When I first set up my dust collection network, I purchased some of these blast gates. The blast gates were used to control air flow by sliding the gate in a track, either allowing or blocking air flow. I closed gates to block airflow to tools not being used, thus increasing the suction to the … Continue reading Blasted Blast Gates
I found this on the Swiss-Miss design blog and knew I had to share it with you. It is good advice, but often ignored.
Wood shows are a lot of fun. Show hours are spent talking to customers about woodworking and free time is spent checking out the city. For the most part, the crew working the show (usually four of us) sticks together. Here are some pictures taken during some of the past trips I've taken for woodworking shows with … Continue reading Characteristics of a Wood Show
My plane sings as I guide it along the large timber. The wood yields without complaint. With my left hand, I flick shavings from the plane's mouth And they drift down to the ground. They feel warm under my bare feet.
Next weekend, I'll be in Cincinnati attending Woodworking In America (WIA). I can't wait. It is at WIA that Time Warp Tool Works will be officially launching and taking orders for moulding planes. (In case you missed my post a couple weeks ago, Time Warp Tool Works is my side project (a term from the music industry, … Continue reading In The Spotlight
September 15, an exciting new exhibit at the Messler Gallery in Rockport, Maine. "Regeneration: Woodworkers Under 30" features works from 22 of the best young woodworkers. Although my Table With A Twist was not selected, I have to admit that the judges did do a very good job. Every piece in the exhibition is outstanding in design, … Continue reading Regeneration: Woodworkers Under 30 at the Messler Gallery
A couple weeks ago, I got an e-mail from a friend that went something like this: You must be busy working on some project lately as I haven’t heard much from you. Don’t tell me you have started a new job! I replied: No, I haven't started a new job. But I have started another … Continue reading Why Settle For One?
If you have a nice, big, pretty (and likely expensive) chunk of wood from a recently felled tree, you would probably baby it. I'm guessing you would seal the ends, carefully sticker, and cover it in an area with good air movement. You might check the wood every few months, monitoring the moisture content. All … Continue reading When Neglect is Good
Artist Name: Wendell Castle Title: Ghost Clock Details: circa 1985 - 86-1/4" x 24-1/2" - 15" - Honduras mahogany Why It's Notable: It's made of wood. All of it - yes, even the "sheet" and "cord" around it. Careful carving shaped the sheet, repeated bleachings removed the colour and raised the grain to give the … Continue reading Wendell Castle – Ghost Clock
Artist Name: Vivian Beer Title: Filled with Birds and Beasts Details: circa 2004 - 92"L x 54"W x 36"H - steel and automotive paint Why It's Notable: The curves of this chair are so smooth and elegant. It looks so fluid and is full of movement. Also, this piece redefines what a chair can be. … Continue reading Vivian Beer – Filled with Birds and Beasts
