No turning for me this past week. I've started a gun rack for a friend. It is coming along slowly.

 

@Cliff just posted a topic for preventing wood from splitting/cracking/checking. This idea is new to me.

See what Clif had to say. Maybe you have another method. If so, we'd love to have you tell us about it!

 

 

Cliff also posted a link to an excellent safety article from the American Woodturner magazine. We all like to think we are working safely but this article really drives home the quality of some of the safety device we are using. Here's Cliff's post-

 

The article is linked from there. Please read her story.

 

 

 

@Ron Altier has created another awesome ornament. The amazing part is that this came from his scrap box. It is always exciting to see what lathe turning can do to a glue-up

 

Ron's post is here-

 

 

 

I think we all are proud of the things we make. Most of us have a way of marking our pieces with some sort of identifier. It might be a signature with a sharpie, a branded logo or even a special decal. Recently, Mike Peace did a short video exploring these various methods.

 

 

I've always used a sharpie but over the years it tends to fade- especially on items that have a mineral oil finish. The signature on my original rolling pin, that Mimi uses, has faded into obscurity. Also, sharpies will bleed when the top coat is shellac. Many years ago I traded a rolling pin for a coffee scoop from Ruth Niles. She uses a handheld engraver to sign here work. Much longer lasting! What method do you all use???

 

 

 

 

There probably won't be much sleep here tonight. Today we picked up this-

 

His name is Dudley and he is an 8 weeks old Basset hound. He slept most of the 2 hour trip back from the breeders and has been exploring his new home ever since. I think his ears are as long as he is. Since Quigley passed away in October, the house has been really empty. I'm sure that's about to change!

 

 

 

Safe turning

Nice post again this week.  Dudley rules!!!

Lew, thanks for the update,looking forward to you gun rack. That pup is the cutest one, he is going to be a real charmer with those sad eyes,he has some beautiful markings.

Herb

Thanks Lew, I will definitely watch that Mike Peace piece.....

 

Steve

Another week of really good stuff Lew. Thanks.

Great picture of the new family member...Let's hope he sticks to his new chew toy and not those nearby furniture legs.

Looking forward to seeing your "flat work" too!

@HandyDan Thanks! Dudley sure has been the center of attention!

 

@Dadio Thank You! Have all of the stock cut for the case but we are tag teaming watching the new puppy so things have slowed considerably.

 

@Steve Krumanaker Thanks! I enjoyed the video.

 

@Grandpadave52 Thank you! So far so good on the furniture. Sure am glad I didn't clean the carpet, however!

 

Also, THANKS for the input concerning the "Wednesday's..." posts. You comments are sincerely appreciated.

2 minutes ago, lew said:

Sure am glad I didn't clean the carpet, however!

 Gonna' guess you will be.

6 minutes ago, Grandpadave52 said:

 Gonna' guess you will be.

Oh, Yeah!

Another great Wednesday post, lew. And, Dudley is thoroughly impressive. I'm a sucker for any dog. Our home has never been without one or, two. 

hanks, Gene! Mimi and Dudley are both napping now!