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Wednesday, March 5, 2014

The Importance of Finding Detailed Woodworking Plans

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Koen_Andrews]Koen Andrews
Learning a new hobby should be at the top of everyones list of things to do. Especially if there are kids around. A great hobby for families is woodworking. Projects range from small birdhouses that may take a couple of hours up to a full set of bedroom furniture or even a boat that may take a few months or even a couple of years!
For getting started, just some simple hand tools and a set of saw horses or a small table are really all that are needed. Lets say you decide to build a bird house. For the beginner probably the best thing to do would be to find a good set of bird house plans. That way you have a step by step guide for the entire process. Also a good set of plans will provide a materials and tool list for the project that will come in very handy.
Step 1: Gather the Materials.
For a small project like this, a lot of times you can find scrap wood that has been thrown away that will work and give your bird house a vintage look. Pallets are a great source of free wood for small projects. Most businesses have old pallets that they will give you if you ask. A lot of pallets are made of hardwoods too (added bonus). If you are planning on building more than one, make sure you find enough material plus a little extra, just in case.
Step 2: Cut Pieces to Size
Once you have all of your materials, Look at your plans and cut all of your pieces to size. Be sure to cut multiples of each piece if you are planning to build more than one, it will save you a lot of time doing it at this stage.
Step 3: Time for assembly
Now that you have all of your pieces refer to your bird house plans for the proper assembly order and start building your bird house. Some projects can be a little tricky to assemble. A good set of wood working plans will show you the proper order of assembly so your project will turn out just as it should. This part is fun for the kids. It will help teach them patience as well.
As you can see, a hobby in woodworking can be fun and easy. Starting out with an easy project, a good set of woodworking plans, and some very basic tools is all you need.
Koen Andrews is a hobbyist who enjoys woodworking just like you. Find more info on woodworking, storage and shed plans at his [http://www.positivelyshedplans.com]website
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When the hurlyburlys done


While its not Halloween related, I had to show off Paul Lewickyjs shop in the U.K. Paul is currently on a  7 month tour of Afghanistan with 15 Sqn Royal Air Force Regiment. Nice shop! And he definitely appears to be a fan of WWMM! Woohoo! Nice looking stuff there.








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Bill Bumpus sent over some of his Halloween projects. Love the witchs hat intarsia! Double double, toil and trouble.





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Tim Sluder is always carving. Heres a really cute jack-o-lantern, 2" tall and carved from basswood.



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Halloween 2009

Thought Id rerun some of my past Halloween videos. Most of you probably see this every year, but in case you are new, here is my first Halloween video from 2009:

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Sunday, March 2, 2014

Woodworking Projects The Best Way to Save Your Money



          Did you someone who cares a lot for interior decoration of your home? You want a variation on the furniture in your home but do not have enough money? Wood work produced by your own hand definitely will be your final choice to be given to loved ones. However, if youre still new with woodworking would you hesitate to payout your money when you see machinery tools for woodworking are very expensive.

          There are various ways to save money with your woodworking project. Let us focus on building tools for woodworking. At first you will issue an amount of money to buy wood working appliances. I advise you not too mean when the first time purchasing woodworking tools because you will use the device for a long time. It is better for you to buy good quality equipment but expensive compared to cheap equipment but not durable.

          Moreover, having a perfect plan for your woodworking projects was very important so that you can reduce production of sawdust from your woodwork. You can purchase a lot of simple, quick but fascinating plans from internet nowadays. Whether you want to design a bed for your daughter or even your own chest and the most important is that was you own personal taste! Even if you are still an amateurs you can build a bedroom set, a built-in bookshelf and entertainment center or an outdoor garden shed and gazebo. Since there are step-by-step instructions available, you can find reasonably priced plans and sometimes, there are free plans available for certain woodworking projects!

From: google.com

          Woodworking plans and material for building chicken coop or patio furniture for example can save you more than 50% apart from buying ready-made items. See, it is easy to start saving money on many things. If you want to build a dining room set, or set your own bedroom, there are now a variety of woodworking plans that provide complete and clear guidelines for you to complete your project that will provide a unique product and furniture according to your tastes.

          If you wish to repair your home furniture, woodworking that is too detail is not required. Whether you want to remodel the kitchen or add a room, it is obvious that a difference the proper woodworking plans can make in the finished product. They can also save your time and money because you will have a shopping list to purchase your materials and tools from.
          As the cap, if youre still new-beginners in woodworking projects, the very suitable for you to start with the beginners phase. Here you can find up to 16, 000 designs that provide blueprints for your woodwork, very simple and step-by-step instructions for your projects. Now, save your money for woodworking projects, and get your own best furniture from here!
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Monday, February 17, 2014

The Basics Techniques of Installing Drywall Panels in Your Home

First of all, you need to remember that installing drywall panels as walls or ceilings for your home is not that hard to do. However, this is only half the battle. You still have to know about taping and applying compound on to the drywall you installed. This is very important as this will adjust the finished product that you will be left with.

When it comes to drywall installation, knowing how to correctly apply the mud is very important.

So, here are some things that you have to remember when you are going to start applying mud on to your drywall.

The first thing that you have to keep in mind is that you have to know about the compounds and tools.

Like in any do it yourself projects, preparation is the key in order for you to become successful. You need to be patient in order for you to get used to the tools and the equipments that is often used when installing and mudding drywalls. By being patient, you will be able to learn the different techniques that you will be using when installing and finishing drywalls. And, with patience, you will end up with a great looking final product.

You need to keep in mind that there are basically two types of jointing compound. The first is the powder and there are also pre-mixed compounds that you can use. You will find that different compounds are available in different textures. Taping compounds are coarser and commonly used after taping. Topping compounds are finer and this is used for producing a smooth wall. This is basically used for finishing. There are also all purpose compounds which can be used to do the entire job.

To apply the drywall mud on to the drywall, you will need to use taping knives. The knives are available in different lengths and sizes, which will be able to accommodate your needs when it comes to applying mud.

You need to remember that before you apply the compound, you need to make sure that all the nails and screws are sunk just below the surface of the drywall. This is to ensure that they don’t stick out. You can check if this is done properly by running a knife along the seams. If it hits any nails or screws, then you have to tap the nail or screw in the screws a little deeper.

There are four basic steps to apply mud on to the drywall. Each of the steps will require an entire day to finish, which basically means that you will get the job done in four days.

The first step is to apply the first layer, which is the taping later. You first apply the compound and then tape over the joints by using jointing tape. After this, you can apply another thin layer of compound. After this stage, you will be left with a level surface without any holes.

Next, you have to apply the other two layers of compound. These two layers are done in order to make the texture of the wall smoother. For this, you will need to use a longer taping knife than the previous steps.

The final coat is the finishing coat of compound. This will make the walls very smooth. Alchoices remember that you need at least a day to get the compound to dry off. Because you will need to do four layers of compound, it will take you 4 days to finish the entire project. So, be patient about it and it will definitely pay off.
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Thursday, February 13, 2014

One for the Andy Rooney Crowd

Did you ever notice how...just kidding.

Im making a concerted effort to keep this blog on topic and not let it devolve into my personal soapbox. This post is, however, only marginally connected to woodworking. So there you go...youve been warned.

The woodworking connection is that I won a #5 1/2 jack plane off eBay two weeks ago and it still hasnt arrived. Yes, the seller took about three days to ship it but thats not unheard of. The real issue here is the US Postal Service. Check out the tracking info:
[Insert joke about government operations here]

Before I moved to Atlanta I wouldve said that Memphis and Atlanta are pretty close. After all, Georgia and Tennessee share a border. I can assure you that they are not close. Ive made the drive and it is a quite a haul. 

I understand that mistakes happen occasionally, but I emailed the seller about this and she said that it happens all the time! Is it any wonder that businesses who depend on high customer satisfaction use FedEx and UPS?

Heres something to ponder: USPSs financials are already abysmal; imagine what they would be like if there was no junk mail. I may be ready to see this dinosaur put out of its misery.

Okay, no more whining for at least two weeks.
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Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Northville MI project finishing the kitchen

Part of the Northville project is to install new cabinet panels on the ends of all of the cabinets, uppers and lowers. Im also installing new base, that was painted and glazed to match the cabinet doors. Kudos to the homeowner for doing highlighting and painting touch ups throughout the project!

Ive started from the ground up by installing the new base. Then, Ive painted and glazed some filler strips to go behind the door panels. This will provide a stable base for the doors, and also give a nice finished look all the way around. This is one area you dont want to cut corners!

Here are some before and after pics of the island and surrounding areas. All endpanels are new additions as well as the base covering the old toekick areas...





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Monday, February 10, 2014

Doors for the built in

Today, I made the doors for the lower cabinets.  They will be hung as inset doors, not overlay doors.  I used glue and pocket hole joinery to make them.  Id like to say that pocket hole joinery, although relatively new over the last 20 years, makes for quite a strong joint. Additionally, they are quick to make, and when done properly are very effective and impressive (where joinery is concerned at least).  Ive ordered some custom hinges, and will be hanging the doors soon, and then will be prepping the entire unit for paint.




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Thursday, February 6, 2014

fIlling in the holes

After a long day of traveling yesterday (but totally worth it!) I am working on the chairs for the ikat desk


Original on right and 6" shorter on the left. These chairs are HEAVY so I was glad to get rid of some extra weight!

The chairs came in pieces so the rods slipped out once unscrewed, but left some pretty hefty holes ...


I wonder how long the wood filler will take to dry? Ill keep you posted!

Up next sanding, priming, painting and adding a little cushion to make them a little more comfy!
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Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Ghetto WorkCenter Boom Arm Part I The Platform

As my regular ready knows, I have a track saw. Specifically, it’s the Festool TS55. I’m not of the ilk that think a track saw is a table saw replacement, but I do love the saw and use it often.
A great place to put the TS55, provided it doesnt fall off.
Typically, when I use the TS55 it is to cut sheet goods which are laid out on my BenchMark portable work table. Though it supports sheet goods, dimensional lumber and allows lots of clamping, the open surface of the BenchMark prevent me from putting the saw down on it (plus then the saw would get in the way of the work piece). Instead, I found myself putting the saw down on it’s systainer which was always sitting atop my CT22 dust extractor and roughly the same height as the BenchMark.

Using the TS55 Systainer as a table to rest the TS55 on between cuts proved very convenient, but I was always very nervous of the saw slipping off. While the TS55 is many things, cheap isn’t one of them. Between the electrical cord, vacuum hose and the systainer being attached to a dust extractor on wheels, I figured it was only a matter of time before I tripped over one of the cords or knocked into the dust extractor. Either accident would send the TS55 straight into the concrete of my driveway.

The fear of pulling or knocking the TS55 to it’s untimely death got me thinking of the Festool WorkCenter Organizer. It’s a neat organizer of shelves and pegboard and tool holders that Festool created to fit on top of their dust extractors. Though Ive not personally used one, the WorkCenter Organizer seems to be a very well designed accessory, based on Paul-Marcel’s review.
The Festool WCR 1000 Workcenter Organizer
Unfortunately, it’s also a nearly $400 accessory. This was not one of the Festool prices I feel is fully worth it. Rather than spend almost as much as a new TS55, I opted to make my own version.

The first step would be to make a platform with a raised lip that would both fit snugly on a systainer and also prevent the TS55 (or any other tool on top) from sliding or falling off the side.

Building the platform was simple. I started with a scrap of ½” baltic birch plywood. I laid it on top of the systainer and aligned two (2) sides. Then I marked the other two (2) side locations with pencil. I cut the platform out using the TS55.
The platform is just the same size as the systainer (or so I thought)
To make the lip, I cut out stips of ½” baltic birch on the table saw. I used a stop rule to mark out ½” along the length of the strips. Then, using that line as a reference I clamped them to the platform and screwed them in with #8 stainless steel flat head screws. The stainless was necessary, but I like the aesthetics of it.

Once the platform was assembled, I tried it out to discover that it was just a hair too small lengthwise. Rather than start over, I simply unscrewed the lip from one end and shimmed with blue tape. After a few test fittings I had it shimmed just enough to hug the top of the systainer snuggly.
Snuggly fit and no way to slide off
The TS55 fits in the platform wonderfully, and now the only way I’ll manage to damage the TS55 is if I’m clumsy enough to knock the whole dust extractor / platform / TS55 stack over.

Satisfied with the platform, I began to plot out the boom arm.
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Monday, February 3, 2014

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Tuesday, January 28, 2014

FInishing Up the Big Table

I dont have time to write a long post, but I did promise a potential client I would put up some photos of the table weve been working on ... Also, we picked up the chairs Monday and they are pretty sharp too ... Its our first experience with Danish Cord seats. Nice job by Sandy Sherman Chair Caning of Brookline, Vermont.
This is the second coat of gloss finish .. the final satin coat will go on probably today
The eight side chairs
Close up ... all for now
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Monday, January 27, 2014

On Workbenches Part II The Clockwork Bench

So how do I plant to incorporate the lessons Ive learned from the Schwarz into my own Clockwork Workbench? They form the foundation of my approach. My bench will be a 3D clamping surface with legs flush with the edge. That is where I leave the purity of Roubo.

Bob Langs 21st Century Workbench
In terms of overall shape & form, Im basing my Clockwork Bench off of Robert Langs 21st Century Workbench. From his design Im changing the leg assembly the most, using trapped panels in addition to stretchers. This is designed to simplify the joinery, reduce the ability of the bench to rack and add mass.

Megans "Gluebo" LVL Bench.
Though the trail I’m following has been blazed by Megan Fitzpatricks LVL bench, materials are where my bench will be least conventional. At least half of the top will be of LVL construction. The second half of the top may be LVL too, or it may be Timberstrand (dimensional lumber made of OSB). My legs and stretchers will be Timberstrand, with each front-to-back leg pair housing a double panel composed of one layer each 3/4" OSB & 3/4"plywood MDF.

One of my stretcher panel assemblies, just prior to glue up.
It sounds like quite the bastard, I know. Yet Im looking forward to building and using it. I am optimistic (perhaps naively so) that it will be my penultimate workbench.

Does your workbench rest on a foundation of bench philosophy or did you just find a flat surface and get to work?
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Friday, January 24, 2014

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Thursday, January 23, 2014

Moulding Plane Shelves Project The Tool Sets


Heres the tool shot that would have normally been at the end of the moulding shelves project post:


My idea was to divide the group into smaller, task based, sets. Its a good idea, but somewhat problematic, as reality is not quite that organized. For example, should the bevel gauge be included with "layout" tools or "dovetail" tools? I chose both. Of course, the sharp eyed reader will point out that the same bevel gauge is NOT included in the full tool group photograph. Hmm. I guess its not that FULL after all...

Im not really trying to do anything more than the grouping, but I will include a few notes here and there. Anyway, heres my attempt at an organized tool breakdown.

Layout Tool Set:


Framing square w/ Veritas square fence*, shop-made marking gauge, 6 zigzag rule, shop-made panel gauge, pencil**, marking knife, dividers w/ pencil**, bevel gauge, 6" square.

* I like this fence, but wish it was thin on both sides, so I could use it on 3/4 stock in left and right orientation.
** Dixon Ticonderoga 1388-2/HB Soft, of course!

Dimensioning Tool Set:


Stanley #65 low angle block plane, framing square w/ Veritas square fence, cross-cut panel saw*, rip saw, shop-made marking gauge, marking knife, 6 zigzag rule, 6" square.

* Being on the shorter side, I prefer shorter saws - especially for cross cutting. This one is 20" with 12tpi.


Dado Tool Set:


Maul*, framing square w/ Veritas square fence, 6 zigzag rule, 3/4" dado plane**, Gramercy holdfasts***, batten, hammer, marking knife, story stick****.

* Like a lot of my shop-made tools, this was a quick and dirty prototype that just kept working...
** An Ohio Tool Co. 3/4" dado plane that came to me with a sketchy replacement iron, which I reshaped and hardened, and now it works great (Thanks again Dave!).
*** I am just loving these! My old system worked fine, but these are slick and a joy to use. If you are considering buying a pair, do it!
**** This should have appeared in the layout set as well. I dont know why I dont always make one of these. It was very useful, and saved me from cutting a dado on the wrong side of a line more than once.


Shaping Tool Set:


6 zigzag rule, half-round file (fine), half-round file (coarse), shop-made turning saw, Veritas spokeshave (round), Veritas spokeshave (flat), dividers w/ pencil*.

* Dixon Ticonderoga 1388-2/HB Soft. Dont ask...


Rabbet Tool Set:


Maul, sneaky framing square*, flat bladed screw driver**, Record #778 rabbet plane***, Gramercy holdfasts, 6 zigzag rule.

* NOT used for this task - dont know how it made it into that shot without me noticing.
** The set screws on the 778 are slotted - using the screwdriver is slower, but much more secure. No wandering fence or depth gauge here!
*** Or rebate plane for any Brits who might be reading this. Go Cavendish!


Surfacing Tool Set:


Stanley #7 jointer plane, Stanley #5 jack plane, Stanley #3 smooth plane, Stanley #65 low angle block plane.


Dovetail Tool Set:


Coping saw, pencil*, Lie-Nielsen dovetail saw (rip), shop-made marking gauge**, bevel gauge, Marples chisel, marking knife.

* Do I have to say it again?
** Sharpened to a knife point.


Boring and Fastening Tool Set:


Millers Falls 6" brace*, phillips hex driver bit, hex driver adapter**, no-name egg beater drill***, twist bits, hammer, bit gauge, 6 zigzag rule.

* Smaller braces are great for driving screws - much faster rotation, but still plenty of power.
** Not really needed - the brace chuck can hold the hex driver on its own, but its so stubby it is hard to see whats going on - the adapter improves visibility greatly.
*** With the c. 1976 price from Jim Klauder & Sons Country Hardware in my Dads handwriting - not the best drill in my kit, but my favorite.


Well, I dont think I will be doing this for every project. Its too much work for one thing, and it would probably bore most readers to tears. It was kind of interesting as an exercise in classification - at least for me - but maybe Im just strange that way...


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Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Our March Madness behind the scenes

Today I wanted to share a few behind the scene moments of Creating with the Stars! A lot went into each of these projects, and while this post doesnt go over all of them, it captures the highlights :)

First of all, coming up with unique and creative ideas four weeks in a row is exhausting (mentally and physically)! But we did it! And I was happy with the end result of all our projects!

Read on to see what happened, and yes, there are a few embarrassing photos spread throughout :) Were all friends, right?

Here we go!

WEEK 1: Upcycle, From Fluorescent Diffuser to Statement Pendant


Week 1 was crazy! After we got over the excitement of getting one of the twelve slots to participate in Creating with the Stars, we started scouring every thrift and antique store within a 30 mile radius for ideas. That week we spent basically every free moment working on our light fixture. Since we built it from scratch, it took FOREVER. Seriously, between browsing stores for ideas and picking up supplies,  I probably made about 50 trips (Ok probably more like 20, but it was a lot) I didnt want to step foot in a store for weeks (that lasted about a day since I had to get supplies for next week :).

This was probably one of the most exhausting weeks; however, we did finish with a little time before the deadline. On a more serious note, David and I both cut ourselves fairly seriously. Davids was from not using the correct tool to cut the PVC pipe (a lot of our tools are in MD) and I cut myself from fatigue ... while cutting prints with the xacto knife. I wont go into specifics, but I almost fainted on both accounts :)


Yes I was scrunched down while painting the ceiling and yes I did get paint in my hair (what else is new :) There were a lot of late nights, David wasnt amused with my photo taking ...

WEEK 2: Knockoff, Schumacher inspired Zimba draperies, Anthro inspired ottoman and custom cornice.


Three projects, what was I thinking!? I had actually already started on the draperies in charcoal, but thought that light gray would work best with the ottoman so changed my mind at the last minute. This was definitely the most stressful week because we were so rushed to finish at the end. I didnt have time to edit and probably would of changed a few things if I had more time. We got our submission in right at the deadline! Whew, it was stressful!


Lack of sleep caught up with us on week 2. This is Annabelles favorite way to sleep on the sofa. She will stare and paw at me until I get into this position. David passed out on the floor, clutching one of Annabelles chew toys (dont be mad David :)

WEEK 3: Paint, custom stencils and secretary desk


Its no secret that I LOVE stencils. For this week I wanted to created a large dramatic wall stencil and a smaller stencil that would work well with furniture. This project was pretty straight forward since Ive painted a lot of furniture and stenciled a good bit, but again it was time consuming! I tend to over think things and try too much, but we did finish on time and I loved the end result, so worth it!


It was a lot of painting, refinishing the secretary, stenciling the back, and stencil the feature wall. Davids a blur because we was moving things around while I decided where I liked them (standing back to look at the whole thing always works best for me!)

WEEK 4: Home Decor, Grasscloth + Nailhead Feature wall and Custom Upholstered Headboard


By this point, we were both pretty exhausted!


Early that week we drove up the coast to collect driftwood for a project we planned, but didnt get to (hopefully we will a little later!) We single handily kept Starbucks in business that month. Davids drink of choice is black Pike Place and I love Refresh hot tea.


There were a few late night runs to Home Depot. Thursday night, my eyes were bothering me, so we went out for eye drops around midnight, everything was closed but we did make it to In n Out for a snack. Blurred tail = a happy puppy! Free sniffs for her, a cheeseburger for David and a cheeseburger minus the burger for me (I dont like beef).

All that week my eye was bothering me. After thinking that I had sawdust in one, and after many unsuccessful attempts to remove it, I went to the eye doctor on Friday. Turns out it was just bumps inside my eyelids from allergies. (side note: allergies are new to me since we moved to CA, guess Im allergic to something that isnt on the east coast). The combination of knowing that I didnt have sawdust in my eyes and the eye drops allowed me to kinda forget it and get to work!


We were lucky that our neighbors werent home because installing the nailhead was really loud! We got a second set of hearing protection so we could both work. Annabelle had been very patient up to this point. After four weeks of limited play, she was crazy for attention. She would come into the bedroom about every ten minutes while we were working and walk around on the feature wall to get a little attention. Dont worry, weve been rewarding her ever since, a long hike up a mountain, hours of fetch at the beach, and taking her with us most places has her pretty tired (shes been sleeping in recently)!

We still have a lot of cleaning and reorganizing to do, but were getting there!

It was an exhausting (mentally and physically) 4 weeks, but so worth it! I was stretched to think creatively 24/7 and, as a result, just about ever room is going to be updated! Stay tuned to see how our home is changing!

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