http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//index.cfm?forumid=1 FuseTalk Basic Edition http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2293 2010-08-23T19:27:44 -06.00 maryevans 2
I am so excited to have joined this site. Not just because I'm a woman but because I love woodworking and this forum looks like it will really help me become the expert I have always wanted to be. I have recently retired and I have a lot more time on my hands to finally complete my woodworking ideas. I hope we can all benefit from each other's past experience. Well, that's all for now. Sorry for the long message. I'll be perusing the forums for days now, ;D]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2292 2010-07-27T17:00:03 -06.00 akoller 2

I have been into art and design all my life, but have never done any woodworking. I got laid off from my job as a graphic designer, and have been putting a lot of thought into furniture making. I really miss working with my hands and I love the idea of functional art/design.

My husband and I want to travel and were thinking of spending a year in Japan. I have been looking into woodworking schools or at least classes I can take while I am there so as to still be working toward a career path for myself when we return to the States. I know I should start small and take some classes here, but if we are going to travel we have to go when my husband can get away from work and that is very soon. I can't seem to find a class in my area that coincides with the dates I would be able to do it.

So my question is, as a person completely new to this, is it crazy to try to learn woodworking in Japan?]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2291 2010-07-23T15:10:23 -06.00 kipissippi 3
I saw a fantastic "flying" Pterodactyl while on vacation in Oregon. The wings moved with the wind. I have a horse farm www.ppranch.net , and want to make something similar.. a flying horse..but have no clue how to start. I can't even think of what to call it to google it. I've tried "wind birds" but that's just little crafty stuff that spins.

Anyone know what they're called or how I can get basic directions on how they work?

Thanks for any advice,

Kip

]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2290 2010-07-17T10:57:33 -06.00 cjung 2 Hi
I'm new here and hope to get some advice on a persistent problem of mine. I'm moderately handy and have done various small (band saw to cut out sculpture armatures) and medium sized projects (I've constructed a timber retaining wall, timber raised beds, and worked with the local Habitat for Humanity with framing, insulating, sheathing, running wire, siding).

I can swing a hammer but I have lousy luck with putting in self-drilling screws such as deck screws or drywall screws. When I try to put in a self-drilling screw, my driver always cams out/chatters and I strip the screw head. If I'm lucky I'll at least get the head flush with the wood before stripping the screw. I've gone out to just practice with scrap wood and I can't figure out what I'm doing wrong. I've tried changing my drill's torque settings from high to low, varied my speed, put my weight onto it but it doesn't make any difference. I can drill holes of any size with no problem and I can use a drill to put screws into pre-drilled holes but I have yet to screw in a self-drilling screw without at least some cam-out/chattering

Our big project for this summer/fall is to convert our uninsulated attached garage into an insulated workshop/studio. It seems about every time I need to use self-drilling screws, I get frustrated and grab a hammer and nails or I end up having to ask my DH to do it. My DH often has to work long hours at his job and I was laid-off last year. I have the time, energy and interest, and, gosh darn it, I should be able to do this! On HFH jobs, I've seen guys slap in deck screws quickly with seemingly no effort. What's the magic behind that? Is it a matter of strength?

I'm developing a defeatist attitude about deck screws which is kind of pathetic. Help!

Chris in the very warm but still lovely Finger Lakes region
]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2289 2010-07-12T19:59:38 -06.00 Maylinda 3
I want to know how to make a solid wood door

Im sure there is some clever joinery to make them look like a solid piece. Anyone knows a tutorial on how these are made?
The MM its suitable of doing this work for sure, I know it takes a lot of time, but these doors, when done nicely can fetch $1000's

I want to learn, can you guys teach me?

Thanks! ]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2288 2010-07-12T16:48:57 -06.00 mbowdish 1 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2287 2010-06-22T12:51:18 -06.00 SusanT 3 What is my problem???? I am new to working with wood, working with tools, etc. My first project is a big one - building a fence. I have learned a lot in the process, but one thing I have not been able to figure out (despite surfing the Net for an answer) is why I have such a hard time performing simple cross cuts using hand saws. Yes, I have purchased all kinds of power tools for my fence project, but oftentimes I want to pull out a hand saw and make a simple cut. It's faster, quieter, sometimes more enjoyable, etc. I have three nice saws: a Japanese ryoba saw (cuts on the pull stroke, unlike Western saws that cut on the push stroke), a 15-inch 9 ppi Stanley Fat Max, and a 9-inch 16 ppi Lie-Nielsen crosscut saw. Of the three, the only one I can use at all on my soft cedar fence components is the crosscut side of the ryoba saw. I have fallen in love with that saw. But I'd like to use the other two as well. I thought I had no technique whatsoever, until I happened to saw in half the hard wood handle of an old hoe using the Fat Max, and guess what? It cut through that wood like butter! But try to use it (or the Lie-Nielsen) on cedar and it binds so badly, I can't use it at all. So my question is this: From my experiences, can I now assume that certain types of hand saws are not appropriate for use on soft woods? If so, what other types of saws besides my ryoba can I use on soft woods? (By the way, the ryoba is now pretty dull because I've used it so much.)]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2286 2010-06-21T07:41:26 -06.00 Janet24 3 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2285 2010-06-12T16:50:45 -06.00 JillAnita 9 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2284 2010-06-01T13:17:36 -06.00 JillAnita 3 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2283 2010-05-25T17:47:01 -06.00 handi 2
I have been shooting, producing and posting a number of "Skill Building" videos on my website. Currently, the series is adressing template routing.

These videos are free for you to view on my website, I hope thay are helpful and please feel free to give me feedback.

Skill Building

Ralph]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2281 2010-04-22T13:07:40 -06.00 tbagjohn 1
Although I am getting good traffic flow on my website, www.routertemplate.net , I am not selling much. I was hoping some of you could take the time to visit the site and give an honest & blunt critique of it - the templates available, the Custom Template section, the costs, etc. I would really appreciate it.

I am not looking to solicit my site to you, but could really use your help. Thanks,


John ]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2280 2010-04-17T15:09:10 -06.00 Torcuato 2 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2279 2010-04-08T08:03:21 -06.00 jilofalltrades 1 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2278 2010-04-05T11:20:50 -06.00 Michelle 5 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2277 2010-04-04T08:01:14 -06.00 Michelle 5 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2276 2010-03-19T11:35:25 -06.00 newoodwork 4
I recently came across a book "Woodworking4home." This book looks really interesting and great for someone
woodworking. Does anyone have any opinions on this book or own it?]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2275 2010-03-11T23:29:02 -06.00 Maylinda 4
What i want to do is make fenders with a curve on the inside( tire side) as well as the out side (top) of the fender. In my mind i want to get my blank all cut and squared up. From there i will do the cove for the under side of the fender on my table saw, set it in my steamer and then bend to my form. From there its as simple as routing the outer(top) side of the fender on my router table.... I can easily make flat fenders but i would really like for the compound curve ones to work out on the first shot.

Can you share some thoughts or opinions ?]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2274 2010-03-10T11:11:40 -06.00 sknapp 5
I've poked through this website and looked at some postings on safety and wood toxicity, and done a google search as well on pyrography safety. I'm wondering if anyone has any resources they could point me toward with specific information on working safety?

For instance, I know I need a mask to work with, but I went to the hardware store and was overwhelmed by the choices -- I'm not really sure which one I need and how much I need to spend. And I know that I need to keep sanding dust out of my house and away from my child, but is the dust dangerous at small levels? (I sanded this first project by hand and with a dremel.)

If anyone could direct me toward a place to find answers like that, I'd be so grateful. I loved the project I just did, but I'm so bummed to read how dangerous woodburning/woodworking can be without a well-ventilated shop. I want to continue, but I must keep my baby (and myself) safe.

Thank you so much! It's so fantastic that this resource exists.

- Sarah]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2273 2010-03-06T08:17:44 -06.00 LizW 8
Has anyone used a mobile base with a table saw? Is it a safe option? I could build a ramp to move the table saw outside, but I'm reluctant to do that unless it's safe to use it on a mobile base.]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2272 2010-03-02T02:30:10 -06.00 Sawingrrl 3
I make small boxes--meaning everything from 1x2" and to 8x10's. For the smaller boxes, I've searched waay too long to try to find some nicer small size solid brass hinges.

Most of the ones in "popular" places [Lee Valley/Woodcraft/HD/Lowes....] seem to be too big, too mass-produced looking, too cheesy. Unfortunately, I can't find enough sets from other cannabalized items.

So, could someone let me in on their secret supplier or maker? Doesn't have to be Stradivarius--just not terribly run-of-the-mill.

Thank you!]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2271 2010-02-25T10:50:15 -06.00 speclt 7
I just completed a new workbench for my shop and I'm looking for suggestions on finishing it off and placement of dowel pin holes.

First let me tell you a little about the bench and what I intend to use it for.

The bench was constructed from some very hard and dense #2 Southern Pine. I cut down 2x6x10' lumber into 1½ x 2½ strips. I glued up 3 strips at a time and hand planed both sides. I then glued the section into 2 larger section and finally glued the 2 section together. I finish planed both sides of the table ending up with a 2 ¼ thick top. The pedestal legs were constructed from 3 pieces of 2x6 lumber, then cut down and planed to 4" square. The pedestal feet were constructed from 2x6 lumber and cut a planed to 4" thick by 5" high. The bench weights a ton which is one of the items I was looking for in the finished product. The table top finished out at 32" x 90".

I plan to use the table for planning and fit up furniture project that I intended to build. So I'm looking for suggestions on where to place the dowel pins holes in the top and how to finish the top so that the table can be replaned if needed. I was thinking of finishing the top with Linseed or Teak oil and several coats of wax.

Leeanne
]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2270 2010-02-10T13:38:56 -06.00 Gander 1

Thanks in advance.

KG]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2269 2009-12-29T20:33:50 -06.00 barbsid 3 ]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2268 2009-12-20T12:29:30 -06.00 Keepsa 2 Thanks in advance]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2267 2009-11-27T10:14:17 -06.00 Lazidaisy 2 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2263 2009-11-12T01:31:09 -06.00 amazingjanice 5
Toolstoday has created a coupon called Free Ear Plugs, which is a coupon for Free Industrial Silicone Ear Plugs Timberline #SE-001 Unit Pack: Poly bag with header card 5 pairs per bag!:

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The coupon code is: freeplugs

Click 'Add to Cart' and enter 'freeplugs' as the coupon code on the shopping cart page.

Have a good one,

Janice
]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2262 2009-10-26T18:01:18 -06.00 wldflwr 2 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2252 2009-10-17T23:31:22 -06.00 TorontoHoward 1
http://michaelcullendesign.com/

Enjoy!

Howard
]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2251 2009-09-28T23:03:10 -06.00 speclt 3 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2250 2009-09-28T12:34:19 -06.00 DISLYN 8 > I am new to woodburning. I am also disabled and live on low income.
> Why cant I find patterns for wooden spoons? That's all I see is the
> celtic design. I want to try and make some for Christmas presents.
> Can you help me find some that I wouldn't have to pay for? Any help
> would really be appreciated. Plus I have a brother with cancer, he loves the pictures of cigar boxes. Are these too hard for beginners?
> Thank you for your time,
> Linda
>
> slolis@aol.com=
]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2249 2009-09-26T12:12:07 -06.00 speclt 5
]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2248 2009-09-25T11:05:12 -06.00 cdwelch 1

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) Department of Art invites applicants for the position of Furniture Design Technician (Req. # 750) with a start date no later than November 16, 2009. This is a 12 month, annually renewable, non-classified staff position with excellent benefits. Continuation will be based upon satisfactory performance.

Responsibilities: Be responsible for the maintenance, organization and upgrade of woodworking machines and metal working equipment in a 17,000 sq. ft. furniture design, metal fabrication and metalsmithing facility. Provide a presence in the design studios to minimize health and safety risks. Assist the Furniture Design faculty with equipment and material inventories. Assist the Furniture Design faculty with special teaching and demonstration needs. Provide limited technical assistance for faculty in other disciplines. Participate in ongoing professional creative activities.

Qualifications: A completed BFA in Furniture Design and/or woodworking or equivalent professional experience. Experience working with students in a supervisory capacity. Knowledge to maintain woodworking machines and tools is required.

To apply: Submit a letter of interest, resume, two references with email addresses and phone numbers, unofficial transcript showing the completion of the BFA degree or a written explanation of equivalent experience with a CD of 6 to 10 images of personal woodworking accomplishments to: Win Bruhl, Chairman, Department of Art, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2801 South University Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72204-1099. For more information visit: www.ualr.edu or http://ualr.edu/art/, or contact Win Bruhl, Chairman, Department of Art, (501) 569-3182, wgbruhl@ualr.edu. Electronic submissions preferred to: wgbruhl@ualr.edu , referencing Req. # 750 in the subject line. Review of complete application material will begin upon receipt.

The application deadline is October 17, 2009.

UALR is subject to EEO/AA/FOI laws. Persons hired must provide proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2247 2009-09-09T06:19:14 -06.00 Kasey 4 I'm a new member all the way from Down Under - Australia!!
I'm making a garden stool/bench for my daughter's garden and wonder how I should treat the wood as it will be standing out in all sorts of weather?
I'm thinking of using turpentine - don't know if you have this wood in US - it is a darkish wood with a rose hue.]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2246 2009-08-22T12:57:07 -06.00 treegirl 3
I am a beginner woodworker. I just recently bought a hand made platform bed (queen sized) for my daughter. It is very sturdy, but the wood and finish is not of great quality. I thought that I might be able to improve the appearance by adding a veneer layer, with some nice edge moulding to add the finishing touches. HOWEVER, I don't have any real experience, nor tools.
I only paid $120 for the bed, but would like to keep the cost of the additional work under $200 or so.

Do you think this is possible? I attached a pic to show that is is a very simple, uncomplicated bed design.

]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2245 2009-08-21T12:13:55 -06.00 barbsid 4 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2244 2009-08-17T17:58:21 -06.00 toolemera 2
I've recently started a new website, Hand Tool Makers, devoted to.... makers of hand tools.

It's a directory of people or companies who make hand tools for any sort of craft or trade. Listings are by self referral or by recommendation.

For now, I'm just developing the commercial part. No sales through the site, just listings of people who make hand tools for sale. In time there'll be sections for people who make tools for their own use as well as section on historical hand tools.

So if you are a maker of tools, or would like to recommend someone (or a company) please stop in at the site to see what is what and drop me a line.

Hand Tool Makers

Thanks and take care
Gary Roberts]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2243 2009-08-04T08:47:37 -06.00 dwerden 4
The gallery allows for a description of the project with lots of room to tell how you decided to build it, what you used, how it all went, etc./whatever. You can include up to 3 photos of the project.

Now's your chance to brag a bit!

www.rockler.com/CustomerGalleryUpload.cfm

If you have any trouble, please shoot me an email:

dwerden (circle-a) rockler.com

I'm looking forward to seeing your creations! Thanks.]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2242 2009-07-30T11:25:07 -06.00 nanakittie 1 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2240 2009-07-27T19:14:11 -06.00 handi 1


Bench Cookies perform the function of a non-skid routing pad, but also lift the board off the work surface. This is especially useful for bearing guided bits or template work.

They work surprisingly well. You can watch the video on my website: Bench Cookies

Ralph]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2239 2009-07-26T19:18:45 -06.00 AnitaDesigns 2
I seem to be having a boat load of trouble getting my bench plane irons square. I am using the Veritas grinding table/jig with a slow speed grinder. I have several plane irons that are all very close to square but one corner always seems to be higher than the rest of the iron or I get a hollow in the middle, with both corners high. And when I try to work that corner down I end up burning it. Does any one have any suggestions or tricks to getting the iron square?]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2238 2009-07-25T00:01:53 -06.00 NakedTree 7 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2237 2009-07-19T21:19:17 -06.00 handi 1
I have been fortunate enough to be able to test and review Micro Jig's new "Zero Play" miter bars.




The review and a link to Micro Jig's video of the "Zero Play" is available free on my website: Review

Enjoy,

Ralph]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2236 2009-07-19T12:54:20 -06.00 toolemera 2
I love woodworking as both a craft and a tradition. Same goes for books and ephemera on the same subject. Making knowledge of the history of crafts available is pretty much what I do now... in fact more of that than of actual hands on woodworking (a matter of just so many hours in the day). To that end, I've joined this forum to listen in on what transpires and to learn from the same.

I'ld also like to make available to forum membership the material on my websites, which by and large are devoted to the books and ephemera of early trades and crafts. With the exception of a new online shop, everything else is free for public access.

There is my primary site : The Toolemera Press
There is my blog: Toolemera Blog
There is a new site: Hand Tool Makers
and there is my shop, which, being commercial, I won't list here.

In my 'book', when it comes to woodworking and crafts, the more the merrier.

There are a great many woodworking forums out there, some worthwhile, some worth forgetting and some worth avoiding. This one looks to be off to an auspicious start. Best of luck.

Gary Roberts]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2235 2009-06-29T22:09:49 -06.00 handi 1
I spent some time this weekend posting many of my woodworking articles on my website. You can download the PDF's free!

If anyone has or does build from my plans, I would love to see pictures, and hope to post a gallery of them if folks send them along.

Enjoy

Ralph]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2234 2009-06-27T10:57:26 -06.00 Torcuato 1 I would like to learn about the materials, what exactly this or that material is used for? why can not mix this material with this one ? all the basic information. Books? Links? etc.
Marquetry?can I just make things using a utility knife and a good temple ? any information about this?. I never saw anybody working on this , so Im curios.
THANKS in advance for any help, I don't want to go to any school for this but experiment by myself, I have my little space where I can build my own things if needed. BTW I live in Houston,Tx.]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2233 2009-05-30T23:19:57 -06.00 David 1 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2232 2009-05-19T23:22:51 -06.00 barbsid 2 http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2230 2009-05-09T17:59:09 -06.00 handi 1


Please feel free to check it out, it is free on my site: Flip Stop

Ralph]]> http://www.womeninwoodworking.com/forum//messageview.cfm?catid=3&threadid=2229 2009-05-09T17:55:29 -06.00 handi 1
If, like me, you have not yet bought an aftermarket miter gauge for your table saw, I have posted plans for building one.



These plans feature a fence that can be moved side to side, how to tune your Delta stock gauge, and even how to add Rockler's t-track Flip Stop.

They are free for you to download: Miter Gauge Fence

Hope this is helpful,

Ralph]]>