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00/00/0000, 00:00 | DMWA Club NewsDeWalt Recalls Cordless Drills
00/00/0000, 00:00 | WoodworkingONLINE.comIf you own a DeWalt cordless drill/driver, you may want to check the table below. These models are being recalled because of a potential fire hazard. DeWalt wants you to stop using the drill immediately if it’s included in the list below:
| Model Number | Description | Date Codes |
|---|---|---|
| DC920 | Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2” (13mm) 18 Volt Cordless Drill/Driver | 200723 through 200742 |
| DC930 | Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2″ (13mm) 14.4 Volt Cordless Drill/Driver | 200625 through 200746 |
| DC935 | Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2″ (13mm) 14.4 Volt Cordless Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver | 200627 through 200746 |
| DC936 | Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2″ (13mm) 14.4 Volt Cordless Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver | 200635 through 200746 |
| DC940 | Heavy-Duty XRP™ 1/2″ (13mm) 12 Volt Cordless Drill/Driver | 200635 through 200746 |
You can find out all about the recall here on the CPSC web site. You can take your drill to your nearest service center for a free inspection and free repair, if needed. Click here for instructions on DeWalt’s web site.
Lingerie Cabinet Ep08 - Final Finishing
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Furnitology ProductionsBack to our Contemporary Lingerie Cabinet and Webisode08. Here we've disassembled the case, labeled parts, final sanded and final finished to match our Finish Sample from Episode07.
It's a well executed episode that turns sample finiahing into reality.
Enjoy........
Mollino, Wendell Castle and the Rough Cut Forum
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Furnitology ProductionsWhen you are a builder, in our case in wood, each endeavor, demands laser beam focus. A bit of self evaluation has me noticing that I post more when my work is completed and I’m transitioning, a very good trait for a building woodworker. I get notes from the guys over in T-Mac’s Forum telling me to get “chop, chop’in” on Carlo.
Well yesterday, I put Carlo back in focus, along with a Wendell Castle inspired piece. The 2 pieces are in good phase right now, gluing-up on one and sculpting on the other is a nice mix. We’ll see alot of Carlo and peak-in on the Castle piece.
I’ve also taken on the nighttime challenge of being a part in the first that I know of, Furniture: Internet Classroom Blog Build.
Tommy MacDonald (AKA: Chizz, T-Chisel, T-Mac, Big-T) of Rough Cut Fame, with Al and a North Bennett Street School student, Eli Cleveland, have produced an internet woodworking podcast curriculum taking those interested through the building elements of the Federal Period. Yesterday we got our first look at the project, the forum, gives T-Mac a good chiseling and calls it the Crazy Leg table, but I see it as a great marketing tool. Which leg do you prefer?? Would you like satin wood or lace wood in the drawer front??? The bellflowers are an expensive option; would you like to include those????
T-Mac’s design has those building and those watching; making 4 different style legs’ of the Period, bellflower inlay, sand shading edges, making inlay banding, cockbeading and a top decorated with all kinds of inlay elements of the Federal Period. T-Mac’s thinking is that once the forum is exposed to the Federal Period, a Pembroke table, Demilune table and such, could be the next project. The project presentation will be geared towards evening shop time.
For those of you unaware, the Rough Cut forum is what I term, a “building or working forum”, not many posts show after 8am or before 6pm. That may change as the build gets underway. What I like about the forum is nobody tries to dominate knowing everybody on the forum is very knowledgeable and each woodworker has something to offer. After all the tag line is….. “a podcast for the serious woodworker”.
If you are interested in period furniture, or like me believe there is nothing wrong with “Mona Lisa’s Mustache” after all; I have done a Chippendale top in mica and metal and see value in mixing periods, jump into the Rough Cut Forum build or just watch the podcasts. There’s positive energy to feel and it should be interesting to be a part.
As for our blog…….. expect a lot of Carlo, peaks at my Castle inspired piece, an ICFF interview, and a visit into the shop of David Ebner who is presenting at this years Furniture Society Conference. That video is shot, I’m scheduled to shoot another Furniture Society player April 10th.
“less type-type……more chop-chop”………Neil
GO TO: Rough Cut Forum
One file to rule them all - and in the Ebony dust bind them.
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Sauer & Steiner
Over the last 8 days, I have fit the front buns and rear infills of 7 coffin smoothers. Two XSNo.4ss's, three No.4ss's and two A5ss's. Six of these planes have Ebony infills. Needless to say - my hands are disturbingly filthy. The fitting process goes something like this;
1). Waste out the bulk of the infill using saws (thanks again Mike!).
The above shoulder cut that defines the overstuffing still feels “dangerous” - even after 100+ times.
2). With the bulk removed - I turn to files, rasps and chisels to further refine the shape.
3). Once the footprint is close - I add in my 1/2" wide, by 3-3/4" long shoulder rebate plane to get the fit of the shoulder to mate perfectly with the sidewall. There is still some refining of the footprint involved - but at this stage it is a bit of a dance between fitting the footprint and the height of the shoulders of the overstuffing.
The above photo is one of many tests of the fit between the overstuffing and the sidewalls. The thing that makes coffin shaped planes a bit tricky is there is very little wiggle room with regards to the fit. On a parallel sided plane, the infill can be slid in from either end. With a coffin plane on the other hand - it needs to drop down from the top.
Take an A5. The handle is already shaped, the bed angle is established, the slot for the adjuster is cut and the section of wood that connects the top of the handle to the bed is already defined. There is really not much of an allowance to move the infill forward or back before any of these aspects will be fatally compromised. Anyway - it requires all of my wits being present to do this task.
Back on topic. Until now - the rasp and file stage took the longest. I was typically using about 6 different files and rasps for this stage, but it was never quite perfect. One of the issues was finding a tool that would remove material quickly, but do so in a very clean manner. Generally - this is not done with rasps. I love rasps - but the cutting action leaves deep V shaped grooves as opposed to a file which leaves a more level surface. Rasps are great for stock removal - but it is sometimes difficult to accurately gauge the depth of the bottom of the V shaped cut. When fitting infills +/- .003" can be the difference between the perfect fit and disaster. So I turned to files because the surface was more level. The trouble with files - they are much slower and tend to clog up much more quickly - especially when used on exotic woods.
Enter this file made by Toshio Fukazawa.
This was unlike anything I had seen before. The teeth one side were completely unfamiliar. They were not like a rasp or a file... but rather a bit of a blend of the two. They had peaks on them that was rasp like - but they were still flat-ish like a file.
The other side was a little more familiar - like a fairly aggressive single cut file. Another nice feature was both edges were safe - and very well done.
I have had this file for several months now, and when I got it home (it was a gift from a very good friend), there was a rear infill and front bun for a No.4 to fit. I decided to quickly try the unhandled file - just to see what it would do. I was blown away. The toothed side removed wood so fast - I could hardly believe it - but what really got me, was how smooth the surface was. I tried another pass - just to make sure. Same thing - rapid stock removal with a super clean surface. I could hardly contain my excitement. I took of my jacket and kept going. What would have taken 6 rasps and files I was doing with a single tool at twice the speed. Once it was shaped, I flipped over the file and tried the other side. This side was very different. It too cut very quickly, but left an almost polished surface. There was absolutely no clean up after this side. I had both infills fit in record time.
Back to these 7 coffin smoothers. All 7 of them were fit using this single file in conjunction with my Wenzloff saw and small shoulder plane. This process has become much quicker, more accurate and consistent - thanks to this last missing tool being added. The only thing left is to find out where to get a few more of them.
269 More Ideas on Uses for Scraps and Sawdust
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Matt's Basement Workshop PodcastLast Wednesday I shared with you my uses for extra scraps, sawdust and shavings. And just as I had asked, you the listeners came through for me!! Quite a few of you sent in your ideas, so as promised I have this follow up show to share them with everyone.
REMEMBER! If you have any comments, questions, suggestions or you want to enter for some free schwag you can always drop me a line at 231 354-2338
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Hendrik is wrapping up his annual finishing seminar:
Part 3"Antique Restoration Techniques" - May 31st or June 7th.
Also, coming up on June 14th, Hendrik is conducting a seminar based on his book "Starting and Running a Woodworking Business"at his Acton, Ontario Workshop. If you'd like to attend or just get more information about these seminars contact Hendrik at info@passionforwood.com.
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Prototypes - Scallops
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Woodworking Dungeon
I’ve got several long weekends coming up so hopefully I should have some time to play around in the shop.
Cooperstown Lost???
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Skiving OffIf you are wondering what the MASW Joinery II Hall of Fame is, I would direct you to the placard located in the Hall of Fame display. That sign on the Joinery II Hall of Fame provides the following description:
Each year in the Joinery II class, students are paired up and given a special daily challenge. These joints are the results of the BEST of those joints. From year to year each group of two students are given identical joints to those that were cut the year before. The staff of MASW then decides whose joints are better. The best cut joints are signed by each student and then displayed here at the JOINERY II HALL OF FAME.
A little over a year ago I reached for the brass ring, grabbed a firm hold, and then used that as means of swinging through the air and kicking in the gate of the MASW Joinery II Hall of Fame. I stopped short of buying Hall of Fame business cards or putting it on my résumé, but having my hand cut bridled miter joint in the MASW Joinery II Hall of Fame is something I am quite proud of.
(How cool that my Hall of Fame Joint resides just inches away from a hollow vessel turned, gilded, and finished by my "TV Mentor" David Marks with his signature Patina.)It should also be noted that my being in the Hall of Fame became yet another way for my friend Marc Adams to mess with me. For example, back in April when I attended a class during the opening week of the school year, I saw that Marc had decided to direct special attention to my presence in the Hall of Fame. However, the photo below points out what Marc so sadly lamented to me at that time. “Oh wow, Jeff, look at that. There is that nice sign pointing out the fact that you are in the Hall of Fame, but not only does that sign block your name/signature on the joint you cut, but the bottom of the sign got cut off so that almost no one will recognize your name. No one will ever know you are in the Hall of Fame, Mr. Skiver. Gee, that has to be a real bummer to an attention-loving guy like you.”
(Marc seemed to not hear me when I reminded him that he had the keys to the Hall of Fame display and could just move the sign.)
A quick note to Susie, Don, Zane, Doug, Jeff, and anyone else that Marc asks to vote on this year's Joinery II Hall of Fame entries. If you make sure my joint survives this year's challenger, then I will personally provide you with Ice Cream during lunchtime of all of the classes I attend next year.
273 Router Bit of the Month
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Matt's Basement Workshop PodcastIt's the first Friday of a new month and that can mean only one thing here at Matt's Basement Workshop...IT'S TIME FOR ROUTER BIT OF THE MONTH!!!!
Once again the great folks at Whiteside and Woodcraft sent us another router bit to tryout and giveaway. So for all of June ,Woodcraft is featuring Whiteside's Shaker Style Rail and Stile set. A great set of bits that makes quick work of helping you build beautiful Shaker Style doors for whatever project you have coming up.
Unlike other Rail and Stile sets. Whiteside's set is designed to cut grooves that accept a 1/4" plywood panel without the rattling and loose fitting that others leave you with. And considering that it's on sale at Woodcraft for 25% off all month long...it's a deal you shouldn't miss.
REMEMBER! If you have any comments, questions, suggestions or you want to enter for some free schwag drop me a line at mattsbasementworkshop@gmail.com or you can always leave a voicemail at 231 354-2338.
Hendrik is back this month and we're talking about "Why we woodwork". We'd love your feedback on why it is that you woodwork also, so call or write in to the show.
Don't forget too that Hendrik is wrapping up his annual finishing seminar: Part 3"Antique Restoration Techniques" - June 7th. Also, coming up on June 14th, Hendrik is conducting a seminar based on his book "Starting and Running a Woodworking Business"at his Acton, Ontario Workshop. If you'd like to attend or just get more information about these seminars contact Hendrik at info@passionforwood.com.
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Safety Week Schwag Winners
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Matt's Basement Workshop PodcastThe first ever Safety Week has come to a close and here at Matt's Basement Workshop we have some great schwag to giveaway to four of you look listeners of the show.
I was joined by a special guest down in the office who helped to draw the names, so if you didn't win...blame him!!
To learn more about these great products, or to order your own from Woodcraft click on these links. Milescraft Blade Remover & Pushstick Set, ZEM Hearing Protection
, Safe Air Power Mask
.
Congrats again to our winners and thanks for watching!!
Binary Marble Adding Machine
00/00/0000, 00:00 | WoodworkingONLINE.comSometimes there’s nothing better than tinkering in the shop and making something just for the sake of doing it. For me, it’s often making my own wood hinges. For Canadian engineer/woodworker Matthias Wandel, it’s wooden gears, geodesic spheres, and other fanciful, if not always practical contraptions. His most recent creation is a Binary Marble Adding Machine, the latest in a series of “rolling ball sculptures.”
Why build a marble machine? Well, according to Matthias, “My Marble Machines are complicated and ingenious, but utterly useless pieces of toy machinery that automate the process of playing with marbles. With toys like these, mankind is free to pursue more productive ends, while leaving the playing with marbles to his trusty automated machine servants.”
I couldn’t have said it better myself.
トレー/ tray
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Masashi's woodworking diary
１年生の３番目の課題が、このトレーです。
この実習のためにデザインしたものです。
日本のシンプルなお盆も考えましたが、取っ手をつけてやや洋風にしました。
取っ手の部分を機械でくり抜く加工を入れたかったためです。
The third project for the first year students is this tray, which I designed for the project.
First I thought of Japanese style simple tray but I put handles and made it rather Western style, for the students to learn how to use a router.
加工にはルーターという機械を使います。
まず合板で型をつくり、その上に材料を固定してルーターにかけると、その型どおりに削ることができます。倣い加工といいます。専門用語で治具（じぐ）と呼ばれるこの合板の型をつくるのも、実習の目的です。
Students make a plywood template first. Then place a material on it and cut it according to the template. It is one of the purposes of this project to learn how to make the plywood template, or the 'router jig'.
学生はそれぞれ、好みの形に取っ手をくり抜きました。
隅には、補強のための板「かんざし」を入れます。
Each student routed out their original shape.
The photo showing the keys to reinforce the mitred corner. It is called 'Kanzashi', hair ornaments, in Japanese woodworking.
Art Festivals as Inspiration
00/00/0000, 00:00 | WoodworkingONLINE.com 
(Photo courtesy of DesMoinesArtsFestival.org)
The Des Moines Arts Festival, rated among the Top 5 in the U.S., celebrates it 10th year in 2007. Featured will be over 150 premier juried artists and 24 “emerging” artists from the state of Iowa. Artists will exhibit in 14 categories, including wood, metalworks, and sculpture.
I think this is the second year that the festival will be located in Des Moines’ new Gateway Park, just down the street from the August Home Publishing offices. I’m excited about attending this year and so I’ve spent a few hours looking through the galleries of all the artists that will attend. I always get a lot of inspiration for my woodworking hobby from shows like this, and I’ll even go through a phase occasionally where I’ll work only on boxes or chairs for a period of time after I see something I like at a show.
For the last several years the Des Moines Arts Festival has attracted over 200,000 people and it’s also become a great place for young artists, like Matthew Obbink (whose tables are featured in the photo at the top of the page), an Iowa State University student competing in the Emerging Iowa Artists Program category.
MBW 261 Whiteside Shaker Style Router Bit - Video
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Matt's Basement Workshop PodcastIt's the beginning of a new month here at Matt's Basement Workshop, so that means today's Feature Friday is Router Bit of the Month!! Once again Woodcraft and Whiteside sent us another great router bit to try out and for one of you lucky listeners....well you're getting one too!!
The Whiteside Shaker Style Raised Panel bit is a great addition to anyone's router bit collection who enjoys building Shaker style furniture. Unlike more ornate raised panel bits, the shaker style stays true to the straight lines and simplicity of it's namesake.
Drop me a line with your questions, comments and suggestions. And don't forget that Hendrik is back in May and we're talking about starting a small woodworking business, so get your questions in for Hendrik too. Just drop us a line at mattsbasementworkshop@gmail.com.
Also, Hendrik is starting his annual three part finishing seminars:
Part 1 "Preparing the Surface and Staining" - May 3rd.
Part 2 "Hand Finishing and Rubbing Out" - May 10th or 24th.
Part 3"Antique Restoration Techniques" - May 31st or June 7th.
So if you live in the Toronto area or feel like visiting it, and you want more information about Hendrik's finishing seminars, send an email to info@passionforwood.com
Mock-ups
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Philsville
Hi Folks
For quite some time I've been working on a shoulder plane design. I know when it comes to planes you are re-inventing the wheel, but I really want to make a plane that I am proud of - and that is visually identifiable as a "Philly Plane".
I have plenty of sketch pads full of drawings and ideas. But I really can't "see" a design until I get to hold it in my hands - a potentially time consuming affair, especially as so many designs just don't work once they become "3D". So I have started to make mock-ups from scrap timber - they take minutes to produce, thanks to the bandsaw, scroll saw and sander. And you can instantly tell if you like the design - it is immediately obvious to the eye and hand.
So I have a growing pile of shoulder plane ideas, rendered in wood. And after much work, I have arrived at a design I am happy with. The finish is still drying on the prototype, so you'll have to wait until tomorrow for a photo. But I have attached a picture of some of my mock-ups - hopefully, this will inspire some of you to try this approach. It also works well with furniture designs - a hot glue gun and some offcuts will soon help you see your design in the flesh.
Cheers
Philly
Wood Talk Online - Episode No. 43
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Matt's Basement Workshop PodcastStatus Report:
Marc has FINALLY finished the gadget station and plans on delivering it next week. While in the area, he is also going to have a visit with the one and only David Marks. Matt decided to rearrange his shop tools recently and is apparently going to start writing a new book entitled, "The Feng Shui Workshop".
Around the Web:
Check out Keith Cruickshank's awesome videos at Woodtreks.com Popular Woodworking Magazine and Woodworking Magazine have had a little facelift recently. FineWoodworking.com also seems to have had a few tweaks.
News:
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Voicemail:
David has a good question concerning bandsaw blade width.
Tom's Tip:
Tired of using guesswork every time you set up your dado stack? Tom has some advice.
Cherry and Oak wood rings symbolic of ancient Irish and British trees
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Wooden Rings from Touch Wood RingsLouise and Arran decided to use cherry and oak because both are ancient native trees to Ireland and Britain, and they liked their symbolic meanings of strength and love.
"We were delighted to discover that as well as being very beautiful the rings have a great warm feel to them - unlike the coldness of metal! Many, many thanks Louise & Arran, Ireland"
Arran & I had a wonderful weddding in August - I have attached some pictures from the registry office - where the ring exchange took place and from a stone circle where we performed a handfasting ceremony. The rings are still fantasic and have darkened considerably since we started wearing them, which makes them even more beautiful . All the best and thanks again. Louise and Arran 
Arran having his first pint of Murphys stout as a married man. And with the ring to prove it!
Curves have to be Square
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Furnitology Productions
Sharpening Jigs
00/00/0000, 00:00 | WoodworkingONLINE.com Okay, you’ve seen your share of sharpening jigs. And they all seem to work pretty good. Well, I guarantee you’ve never seen anything quite like this before: The Sharpening Box. (At least I never have!)
Last night, I watched Gary Blum, a cabinetmaker and toolmaker from Walnut, IA., demonstrate the jig and I have to say, I was impressed. You can read more about the jig at Gary’s website: Blum Tool Co.
According to information on the site, “…the jig consists of a box made of UHMW plastic that is both a honing surface and a storage box for the stones. It has an adjustable angle block which is set in relation to the top honing surface.”
A couple of features that make it unique:
- The angle for honing is set directly from a scale and is easily changed
- The tool has no jig attached to it
- The tool stays set and the stone is moved - a much easier motion
- The stone can be used laterally and in a circular motion as well as back and forth - therefore, the flatness of the stone is not as critical as a back and forth motion, and the edge can be made sharper and longer lasting
- Much shorter and narrower stones can be used very effectively
- The tool references on its back, which is the widest and flattest side
- Can hone angled edges as easily as straight
- Can sharpen very short cutters as well as short cutter with handles, such as butt chisels or Japanese chisels
- Self-contained and portable-stones store inside of box
- Can sharpen scraper blades at a true 90 degree angle very easily and repeatedly - “filing” is done with a diamond stone
- Jig is entirely waterproof for water-stone sharpening
By the way, Gary also makes some pretty cool hand planes as well.
Buying Double Glazed Windows: The Process
11/04/2008, 01:26 | Wood ShuttersDouble glazed windows are very expensive and that is the primary reason that it is important that you do your research. It is recommended that you spend some time online doing searches on various companies and finding all the info available. Then compare all companies and ask at least four or five for a custom quote and a few references to contact about the company and the quality of work. Doing this almost assures that you will hire someone reputable who will be able to give you everything you want at a fair price. Like with anything else in life, just remember that you get what you pay for. There are also a few questions that you should ask each company you seek a quote from. You should find out if the windows have a BSI number or some other standard, if installers are covered in the code of practice, if there is an official trade organization that can recommend companies, and of course if there are any discounts.
The second major aspect about double glazed windows is a contract and you need to make sure that you get one. The contract should include all details about the job including rates and any additional fees or charges that may be implied, plus the number of people that will work on the job and the estimated time required to complete it. Also, the contract should contain the materials that will be needed and any insurance programs, and finally, if you agreed on anything else not in the standard contract, be sure to get it in writing and signed.
Payments are also a big issue and you should be sure to get all payment details in writing. Most companies should require a deposit of somewhere between 20-30% of the total offer. If they are charging substantially more that that, you may want to look into the company further and find a possible explanation. The rest will be paid on completion. When it comes to payment, just make sure that both of you agree on all the details and be sure to get everything in writing.
Finally, the last aspect of this process is the legal part of ordering this service. According to the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982, consumers of home improvement and service goods have special rights and you need to be well aware of these rights. For example, if the installation is not completed to the quality that it should be and you have to pay another company to fix this problem, you can pass this bill to the original company. There are a number of benefits that this Act provides so be sure to read it thoroughly. There are also a number of things that could go wrong so getting some insurance may be very helpful.
Getting things double glazed shouldn't be a difficult process, but if you follow the steps outlined above, chances are, your buying experience will be much more enjoyable.
David A. Howarth has been working in the home restoration and improvement business in the UK for over 20 years now, and enjoys writing about home improvement features such as double glazing and conservatories.
286 Guest Host Shannon - Intro to Turning
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Matt's Basement Workshop PodcastA huge thanks to Shannon from www.rogersfinewoodworking.com for hearing the call and answering! Shannon is today's guest host here at Matt's Basement Workshop and he's talking about woodturning.
This a great opportunity for anyone who's interested in getting started with turning, since currently I don't do it myself. If you'd like to learn more about Shannon visit his blog the "Rennassiance Woodworker" or email him at shannon@rogersfinewoodworking.com.
WIN AN iPOD TOUCH!! If you have the time, please take the new listener survey or click on the link at the website. When you do you'll be entered to win an iPod Touch.
If you'd like to enter for free schwag or just have a comment, question or suggestion drop me a line at mattsbasementworkshop@gmail.com or head over to my website at www.mattsbasementworkshop.com or call our Skype Voicemail at 231 354-2338.
Coming up in September Hendrik is back and we're answering whatever questions you submit. So get them in!!
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Podcast #26: Turning Pens on the Lathe: From Start to Finish
00/00/0000, 00:00 | WoodworkingONLINE.comIn this weeks Woodsmith Woodworking Seminar Podcast, Brian Simmons will show us the basics for turning pens in hardwood, burls, and man-made materials. He’ll give some tips for preparing the blank, mounting the blanks to a mandrel, and turning the pen. Finally, he’ll wrap things up by sanding, finishing and assembling a pen.
Links to the seminar guides and products that you’ll see being used during the seminar podcast can be found at the Woodsmith Podcast Store.
He's Back...
00/00/0000, 00:00 | Philsville
Hi Folks
Brace yourselves - I have actually done some woodworking! Yes, non-planemaking stuff.
Remember the acoustic guitar project I've been slowly building? It's a Weissenborn lap steel guitar, and I made pretty good progress until I came to making the sides. Yes, the tricky part......;)
A couple of weekends ago I made a small bending iron from some steel pipe and a blow torch. Worked fairly well but the pipe was too small a diameter to give me the gentle curves I required. Rather than purchase some suitable pipe I decided to go for Plan B - build a former and laminate the guitar sides in the vacuum bag.
So I built a one piece former from some poplar and laminated the sides from 6 pieces of veneer. It was simple work and the vacuum press did its usual amazing job of flattening things while the glue set. I made a pair and then set them aside to cure. Now I can get on with assembling the guitar, when it finally looks like a "real one"!
Cheers
Philly
A summer sweater - Tutorial
03/12/2008, 20:27 | Arts and Crafts BlogThis time, Ill give you a complete tutorial to make a very nice sweater.
The first rows: double elastic stitch (10 rows).
After that rows: start the desing.
1st design row:
1 -Pass the first loop from left needle to right needle. (pic. a - b)
pic. a
pic. b
2 - Make one lace, as you can see in pic. c.
pic. c
3 - Pass another loop from left needle to right needle. (pic. d) (*)
pic. d
4 - Knit one stitch. (pic. e)
pic. e
5 - Pass the third loop (the one you made on step 3) over the las one you knit. (pic. f)
pic. f
6 - Knit three stitches (no pic)
7 - Knit two stitches together (pic. g)
pic. g
8 - Make a lace.
9 - Knit one. (*)
10 - Make a lace
11 - and start all over again since the first * to the last *.
Lace.
The last stitches of the row are: - Knit 2 stitches together - one lace - Knit one. (you have to finish like this if you want to follow this pattern)
2nd row: Purl all the row (including the lace loops - that way the little holes appears)
3rd row:
1 - Pass the first loop from left needle to right needle.
2 - Knit one
3 - One lace
4- Pass another loop from left needle to right needle. (*)
5 - Knit one
6 - Pass the fourth loop (the one you made on step 4) over the las one you knit.
7 - Knit one
8 - Knit two stitches together.
9 - Make a lace
10 - Knit three.
11 - Make a lace (*)
4th row:
Purl all the row.
5th row:
1 - Knit three.
2 - make a lace
3 - Pass one loop from left needle to right one (*)
4 - Knit two stitches together.
5 - Pass the third stitch over the two stitches you knt in step 4 - this way you close the upper angle of the triangle.
6 - Make a lace.
7 - Knit five stitches.
8 - Make a lace.
repeat from (*)
6 a 12 row : rice stitch
Start all over again from the first row of the design.
Here you can see a complete view of the pattern:
And here a closer view of the “Lace” design.
You have to use a thin yarn and thin needles to make this pattern.
Try it, its not so difficult and the outcome its great.
Kisses,
Fran
Visit this sites for more ideas: Knit n Purl Zen , Little Purl of the Orient.
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