Time for some levity

With all of the negativity and political stuff going on with the Covid-19 virus it is time to look at the humorous side of things. Feel free to add more, but keep it clean or it will be deleted.

How to bend wood like this - Outdoor furniture project

Looking for a new project to do. I've been spending a few months upgrading the workshop / fixing minor annoyances, and really need to actually build something. I ran across this in a magazine ad. The furniture is supposedly solid teak, though I don't think that will be in the cards for...

Graule ZS135 Radial Arm Saw voltage question

Recently purchased this Graule at auction in Germany, it went for cheap but import and shipping resolved that bargain aspect pretty quickly. I'm rather unsure of what the voltage is, the tags seem to be giving mixed signals. I wrote the company, but I expect it'll be a while before they provide...

Is there a small, accurate table saw?

I need to downsize my hobby woodworking shop a bit, and would like to have a table saw that is smaller than a cabinet saw with the extension table. Is there a smaller table saw that would still be as accurate as a cabinet saw? Most of the smaller saws are jobsite saws, and they don't seem to have a...

Looking for feedback before I buy an Avid CNC

Good day all. I appreciate the time to read and give feedback. I think this is the right machine and price, but want feedback. The time has come. I need a CNC to stay competitive and I also just want to create in new ways. I have “non-buyers remorse” for stopping bidding on a beautiful 5x10...

Build a case for some chisels?

At least one that looks better than this? I think I can build something a little bit better than that plastic blister pack... Maybe take a plan from Paul Sellers Masterclasses, and build a case? and.. Will have to change a couple sizes...

Various small tools for sale

Hodge podge of things in the shop that need new home. Shipping not included from 47906, but I can ship anywhere CONUS for less than $15, closer to the

Arts & crafts pole lamp from quarter sawn oak

I didn't make the lamp, but discussed the process with the artisan that did (https://www.ragsdalehomefurnishings.com/). I recall they were just 45 degree

Township building codes.

Puzzled....

I work with building and code officials all the time. To a man (or woman) they would all rather have the codes conversation on

Arts & crafts pole lamp from quarter sawn oak

Rob, thanks, so you did use lock miter joints, just 45 degree joint? Did you use a threaded rod through the center for the wiring and lamp hardware on

Ways of cutting logs

I'd appreciate any insight on how to cut logs for figure/furnituremaking. I know the classic ways:
Yield - cant then cut clear planks towards the

SC Pig-Picking