Jan 182018
 
Carving a Plane Tote
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In the January 2018 issue of Wood News, Ernie Stephenson writes an in-depth article on how to carve a plane tote and make a used plane feel new again. “Totes on a plane go through a lot of dynamic stress. Additionally, the wood in these old tools often contains a lot of skin oil and […]

Jan 162018
 
Quick Tip: Storing Wood Glue
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In the December issue of The Highland Woodturner, Phil Colson shared his quick tip for storing wood glue when you are in a climate where it gets below freezing in the winter. Read Phil’s tip and save your wood glue this winter!

Jan 102018
 
Book Review: Mary May's Carving the Acanthus Leaf
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Review by J. Norman Reid “As a regular book reviewer, I have the good fortune to read a steady supply of the best books on woodworking. I can say in all honesty that none of the books I review are bad books. Every one of them has something of value to offer woodworkers. Still, every […]

Jan 052018
 
Venetian Blind Painting Trick – Tips from Sticks in the Mud – January 2018 – Tip #2
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No Southern-fried Southern boy wants to be called a Yankee, but we share the characteristics of shrewdness and thrift. Thus, each month we include a money-saving tip. It’s OK if you call me “cheap.” That genius philosopher, Plato, was the smart guy who said, “Necessity is the mother of invention.” On the eve of New […]

Jan 042018
 
Wear Your Safety Glasses! – Tips from Sticks in the Mud – January 2018 – Tip #1
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Welcome to “Tips From Sticks-In-The-Mud Woodshop.” I am a hobbyist who loves woodworking and writing for those who also love the craft. I have found some ways to accomplish tasks in the workshop that might be helpful to you, and I enjoy hearing your own problem-solving ideas. Please share them in the COMMENTS section of each […]

Dec 212017
 
Tuning and Using the Adjustable Spokeshave
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If the Adjustable Spokeshave is still a mystery to you, this article will help you out. The Highland Woodworking staff has clarified the setup and use of the helpful spokeshave in this short piece. Click here to read more about the Adjustable Spokeshave