943 days ago
by PaBull |
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It is not always nice to have to stop a project because it is bed time, but it does give you a better perspective view the next morning.
Before having this sharp object in your project, I figured I might as well do most of the shaping before the glue up.
What I am not sure of is how big to make the handle. It seem too big, but I’ll make an other one after this anyway.
I used the Elmer’s Epoxy. I hope this stuff will be strong enough t hold this together. Remember this is ...
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1268 days ago
by thewoodwhisperer |
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Oil-based finishes are typically the first type of finish we confront as woodworkers, be it straight oil or a can polyurethane. Although they are all derived from oil, these finishes can vary widely in terms of application method, durability, and maintenance. The key to understanding these finishes is to understand their ingredients. With that foundation in your tool belt, you can start looking at ingredients lists instead of brand names and labels, and you’ll know exactly what to ex...
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2032 days ago
by frank |
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Wood Workin’ Character
....and so here we arrive at this morning of a new day, just as I also hope that none of us are in mourning this morning….
”What is my new day all about, what is your new day all about and how does this new day morning, contribute to the spirit of wood, that begs to be heard in the creation of ‘wood art’, by the hands of the woodworking community?”
Wow….and that one question, (or one of many questions within a question)...
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2037 days ago
by Dekker |
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Since I don’t have one of those fancy japanese saw blades with no set, I sanded the keys off with 100 grit (being careful to stop before touching the box), then taking the rest off with 150 grit and finishing the entire box with 220. Of course, I decided to take it one step further, and I went over it again very gently with 320 grit. I then did a quick vacuuming of my work area, and got things prepared.
The end of this pair of boxes is now in sight. Here you can see the two boxes lai...
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