Issue 300
Issue 300
Wow, Did You Say 300?
As of today, the Woodworker’s Journal eZine has sent out 300 issues to you and the rest of those who make up the eZine faithful. In terms of Internet time, the eZine has been around since dinosaurs ruled the ether. (Perhaps you remember that in my original editorial photo, I was wearing a sabre-toothed tiger-skin shirt with bone-framed glasses.) As you likely know, sometimes longevity is simply a function of being stubborn — either too foolish or too stupid to quit. But with a product like the eZine, there is only one reason that we have been able to keep on using zeros and ones to talk about woodworking. And that reason is you.
Without our readership, the eZine would have quickly gone to that secret Internet product graveyard, filled with the ghosts of great ideas past. But we have grown and improved because of your interest and feedback. And for that, let me express the gratitude of our staff, and from me personally. We will continue to write about woodworking to the best of our abilities, and listen to what you want to hear. (I may even get a new editorial photo … any suggestions?)
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
What's In Store
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Rockler Coffee Scoop and Pizza Cutter Woodturning Kits
Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has introduced two new woodturning kits with components that can attached to a custom turned handle to create a handy kitchen utensil.
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Amana Tool Timberline® Goldline™
Amana Tool’s new Timberline Goldline thin-kerf saw blades are designed for use in portable circular saws.
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General Tools EZ Pro Deluxe Doweling Jig Kit
The company has just added a convenient storage box with pre-molded compartments to store everything you need for the job.
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Turning Segmented Lamps
Turning Segmented Lamps by Ralph Buckland provides instructions for 17 segmented lamp projects, with information on segements, thicknesses, and ring diameters, as well as special techniques, tips and materials.
Tricks of the Trade
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Gluing Circular Segments
This shop tip describes a method of gluing together pie shaped segments into a circle.
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Clamping Your Small Parts
When gluing a small odd-shaped part, it’s often a challenge to figure out how best to clamp it.
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Boxes without Spacers
When making small boxes, many woodworkers find it’s easiest to first assemble the box, and then cut off the lid by making four ripping cuts.
Today's Woodworker
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Teresa Audet: From Woodworking Student to Lifelong Learner
After graduating last year with a degree in furniture design from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Teresa Audet is now launching her own career as a woodworker.
Q & A
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What Size Jointer Should I Buy?
I will be purchasing a jointer for my small shop and am not sure whether to get a 6″ or 8″. Is there a significant advantage of one over the other?
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How Should I Treat Worm Holes in Pine?
If I use a polyurethane finish, or something similar, will that kill any eggs, larvae, etc., and do I need to worry about an infestation spreading to the rest of the house if I choose to use it?
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How Can I Prevent My New Cedar Rounds from Cracking?
Someone recommended PEG, but I’ve tried to find it and no one seems to have it. Is there something else I can use?
Industry Interviews
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Rees Can Help You Turn Bunk Beds into a Business
1-800-BunkBed offers enterprising woodworkers the chance to own independent businesses and work from home.
Reader's Project Gallery
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Headboard and Bench
Mission style headboard and bedroom bench.
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Pencil Box
Waney edge walnut pencil box, with a veneered top, press pins and brass pin hinges.
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Cherry Bookcase
I had mostly cherry and no walnut. In fact I had to change the side panels to use my short pieces.
Feedback
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Do Real Woodworkers Use CNC?
That’s the question Rob posed in his editorial last time out (actually, he used even stronger language.)
