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Screwdriver Rehab
By Curtis Turner Round Rock, Texas I finally made the decision to re-handle and recondition my favorite screwdriver. The handle was splattered with paint and worn from years of use. The tip was slightly chipped; the shank was smeared with dried glue. I have considered this project for a long time. I just could not bring myself to tear it apart. So what pushed me over the edge? It was a recent trip to Denver where I had an opportunity to see and handle the tools made by Elkhead Tools. CLICK HERE to read more: 
The Transitions
By Temple Blackwood Castine, ME Transitions seem to be one of the frequently under-recognized aspects of design, which should actually be viewed as the most critical component of design, which challenges execution. These are the make 'n break parts of how one design element connects to another to create a pleasing (or not) whole object image. CLICK HERE to read more:
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We invite you to SEND US PHOTOS of your woodturning projects or shop along with captions and a brief history and description of your woodturning. (Email photos at 800x600 resolution.) Receive a $50 store credit if we show your turning or shop in a future issue. 
This month we are sharing the woodturning projects of Marshall Knox who uses a variety of woods and dyes to make his turings very colorful and unique.
CLICK HERE to see Marshall's turning projects: 
Long Bit Drilling
I am making four foot lamp posts for a client. The turning is straight forward but the drilling has its difficulty. I recently read a drilling tip for long stock like this and I wanted to share it here. CLICK HERE to read the tip: |
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