The Down to Earth Woodworker
This month, Steve explains how he is able to view tool maintenance as an enjoyable experience, discovers the wonderful world of
Etsy, and shares his hatred of tool stands.
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Finishing Tip:
Rules for Recycling Sandpaper
If you're like Alan and hate to throw stuff away, this tip is for you. This month, Alan discusses how he is able to recycle his sandpaper over and over again.
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Tips from Sticks
in the Mud
Jim shares a tip on getting the most paint out of your paint can (hint, the secret is the lid). He also has a money-saving tip on cleaning off your paint brushes.
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Poll: Where Do You Get Your Wood?
Jim Randolph shares a funny childhood story of going to a lumber yard with his Uncles and getting a not-so-fun poison ivy surprise. This month he asks: "Where Do You Get Your Wood?"
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Tool Review:
Veritas Low Angle Spokeshave
One of the most frequently overlooked tools in the shop is the spokeshave. If you are considering a project where you will need to shape either a concave or convex surface, consider the benefits of using a
Veritas Low Angle Spokeshave
for the initial shaping.
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Book Review:
Stanley Tools Catalogue No 34
Norm Reid reviews
Stanley Tools Catalogue No 34, a reproduction of Stanley's 1914 catalog showing nearly every tool needed in a hand tool workshop. Whether you are a woodworker or tool collector, you're bound to find something fascinating in this book.
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Ask the Staff:
Moisture Content
of Wood
Question: I have a 14 foot X 28 foot shop in which I only run the AC or heater when I'm using it for woodworking. Thing is, I wish to use hardwoods to make furniture. What can I do to keep my lumber moisture content right so that it is workable?
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Woodworker Profile Blog: Char Miller-King
Last month, Highland employee, Amy Herschleb interviewed store customer, Char Miller-King, aka
The Wooden Maven, who shared her woodworking background, favorite tools, and current projects.
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