These pieces of Western maple are offcuts from my Tall Workbench with Flair. They include some live edges, splits, worm holes, taper, and spalting. They are unique. There are seven pieces in all. Approximate sizes are listed below. Thick stock, from front to back: 34" x 3-3/4" x 3" 34" x 3-3/4" x 2-1/4" 45" … Continue reading Overflow, Part IX
You know that I, Chris Wong, make woodwork with much flair at Flair Woodworks. However, you may not know that I also make fine woodworking tools at Time Warp Tool Works (read more about my role at Time Warp Tool Works). It is a well-known fact that quartersawn material (where growth rings run vertically along the end grain) is … Continue reading Overflow, Part VIII
I bought ten of these wine glass kits from Craft Supplies USA. The stems were cut off so that all the maker had to do was turn the bottom half. It seemed like a neat idea at the time, but I've somewhat lost interest in turning. If you would like these ten glasses, please leave … Continue reading Overflow, Part VII
This time, I am giving away one Makita BO3700 Finishing Sander which has seen a minimal amount of use. It uses 1/3 of a standard 9x11" sandpaper sheet which is held in place by a spring-loaded clamp at each end of the pad. The soft pad has eight holes for dust extraction. The steel plate … Continue reading Overflow, Part VI
Since I started my Overflow program to give away shop stuff I don't need, several people have told me that I've inspired them to do something similar. The first person who has taken action is Nick Roulleau. He recently gave away a Rockler Dovetail Jig and says he still has "a few more items". Nick is … Continue reading The Generosity is Spreading
SAW SET FOR WESTERN SAWS WITH 4-12 TPI I have two identical saw sets and this one is a little grungier. It still works fine. To use the saw set, loosen the lock knob, rotate the round anvil until the number representing the TPI of the saw is at the top and tighten the knob. … Continue reading Overflow, Part IV
WELCOME TO 2012. IF YOU RESOLVED TO GET A DOVETAIL SAW, YOU ARE IN LUCK! I bought this Lee Valley Dovetail Saw back in 2005 for $52.50. If you look closely and use a little imagination, you can read "Lee Valley" on the blade. The dovetail saw is made in France and has an 8" … Continue reading Overflow, Part III
I've given away two things so far, a Ridgid Air Filter and some spalted maple. The air filter went within four minutes and the maple went within two minutes. Now, it was exciting to have woodworkers following my blog so closely, but it was unfair to those who don't spend their days tied to their … Continue reading Revised Rules for my Overflow Shop Giveaway
THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN HAVE: Six pieces of spalted maple weighing roughly 16 lbs total. I've been hanging on to these six pieces of spalted maple because they have too much potential to toss in the firewood bin. But I'm not sure I'll ever find a use for them. Each has one live edge … Continue reading Overflow, Part II
The first item I want out of my shop is orange and grey and symmetrical. It has both round and straight elements and is compact, easy to move around and a cable is a critical part of its operation. No, it's not my Bridge City Tool Works Centerscribe (CS-2). This is a tool that I … Continue reading Overflow, Part I
Sculptural Woodwork by Chris Wong 