74 days ago
by Gary Fixler |
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This video from 83 years ago follows a German woodworker as he selects a log half, cuts out a bowl blank on a large band saw, and then turns 3 separate parts to create a lidded bowl. It’s neat to feel such a kinship with a guy at his lathe some 13 years before his country would enter into WWII. I wonder if he made it to the war, and what he thought of it. There’s something a lot more tangible about this video than the still black and white photos of men with saws over their shoul...
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76 days ago
by grizzman |
16 comments »
Here is our statement our woodworkers creed, we all come from a certain breed….wood is our forum our fix and our drug..were like some strange exotic bug..we cant be figured and no species or a name…we work with wood for we all like the fame. Ive made it better and with a diffrent wood , i knew someone would try and i knew that they could..saw dust is like our perfume and smell….my bed is full of it , my mate they will tell.
You might see my shadow upon the wall..but its i...
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87 days ago
by PurpLev |
15 comments »
As you all recall, We have been granted the use of the Lexington Woodworker’s Guild for our LJ Picnic Event. I still would like to present them with something in appreciation of the gesture – but am not sure what – any ideas?
I would also like to thank Rockler for stepping up and sponsoring us with some goodies that will be raffled between the LJ attendees. Thank you Rockler!
This really presents the same great customer service, and positive experience I’ve b...
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116 days ago
by PurpLev |
26 comments »
We have been granted the use of the Lexington Woodworker’s Guild for our LJ Picnic Event! I want to give special thanks to tpastore for helping to get this through. Thanks Tim!
The Date: Sept 19th 2009, Noon
The Location: Lexington Woodworker's Guild (click on the link for directions and the Guild’s website)
The Plan: A Get together with a woodworker’s flavor.
More Details:
We are not allowed to BBQ on site, but can bring already cooked/made food. I was thinki...
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163 days ago
by Gary Fixler |
8 comments »
I found this talented woodworker’s site tonight through a post on Make Magazine’s blog. He makes very well crafted furniture in the Chippendale style, but also creates art pieces with meta-humor baked in. Some appear self-animated, the rest are a fun juxtaposition of solid craftsmanship and glaring oversights.
“Oops” in mahogany
“Crippled Table” in walnut and hickory
“How to Build Furniture” in cherry
“Self Portrait” in ...
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373 days ago
by danriffle |
2 comments »
The following is an e-mail interview with Brandon Morrison. Brandon is the owner of Whyr’Hymer Furniture in Hollywood, California. This started as friendly banter via e-mail and I thought picking Brandon’s brain might be interesting to other aspiring professionals. So here’s some wisdom from a modern artisan who’s been making it for 4 years.
What do you think differentiates a hobbyist from a professional woodworker?
Preparation, pressure, stress, responsibility, and most importa...
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749 days ago
by Mark Mazzo |
8 comments »
I recently went to a sale for a wood shop that was being sold off. What I came home with was a bit more than what I had expected. You can take a look at my thoughts on the subject here. Thanks for reading!
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858 days ago
by john |
21 comments »
I am happy to announce the safe arrival of my very first grandchild.Her name is Olivia MarieShe was born July 23 rd at 5 pm and she weighed 8 lbs 14 ounces.
I will post a few as soon as i can get one.
thanksjohn
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974 days ago
by scottb |
30 comments »
A recent string of chatter had me post an obit spoof as a potential t-shirt idea. Chip, Greg and Dr Sawdust (put in for about 3 dozen orders) and suggested I post this as a bonafide blog to gauge a wider audience… Oh, Obi and Karson like it too!
So fellow jocks, does anyone else out there need a little wardrobe enhancement for the new season? Shall I add something along the lines of the text that follows (with some nice appropriate art – I am a graphic designer afterall!) to my...
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