Woodworking HowTo – Arched-Top Keepsake Box Part 1 (of 2)
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Part 1 of 2 – John W. Nixon from Eagle Lake Woodworking demonstrates how to build an Arched-Top keepsake made from Cocobolo. This unique arched-top keepsake box is an eye catching item with a unique feature on the inside – a place to frame a picture. The process for making a dovetailed box is detailed in this video, as well as, the procedure for shaping the arched lid. This 15 minute video covers: * Resawing / Bookmatching. * Making a dovetailed box. * Shaping the arched top on the router table. * Installing a lid support hinge. * Tung oil finish. * Procedure for gluing cocobolo. Visit www.eagleLakeWoodworking.com to see the rest of the videos in this…
UNIQUE WOODWORKING TOOL VIDEO
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Unique Woodworking Tool Hi! Im Bob Schmidt with Home Remodel Workshop. I found yet another tool that not only would be great for the DYIs and the homeowners, but it will also be very useful for the professional. Lets get to work. Now, Ive already produced videos showing you how to use hand drive nails and also showing you how to use a nail gun. But theres one thing that both of these have in common. And what that is, is a nail set. This is a traditional nail set kit that you use to see in most carpenters carry around. Theres an alternative to this for those of you who are hammer challenged and for tight…
Woodworking HowTo – Oak Blanket Chest – Part 1 (of 3)
Published November 5, 2011 |  |
Part 1 of 3 – John W. Nixon from Eagle Lake Woodworking demonstrates how to build a classic oak blanket chest. Some of the notable features include – Dovetailed Construction, Exposed Spline Joints, An Arts and Crafts inspired style, and replica hand-hammered hardware. The 23 minutes video covers: * Gluing up wide panels. * Making a dovetailed box. * Pattern routing. * Spline joints. * Shop-made laminate press. * Installing hardware – hinges, lid support, & lockset. * 3 step finish process using dye, stain and polyurethane. Visit www.eagleLakeWoodworking.com to see the rest of the videos in this series, as well as videos on other woodworking topics. Eagle Lake Woodworking is the home of the world’s first…
Setting Up A Home Woodwork Or Model Shop – A Step By Step Guide
Published November 5, 2011 | Planning is the secret to a successful home workshop. More and more people are setting up a woodworking or model engineering shop, either in their basement or garage.
The first step is to make sure your location is dry. You may need to make repairs to your garage roof, windows or door. If you are planning on using your basement then you will need to waterproof it, so that damp and the corrosion and rot it causes do not become issues.
Your next step is to provide water and electricity supplies. You need to have hand washing facilities if you are going to keep your job clean. An electricity supply suitable for running your machine tools is essential. These tools will be…
Ten Advanced Ways To Learn Woodworking
Published November 5, 2011 | Learning a woodworking or any new hobby does not have to be an exasperating experience. With the availability of the Internet, you can learn much quicker and much faster than ever before. This article is going to give you some great tips on how to accelerate your learning quicker than you ever thought possible. The reason being is a great list of resources will be included to help you along. You should find these tips invaluable.
1. Learning by watching and learning by reading are the easiest ways to learn something new. If you can read and watch video you can pick up something quickly without much help and there is tons of material available today. There are a ton of…
