What is this: Christmas in August? Well it seems that Im getting orders for my Christmas Reindeer and Sleigh Wood plans and I mean Im getting alot of orders. Im not sure what it is? Well it maybe its the 33% Off SALE.
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I managed to hit an estate sale last Friday and picked up a handful of tools. Someone in the family was a hobbyist woodworker - the largest piece of equipment was an older Shopsmith with a full compliment of accessories (bandsaw, etc) - there was also a European bench that was already long gone when I hit the sale (probably a good thing as I wouldnt have room for it anyway and they tend to be very pricey).
Most of the prices were reasonable to high (as usual) - I passed on a later model Disston handsaw at $10 and a few other tools, but did manage to pick up a set of Footprint cabinet maker screwdrivers - these are the flat haft type with oblate handles in beech. I also found a #15 SnapOn Phillips driver, a "Sears" marked grinding wheel dresser (appears unused), a rosewood handled putty knife (partial to those) and a Sargent hole punch (second of this type Ive found). Most items were in the $1-2 range with $25 on the screwdriver set. Nothing real special here but all good user tools.
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Footprint Bench Screwdriver Set
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Made in England
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Snap-on SSDP102
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Sears Grinding Wheel Dresser
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Super Hyde Putty Knife
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Sargent Hole Punch
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Not too bad for a brief stop. In particular Ive been thinking about a set of cabinet drivers so those are very welcome.
Every year the GWA attends and displays at "The Woodworking Shows" and this year was no exception. For 2013 the show moved to the Gwinnett Center in Duluth, Georgia (formerly it was at the North Atlanta Trade Center). Im not quite sure why but there seemed to be a heightened sense of excitement this year. I also got to attend a seminar by Paul Sellers (someone who Ive found quite interesting online - hes just as gracious and charming in person as he is in his popular videos).
The GWA booth was near the center of the large room down the main entrance. We had many items on display and also had stations for lathe and scroll saw work with volunteers in attendance. For the first time Ricky Alexander and some others set up notebook computers and demonstrated the work the SketchUp SIG has been getting into. Weve found that doing these shows is a great way to meet new people, discuss new methods and garner potential members. Here are the photos I took at the show.
GWA Member Ted Baldwin doing a demonstration at the Woodworkers Guild Booth...
Ted Baldwin at the Woodworkers Guild Booth
Some of Ted Baldwins Work
In the main lobby area was this table for the "Show Off Showcase" - not many entries this year...
New signage at the GWA booth this year - normally were against the wall so this year we chose to do tall vertical banners...
Hans Meier at a scroll saw station...
Gerry Jones at a lathe....
A shot of one of the new banners...
Mickey Hudspeth demonstrates his skill at chip carving...
Steve Carmichaels fantastic "Kiss" weathervane...
Some puzzles by Karl Taylor...
Some of George Norths segmentation work if Im not mistaken...
Ricky Alexander doing magic in SketchUp...
GWA founder Ron Brown had his own booth this year...
Some beautiful club-made boxes (Rob Brokaw I believe, featuring a bit of marquetry)...
Some turned items by the Turners SIG...
A whimsical intarsia piece...
I spotted this chair in another booth and had to take a couple of stills...
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Have you finished any DIY woodworking projects before? If youve done it youre aware of the fact that a good construction requires some really good planning. If this is your first try its important to make sure that youve got a plan before you start.
It doesnt have to be difficult to come up with a plan for the project youre considering to start with and the project will much more likely become as you want it to be if you take yourself time to plan everything carefully before you start using your tools.
One easy way to find a good plan for your woodworking project is to look online. The net is full of interesting woodworking plans for DIY projects and you will be amazed by how easy it is to find one that seems to be suitable for you. You will in most cases be able to choose between hundreds, or even thousands of woodworking plans and most of them are really good and easy to follow.
When youve decided what plan you would like to use its time to take a closer look at it. You might need to search a little on the net in order to learn more about woodworking before youre ready to start. Its important that you have some knowledge on the topic before you start building something yourself, its more difficult than you might think and its easy to get hurt unless youre careful.
If youve read plenty about DIY woodworking projects on the net but would like to get some answers to things that you think is difficult to understand its wise to register for a member account on a forum regarding woodworking. You will soon discover that there are several forums to choose between and other members will be able to help you get an answer to every question you might have.
The most important thing when youre into woodworking is the safety. You always need to be aware of the fact that you can get hurt if youre not careful. This is important to keep in mind even if youve completed many woodworking projects before. Its actually easier for experienced constructors to get hurt since they are usually more careless than beginners.
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When I built the Federal-style desk that featured in Peter Gedrys article "Antique Finish that Holds Nothing Back" I knew that it would not just sit in a room looking pretty but be used everyday by my wife in her home office. On her previous desk the slide-out tray featured a padded wrist support in front of the keyboard. The purpose was to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome developing in the wrists, a painful malady that can only be healed through surgery. I was determined to add such a support to the new desk but I wanted it to be as unobtrusive as possible. This is how I built it:
1) Take measurements of the existing pad or the keyboard and construct a wooden core. Round over the top corners, and cut 1/8-in. deep rabbets on the the underside.
2) Wrap two layers of closed-cell foam around the core and staple them inside each rabbet. Sources of foam include packing materials or you can buy sill seal used in home building.
3) Cover the foam in either leather, if youre feeling extravagant, or in my case leather-look vinyl. Either can be bought at fabric shops.
4) Fold over the vinyl at each end, cut away surplus fabric, and staple the ends down.
5) Screw on end caps with recessed screw holes and plug the holes.
6) Dye the plugs to match the end caps. I used a non-grain raising dye but even a permanent marker would work.
7) Attach the pad using screws from the underside of the tray. Start typing.
Michael Thompsons wooden bike has no chain but uses a series of gears to transmit energy from the pedals to the rear wheel. Photo: Courtesy splinterbike And now folks, a first in the annals of personal transportation and an inspiration to mechanically minded woodworkers everywhere. British woodworker Michael Thompson has constructed the first of its kind, all wooden bicycle. Weighing in at 71 pounds, the ingenious two-wheeler is made primarily of birch plywood. Thompson used lignum vitae for the bearings and bushings and a bit old broomstick for part of the handlebar assembly. There is no metal or rubber in it, and no playing cards in the spokes, either. Thompson built the bicycle to satisfy a bet with a friend, but the pair are seriously hoping to set a speed record (for wooden bikes) once the cycle is up and running. Will it be fair to say the cycle is "lumbering" up the track? Thompson said it took about 1,000 hours to design and build the bike. For more photos and a video, check out the splinter bike web page. posted in: blogs document.write();document.write(); FineWoodworking.com editors report from the woodworking front lines. Check in every weekday for news, information, projects, and answers to questions from Fine Woodworking readers everywhere. Learn about our new format! Archive: Temporarily unavailable. Stay tuned and sorry for the inconvenience.
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Photo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXEReADq5Os&feature=related Recently Kara Angotti of KO Angotti, a woman-owned interior design and energy audit firm located in Philadelphia, ventured out of the city to visit my wood shop, Superior Woodcraft in Bucks County, PA. To share the information with her design community Kara wrote a blog post and created a YouTube video. Now it’s not every day that I have an interior designer/energy auditor/blogger come for a visit; so this had me thinking about how Kara’s social media work is completely integrated into her interior design and energy audit business. I sought to learn more about the ways in which Kara balances her actual work with her social media marketing endeavors, and heres what I learned: PK: Kara, why did you start to create social media for your business? KO: Social media marketing is a low monetary cost high impact way to reach an interested audience,which is very useful when you’re not exactly a Fortune 500 company. Do you have specialized training in this area? No, I have no specialized training, but we leverage experienced consultants for effective marketing techniques. Social media marketing is still fairly underdeveloped and is rapidly evolving; therefore it’s difficult as a business owner to maintain focus on your core service while remaining current with the latest social media marketing methods. I suggest finding a young eager marketing professional to help guide you. I like what you said about underdeveloped and rapidly evolving. To me this means you can experiment and see what works. You don’t have to spend a lot of time worrying about making mistakes. Everyone is learning about what works in social media. Is it difficult to create a blog and videos? It’s fairly easy to get started with a blog thanks to the many available platforms (Wordpress, Blogger, etc.) and templates that exist. Videos are a bit more challenging since they require filming equipment and editing software. I recommend beginning with a blog and establishing it as the focal point of your online social media marketing campaign. Become comfortable blogging and expand from that point. How has it helped your actual interior design and energy audit business? Social media marketing has given us a promotional outlet that in years passed could have only been achieved through large scale and costly advertising campaigns. It’s also provided a branding opportunity, showcase for our designs, and platform to communicate developments in the auditing industry. What benefits could a small woodworking shop gain from creating a virtual community or social media content? Few media outlets offer a woodworker the opportunity to broadly display their craft. A blog would give your clients the chance to observe your progress and review your portfolio. What small piece of advice do you have for a woodworker who is thinking about creating a blog or shooting videos? I recommend beginning with a blog because of the low cost of entry. Bear in mind that consistency and the quality of your content is imperative to maintain a successful and respected blow. Thanks to all of our readers for dropping in on the conversation between CustomMade.com member Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft, Inc. and Kara Angotti of KO Angotti. Are you using social media for your business? What results have you witnessed?
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A week or so ago I was chatting with a new SketchUp user. He was asking if he could control the perspective in his views of his model. As it turns out there is a lot of freedom to control the SketchUps camera. In the Camera menu you can choose from Parallel Projection, Perspective or Two-Point Perspective.
Typically the default camera setting is Perspective. As you can see in the image above, the horizontal lines, although parallel in reality, appear to converge toward vanishingpoints on the horizon. Things at greated distance will appear smaller. Although it doesnt show in this view, the vertical lines also converge toward a third vanishing point. If the cameras point of view is from above the horizon the vanishing point will be below the horizon. this can make the model look smaller at the bototm than at the top. This image was created with the camera set to 28mm focal length to bring both vanishing points within the drawing window.
The default setting for the camera in Perspective view is 35°. The perspective effect from the converging lines is fairly obvious here. You can even see that the vertical lines appear to converge.
With the camera set to 28mm, the perspective effect is quite strong.
At 85mm, the perspective effect is subdued but its still there. This is actually a pretty nice view for furniture pieces.
A focal length setting of 200mm compresses distance and lines dont appear to converge at all.
To addjust the angle of view of the lens in Perspective mode, you can either go through the Camera menu and choose Field of View or you can click on the Zoom tool. Then just type the value you want. You can type either a focal length or the angle of view in degrees. If the label in the Measurements box shows "Field of View" and "deg." and you want focal length in millimeters, enter the units, i.e. 85mm and hit Enter. The label with change to "Focal Length" and the value will be shown in millimeters. If you want to go back to Field of View, add "deg" after the value.
You can also choose Two-Point Perspective which will cause the vertical lines to be drawn parallel to each other. After selecting Two-Point Perspective from the Camera menu the cursor will change to the Pan tool (white hand). You may find you need to pan the camera up or down to see the entire model. Note that if you select the Orbit tool the camera will go back to normal Perspective.
Finally, the Parallel Projection mode results in lines drawn so they dont converge at all. this is also referred to as Isometric Projection. There is no reduction in size as distance from the viewer increases. This view is a common "3D" view created by 2D technical drawing methods. There is sometimes value in this sort of drawing especially if you need to be able to scale parts off of the drawing. On the other hand, it can be a bit jarring for those who arent used to looking at this type of drawing. If you are making images for a client to look at, you may find they have a better time reading perspective views instead of Parallel Projection. In any case, you have your choice.
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The marquetry adorning the top of this 18th century table is beautiful, but after over 200 years, its colors have faded significantly.
J. Paul Getty Museum
With the turn of a key, the top and writing surface extend in opposing directions.
J. Paul Getty Museum
A dizzying array of mechanics make this table an engineering marvel.
J. Paul Getty Museum
The drawer beneath the silk-covered writing surface features no pull. Instead, the user must depress a hidden lever beneath it.
J. Paul Getty Museum
Need more storage? A full length drawer opens out from the right side. Of course, it features a beautiful mortised lock set.
J. Paul Getty Museum
The marquetry adorning the top of this 18th century table is beautiful, but after over 200 years, its colors have faded significantly.
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Nowadays, any enterprising woodworker with a bit of engineering know-how can easily purchase any number of manufactured gears, cams, and ratcheting mechanisms for use in extraordinary pieces of furniture. But back in the 18th century, when this exquisite table was built by a French craftsman, there certainly werent any Woodcraft, Rockler, or McMaster retail stores from which to purchase these sorts of mechanical items, and thats what makes this little table such a marvel of engineering.
Jean-Francois Aubin had privacy in mind when he built this small table for a female French aristocrat. Its chock-full of incredible mechanics thatll make your head spin.
With the turn of a key, the top and writing surface extend in opposing directions, revealing a silk-covered writing surface as well as two hidden wells for the storage of writing paper and other supplies. A small drawer centered beneath the writing surface has no pull with which to open it. Instead, the user depresses a small lever hidden beneath. For even more storage, Aubin incorporated a full length side drawer with a mortised lock set.
Marquetry Worn by Time Interestingly, the colors of the marquetry on this particular table are rather muted--a result of the ravages of time. In much the same way that were not accustomed to seeing the original colors adorning the old ruins of Rome, the artists rendering of what this tables beautifully-adorned top would have looked like some 250 yeears ago is simply stunning.
More on marquetry: be sure to catch our audio slideshow on the construction of a reproduction masterpiece.
Secrets Unfold The J. Paul Getty Museums animation of the inner secrets of this little table is stunning as well, and well worth watching. Its sure to inspire just about anyone who has ever built anything at all!
posted in: blogs, period furniture, french furniture, mechanics Add Comment Print Back to List Comments (12) Ronaldo9 writes: I would expect FWW to do a bit more research, the correct spelling is Jean-François Oeben. He was one of the greatest ébénistes of the XVIII and was also the master of Jean-Henri Riesener (many consider the latest to be the greatest). Their work sure deserve a whole article each. There is one book on Oebens life: http://www.amazon.com/Jean-Fran%C3%A7ois-Oeben-Rosemarie-Stratmann-Dohler/dp/2859173544/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpt_1
Posted: 4:12 am on June 26th philtomlinson writes: FWW should really get out to see Robert Yarger of the Stickman Box Company.
He is a puzzle-box maker extraordinaire.
You can see some samples of his work, including his amazing Pirates Cipher Puzzlechest by going here:
http://www.lhup.edu/jstrayer/charles.htm
Seriously, theres a cover story here. Posted: 5:32 pm on June 25th dixiehighway writes: @geoffm The Amish make a round table that remains round when extended.It is amazing. The pie-shaped pieces unfold, and the table slides out to accept them. Posted: 12:26 pm on June 25th dansanc writes: I take my hat off for Jean-Francois Aubin. What a wonderful piece!!! Are plans available? Posted: 11:38 am on June 25th Norman49 writes: Superbe table. Maitre Aubin certainly was a master artisan. Id love to get a set of plans replicating this table or similar 18c pieces.
Posted: 10:32 am on June 25th Praath writes: I forgot something; Here is the link to the extending round table that I found on the internet about a year ago. Is this the table that was to be seen at Harrods? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWJdal0SYoc Theo
Posted: 6:49 am on June 25th Praath writes: Is this the extending round table you saw at harrods? I think its a marvel Posted: 6:46 am on June 25th PaulC123 writes: I must be being a bit thick (not unusual) where is the link to the animation?
Thanks Posted: 5:32 am on June 25th geoffm writes: ... and speaking of stunning craftsmanship, I am reminded of the Jupe Table, which I saw in Harrods, London. This is a round extending table, which remains round when extended ! Maybe FWW can find some info on this marvellous piece ?
Posted: 3:49 am on June 25th DarrenOates writes: Wow, what an amazing piece. Cant imagine how much this piece must have cost in its day. Agree, amazing craftsmanship. Posted: 3:17 am on June 25th Muscleguy writes: That looks like a clockwork motor doing the work of moving the top and writing surface, activated by the key. You can see the ratchet winding set on the front. Nice and a good use of then available tech. Probably more robust than our modern tendency to use electric motors as well. Posted: 3:12 am on June 25th Rustysea writes: Stunning design stunning craftsmanship - pretty stunning video too - and all done with hand tools. Posted: 2:40 am on June 25th You must be logged in to post comments. Click here to login. Subscribe to RSS Feed
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Nowadays, any enterprising woodworker with a bit of engineering know-how can easily purchase any number of manufactured gears, cams, and ratcheting mechanisms for use in extraordinary pieces of furniture. But back in the 18th century, when this exquisite table was built by a French craftsman, there certainly werent any Woodcraft, Rockler, or McMaster retail stores from which to purchase these sorts of mechanical items, and thats what makes this little table such a marvel of engineering./ABS/Auto%20Blog%20Samurai/data/WoodWorking%20Plans%20And%20Furniture%20Plans/fine/louisdrawer.jpg)
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Ronaldo9 writes: I would expect FWW to do a bit more research, the correct spelling is Jean-François Oeben. He was one of the greatest ébénistes of the XVIII and was also the master of Jean-Henri Riesener (many consider the latest to be the greatest). Their work sure deserve a whole article each.
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