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| 207 days ago |
Planer technique question. - 5 replies This is one of those questions that I’m afraid to say what I think for fear of really having mud on my face! So here’s the question, please tell me your opinion. When is a rough sawn board ready for the planer? (Take into account using a jig to straighten one edge.) I look forward to your opinions and will use the majority r... |
| 208 days ago |
Woodworking fix it question - 20 replies Ok, not that I don’t know, and I don’t. How do you guys even out a three-legged stool (nope I did not make it).? Would like to get the wobble out minus the wad of folded up paper. And don’t laugh——Please! Thanks |
| 211 days ago |
Coping saw - 12 replies Trying to cut dovetails and getting along with those. But I would like to try using a coping saw to cut out most of the waste. The problem with this is I have a saw, I have a blade, but I can’t get it to fit or get the tension set. I will be myself the excuse that I’ve never used one and so I’ve never seen anyone change a blade... |
| 215 days ago |
Hand tool projects - 4 replies If you were limited to just hand tools and were starting out using hand tools, what project(s) would you start with and why? Thanks for your ideas. |
| 216 days ago |
Bridge City tools - 7 replies Do any of you have Bridge City tools? I was looking at this: http://www.bridgecitytools.com/pages_framework/frameset_stage.asp?primary=0&secondary=3&tertiary=-1 Multi tool in one kind of plane. Was not sure what people would think about it. Is it quality or one tool trying to do to many things. Would like your thoughts. Thanks |
| 218 days ago |
going neanderthal is not so bad - 11 replies I’m still not to safe to be in the machine part of my shop – I twiddle a little, but not much. However, I’ve managed to set up a small hand tool shop in my spare bedroom. So I have my bench, chisels, planes, sharpening stones, rasps, saws, scraper, rulers, marker gauges and of course it’s full of imagination and enthusias... |
| 222 days ago |
where did the front go? - 9 replies Not just our tax dollars at work. This is fun to watch. Reminds me of who’s on first. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcU4t6zRAKg |
| 224 days ago |
Turning class - 4 replies Well I’m going to take a second stab at attending this school this coming weekend, March 1. http://www.homesteadheritage-woodworking.com/ It’s a very good school that teaches a variety of skills, not just woodworking. The last time I took a class it was the hand tool class and I felt less than welcome. This class is with a differe... |
| 230 days ago |
Not even near 100%, but trying to get at least a foot into the stirup - 11 replies Everyday is getting a little better. I have appreciated the words of encouragement that I’ve received from my friends on the forum. It is nice to know that total strangers are praying for you. I’ve managed a little shop time this weekend. It was easy stuff as I already had one of my chairs ready to assemble so I did get that done. (I... |
| 235 days ago |
Dovetail saws - 23 replies I need to get a good dovetail saw for my class I’m taking in May. What saws do you all use? What about this saw/ http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx?c=2&p=57113&cat=1,42884,57152 thanks all. |
| 251 days ago |
woodworking schools/vacations - 6 replies Forgivr my typing – medication. Anyway, I was wondering where you all may have taken a vacation to attend a wwing school and what your thoughts are. I’m going to go kelly mahler school in berea Kentcky in end of May. Handtoools class. Can’t wait. So whert you gone? |
| 255 days ago |
Texas LJ picnic --- sorry guys - 20 replies Well some of you have noticed I’ve not been around much the last couple of weeks. Actually, it kind of amazes me the number that have noticed. Anyway, I’ve been ill and continue to have medical issues. Unfortunately, my issues are going to make it impossible for me to host the picnic in February. I’m not going to be completely ... |
| 266 days ago |
Door width on small cabinet - 9 replies I’m going to be making a small cabinet for an aquarium. The main body is only 26 inches wide with a 1” frame around the face. I’m thinking two small doors may look odd. Do you think I should go with one door or two? I want to do the door in a frame and panel style. The other thing to consider is the height of the cabinet ̵... |
| 267 days ago |
Workbench question - 27 replies I currently have this workbench from Woodcraft. http://woodcraft.com/family.aspx?familyid=5961&productid=147168 It’s the cheapo one. It is actually not to bad for assembly work and the vise works ok for small stuff. So long and short it’s actually has served me well doing what I’ve been doing in the past. But now that... |
| 269 days ago |
Gun box commission - 22 replies I’ve been commissioned to make a gun box for a Valentine’s present. (I’m not sure how romantic that is – but there it is.) The box is no problem, I can make a box. In fact, this box will actually be a fake jewlry box with a false bottom to hide the gun so that it does not look like a gun box. My problem will be the ... |
| 271 days ago |
American Woodworker article on Adjustable Box Joint Jig - 7 replies Just now getting back to my pile of unread magazines. I’m looking at the January 2008 American Woodworker page 36. It details making an adjustable box joint jig. I’m curious if anyone has thought about making this? Also, I have some questions for those who are more mechanical than I am. I think the idea of an adjustable fence that... |
| 272 days ago |
Getting back in the saddle - 13 replies Have had some messages asking where I’ve been. I’ve not been on the site much lately. That’s because I have been sick and recuperating. Have not had much energy for much more than going to work (missed some of that to) and coming home to rest. But I’m happy to say, I am feeling much better and plan to be back in the shop ... |
| 277 days ago |
Pet coffins - 1 reply My best friend’s cat is about to go to kitty heaven. After 15-16 years she is understandably distraught. I thought it would be nice to make a nice box for her since she is planning to have the cat buried at a pet cemetery. I checked with the cemetery and there are no guidelines like there are with human burials. Space is the only considera... |
| 289 days ago |
Texas LJ picnic - 15 replies Well guys and gals February 16th is coming up quick – looks a lot closer now that the end of the year is approaching. I’m going to start seriously planning the get together and getting things lined up. I’d appreciate getting an idea of how many may be coming and get some ideas on what you would like to do as far as a “... |
| 289 days ago |
Magnetized tools - 6 replies Ok so I was sitting reading last night a book “Hand Tool Essentials” by Popular Woodworking that I got for Christmas. (I know, I didn’t wait for Christmas morning – but I figure I’ll still be reading it then so its ok.) Anyway – I’m leafing through and find the project by Chris Schwartz on the Arts an... |
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