The Woodshop Shed

Tribute for a Friend

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Tribute plaque for a 1969 Vietnam vet, who still remembers not having dry socks over there. It started with the insignia-With Aspire software I converted the image to workable vectors (many hours). I put the 3d model on hold and converted it to laser engraving.The frame is cut from Medex on a CNC, the coating is pewter from Sculpt Nouveau coating, and the 2 laser plaques are from TroTec materials, 3mm brushed aluminum/with a black.

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First knife build

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First knife build. Super fun! Bought blade from Japan. Wicked happy with/quality! Gift for sister in law. Koa wood and ebony. Hand shaped brass. Mahogany gift box with magnetic holds.

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Oak & Pine Cone Cross

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I saw one of these once a while ago and decided to make one. I had some oak scraps laying around on my wood shelf. I routed out the channel so the top part slides open. Inside there is room for two small candles, and a small bottle of holy water . I believe it is for a “Last Rites Ceremony” ! I think that is what it is called.

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New Bosch Brushless Random Orbit Sander Review

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Tool: GEX18V-5N Brushless 5 In. Random Orbit Sander Shop Now  Manufacturer: Bosch MSRP: $129 (bare tool) Bosch recently introduced new 12V and 18V brushless cordless random orbit sanders. In addition to the latest brushless motor technology, Bosch paid special …Source

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Branch-Hooks as a Gateway Into Woodworking Part 2.

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After my students finished flattening enough surface at the back of their branches (read the first part of the story here) we designed and worked on augmenting the branch's parts. I showed them the different inspirational design ideas for …Source

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