If so, how far back does your subscription go?

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Christmas Booty... as opposed to Pirates Booty. ;)

2004-01-04T04:54:26Z

So, did everybody get the tools they wanted for Christmas?

As far as woodworking goes, my brother decided that I wanted a Japanese Dozuki saw and my father got me a orbital finishing sander. I gotta find something to use my Dozuki on now. I'm just itching to cut some wood and that's scaring my wife. ;)

My wife also noted yet again that building stuff runs in our family. My brother's working on a very good-looking china cabinet in his garage...

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What tools does a beginner need?

2003-12-17T20:43:24Z

Hi all. I was just wondering what tools are important to start out with? I guess a list of the essentials is what I'm looking for, just the basics. Thanks in advance!

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New.

2003-12-16T03:38:27Z

Hi, thought I'd introduce myself a little. I've been woodworking since I was 14, and now that I'm out of (high)school (it's been a while), I'm trying to get together my own workshop, but space is tight and tuition takes up most of my money. I've built so far, a solid maple hope chest with birdseye maple floating panels (absolutely enormous, I must have been high when I drew those plans), a 5'5" book case (really odd sort of design) out of maple, one of those photo screen thingies you see everywhere these days, a mountain apalachian dulcimer, as a gift for my sister, who never plays it. *irk*
Anyway, I could use some good inspiration from good woodworkers. Its hard to be a young woman and be taken seriously sometimes. I have a lust for wood (ahem) that I can't afford to sate anymore. So much for serious ;)
E.

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Racing the weather.

2003-10-27T01:30:35Z

Heyo fellow woodworkers. ;)

I'm racing the weather right now on my latest piece of household furniture. I do all of my woodworking on the balcony (Live in an appartment with no garrage) and that's fine when it's a SF area summer, where there is no rain, *ever*.

If I rush too much, it won't fit together right and look sloppy (I'm a tad on the obscessive compulsive side about perfect, exact 90 degree angles when called for, which, as I've got a table router but no table saw, means that I spend a lot of time making router-dust) and if I don't get it done fast enough and keep up the momentum, I'll have the pieces sitting around the living room and driving my wife mad.

Assuming that I don't rush, this should be my best job yet. I have two pieces and there's little minor misalignments (like, less than a degree) that drive me *batty* every time I see them.

How's everybody else's wood projects?

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Fruit woods

2003-10-02T17:49:30Z

I'm always on the look out for planks of fruit wood: pear and cherry especially. Nothing large, as they tend to be quite expensive, but just a source for random pieces in which to carve into.

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