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
Thanks for reading my blog! It feels good to give and know that the recipient appreciates your generosity. And guess what? I have a whole bunch of stuff that I don't need that I'd like you to have. (Ok, to be honest, I'm just tired of tripping over this stuff.) So here's the deal. My … Continue reading ‘Tis the Season of Giving
My turned screwdrivers are now for sale. They feature a solid dogwood handle and a polished magnetic bit holder which accepts all 1/4" hex-shank screwdriver bits. The price is $30. To make a screwdriver, I first cut a dogwood blank to size. Then I bore a 1/4" hole to accept the shank of the magnetic … Continue reading Heirloom Quality Screwdrivers For Sale
It seems that the idea of starting my business this year might just become a reality. While my weekly hours at Lee Valley hover around 40, my shop hours are probably over 20. On days where I work at Lee Valley, I spend little time in the shop as I am often too tired to … Continue reading No Rest For The Weary
