Last November Scottb challenged himself to do 30 projects in 30 days. The idea struck me as rather interesting, but not something I was ready to commit to. Today, Scott has announced that he will do it again. Darryl decided that he too would take the challenge and has started his story.
I wanted to join Scott back in November, but I didn’t have the guts. Today I throw my hat in the ring and commit to 30 projects in 30 days. While I do turn, it’s more of a filler activity for me. Most of my projects are furniture and generally take more than a day to complete. I’ve looked over that things that I’ve made, and there are plenty of projects available that do not involve turning and can be completed in a day. While I hope to still have some furniture pieces in the mix, there will be some boxes and pens and who knows what else.
In case you’re wondering, I haven’t really thought this through, but just jumped in with both feet. I’m looking for an exercise in discipline and a consistent practice of the craft I enjoy. I don’t expect to actually sell anything I make, but since I have a big family and a friend. Nothing will be hanging around here for long.
So, as a prelude to the start of 30 days of discipline, allow me to invite a few more LumberJocks to take up the challenge. It’s for personal growth, and who among us couldn’t use a little of that?
-- Working at Woodworking www.VillageLaneFurniture.com
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darryl
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posted 177 days ago
awesome Russel!
nothing like making a spur of the moment decision, right!
so who else is game?
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Rustic
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posted 177 days ago
I may be up for it soon I am still getting ready for a craft mall opening tomorrow. I may try a smaller time frame to start. will keep ya posted
-- There is no such thing as a mistake. Its called a design modification Rick Kruse, Grand Rapids, MI
jack1
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posted 177 days ago
Would 30 toothpicks count? ;o)
-- jack -- measure once, curse twice!
degoose
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posted 177 days ago
Does 52 projects and 25 blogs .. total of 77 in 72 days count.
if not well I think that 30 in 30 could be a go, from the land downunder…and can I back date it two or three days
Larry
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Zuki
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posted 176 days ago
Good luck there bud.
I will be watching from the sidelines.
-- The significant problems we face cannot be solved by the same level of thinking that created them
Elaine
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posted 176 days ago
Russell,
I’m in the lazy boy rooting you on!
-- Elaine, Conover, NC
Russel
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posted 176 days ago
Thanks Zuki and Elaine. It’s good to know you’ll be watching … and, I assume, comfortable. ;-)
-- Working at Woodworking www.VillageLaneFurniture.com