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Monday, February 24, 2014
WHAT TO DO WITH A BAD DESK DRAWER
This is one of my favorite types of projects to work on. Something passed on to me from
someone who knows no matter how bad it looks believes I can turn it into
something fabulous. And this desk did come out looking amazing so keep reading.
This secretary had stickers on it, screws in it, ink stains, drawers that didnt work,
but the largest problem was one drawer was missing the whole corner.
My solution was .... get rid of the drawer.
I moved the bottom drawer into the top hole and altered the frame.
I repositioned the front kick board up and cut the side panel back to the rear legs.
Check out the photo above for details.
I put new legs on the front that just happened to be the exact length I needed.
If they had been shorter I could have cut the back legs to match the length.
Here she is standing up again with two drawers and new legs.
The inside of the top was also a big challenge to deal with. It had floor tiles stuck to the work surface,
melted wax to remove, holes that needed fill, and the piano hinge that held the fold down was
bent and missing screws. All of which I fixed but it took a lot of time and patience.
WD-40 is great for removing stickers and adhesive. Be sure to wash the area with soap and water after
using it. WD-40 is an oil based product that will cause water based paint to react funny on the surface.
Here she is all painted and put back together with new drawer pulls.
I hope this will get you thinking about your options for saving wood furniture from the landfill.
Heres the before and after ....
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Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Weather improving making plans to resume turning Music box discussion and plans
Hi Everyone,
Welcome Back!!
Well, weve had a long cold winter here but according to the weather report, its going into the 30s next week and with any luck it will stay there. So time to make hay while the sun still shines.
Heres the story behind this next project:
Our first project for the year will be a music box for some young cousins of mine who are having their first baby next month. Im going to follow some music box plans along with some box plans that were recently posted on Woodturning Online and you can see both plans at:
Music box plans by Sy Plonsky: http://www.woodturningonline.com/Turning/Turning_content/Music-Box.pdf
Small box plans by Pam Reilly at: http://www.woodturner.org/community/youth/projects/Box.pdf
Im going to use the music box plans to plan out the construction of the box and the placement of the music mechanism but turn it to resemble the small box produced by Pam Reilly.
Plans
The box that Pam made looks like it was turned out of a block of pure white holly. Its a really lovely looking box and the finial just sets of the color beautifully. The down side is that I dont have any holly and Im not sure where I could get a kiln dried block of it (this is necessary to get this project completed in time for the birth of the baby). So Im going to use a portion of a block of kiln-dried basswood instead:
As for the music box mechanism, Im going to use an 18-note mechanism from Music Box Attic-they have Teddy Bears Picnic, a personal favorite of mine. Here is their website: http://www.musicboxattic.com/18notebuy.html#.Uvu3teCLqeE.
And the finial on the top will be made out of a pen blank that I have. Its a lovely reddish-purplish-brown and should look nice. Im also going to try to include a pexiglass interior lid to keep dust off the mechanism while allowing folks to be able to view the mechanism as it plays.
So we have a challenging project ahead. Stay tuned and keep your fingers crossed that the weather holds up through the completion of the project.
Stay tuned,
VW
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Welcome Back!!
Well, weve had a long cold winter here but according to the weather report, its going into the 30s next week and with any luck it will stay there. So time to make hay while the sun still shines.
Heres the story behind this next project:
Our first project for the year will be a music box for some young cousins of mine who are having their first baby next month. Im going to follow some music box plans along with some box plans that were recently posted on Woodturning Online and you can see both plans at:
Music box plans by Sy Plonsky: http://www.woodturningonline.com/Turning/Turning_content/Music-Box.pdf
Small box plans by Pam Reilly at: http://www.woodturner.org/community/youth/projects/Box.pdf
Im going to use the music box plans to plan out the construction of the box and the placement of the music mechanism but turn it to resemble the small box produced by Pam Reilly.
Plans
The box that Pam made looks like it was turned out of a block of pure white holly. Its a really lovely looking box and the finial just sets of the color beautifully. The down side is that I dont have any holly and Im not sure where I could get a kiln dried block of it (this is necessary to get this project completed in time for the birth of the baby). So Im going to use a portion of a block of kiln-dried basswood instead:
As for the music box mechanism, Im going to use an 18-note mechanism from Music Box Attic-they have Teddy Bears Picnic, a personal favorite of mine. Here is their website: http://www.musicboxattic.com/18notebuy.html#.Uvu3teCLqeE.
And the finial on the top will be made out of a pen blank that I have. Its a lovely reddish-purplish-brown and should look nice. Im also going to try to include a pexiglass interior lid to keep dust off the mechanism while allowing folks to be able to view the mechanism as it plays.
So we have a challenging project ahead. Stay tuned and keep your fingers crossed that the weather holds up through the completion of the project.
Stay tuned,
VW
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
How To Create A Herb Garden
Create a Dryland Garden
Create a Dryland Garden
How to make a herb garden (thats portable) - Better Homes and ...
How to make a herb garden (thats portable) - Better Homes and
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Create a Dryland Garden
How to make a herb garden (thats portable) - Better Homes and ...
How to make a herb garden (thats portable) - Better Homes and
Monday, February 17, 2014
Useful Tips on How to Build Deck Railings
Deck railings contain a top rail and a bottom rail, side rails and may also contain bulging posts, balusters and hand rails. They come in a variety of styles and can be made from different materials including iron, aluminum, natural timber, wood composite materials and also transparent glass. They are readily accessible, but believe it or not, you can make a deck railing by yourself. Are you curious? Heres how:
Materials Required For Deck Railing:
- 2 x 2 inches wood
- Carriage bolts
- 2 x 4 inches wood
- 2 x 6 inches wood
- Galvanized screws
- 1 can varnish stain
- Tools Required:
- Wood saw
- Electric drill
- Screwdriver
- Paintbrush
- Knife
Instructions To Deck Railings:
#1. Get rid of any wood or material that is connected to the deck so that you will locate the rim joist which is the outermost part of the flooring.
#2. Use 2 x 6 inches wood to create the upper railing and attach it for the time being to the deck by using a screwdriver and galvanized screws.
#3. Using your wood saw cut the 2 x 2 inches wood to the relevant height for the spindles.
#4. Use the electric drill and make two holes into every spindle. One hole must be drilled approximately 1 1/2 inches from the base of the deck. The other hole should be made 1 ½ inches from the top and the outside of the deck. These holes must be smaller than the carriage bolts.
#5. For strength and firmness, bolt the spindles into position with the carriage bolts.
#6. Cut the 2 x 4 inches wood with the saw to the correct lengths to make spindles. Ensure that they are the same lengths as any mistake will be obvious.
#7. Using your screwdriver, join the sections you cut to each spindle using the galvanized screws.
#8. Permanently screw the railings to the deck at this stage. Screw through the bottom to raise the railing.
#9. Use knife to pry open the can of varnish stain.
#10. Take paintbrush and slightly dip it into the can of varnish stain to soak up a little.
#11. Paint the railings by applying level strokes with the paintbrush and continue until the total railing is finished.
Tips and warnings:
Always construct your deck railings in compliance with rules regarding them in your area.
Spindles should be spaced no more than nine inches apart for security.
Carefully measure at every step to get a look that is as skilled as possible.
Painting or staining the wood seals it to make it more durable.
The railing should be about 4 inches high but allow added length so that it flushes with the bottom outside section of the deck.
The stairs leading to the deck must be in position to give easy access to the deck.
Select a railing style that suits is within your means and blends with the model of your house.
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Update to Blade Guard article
In a previous article, I talked about a blade guard I built for the bridge. I just got a 8 1/4" Makita 5008MGA so I needed a slightly bigger guard, and I had decided previously that it would be good to have a guard on both sides and both ends of the rail.
The original guard seen from above.
The new guard, with protection on both sides.
Another view.
With the new saw.
Seen from below.
The guard and saw at the other end of the rail.
Now hopefully, I wont accidentally grab the blade when doing lots of repetitive cuts.
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The original guard seen from above.
The new guard, with protection on both sides.
Another view.
With the new saw.
Seen from below.
The guard and saw at the other end of the rail.
Now hopefully, I wont accidentally grab the blade when doing lots of repetitive cuts.
Friday, January 24, 2014
How To Build A Shed With The Suitable Woodworking Tools
Have you ever constructed a woodworking shed before? When this is the first time you make anything like that youll need several guidance from the procedure. Its not as easy as you might think to create a woodworking shed and its of big importance that you plan your work before you do whatever else.
The 1st thing to figure out is why you want to have got a woodworking shed in your garden. Do you want to have it since you need somewhere to place all your garden tools or do you want to put your golf equipment there? Do you plan to hide there to relax from time to time when youre tired and need several private time or do you want to allow your puppies play there?
There are lots of possible reasons why you want to have got a woodworking shed and no reason is better than the other one. Theyre all quite understandable and as long as you plan your work before you do anything youll most probably become really happy with this new small building in your garden.
The 2nd thing you need to figure out is where you want to place the woodworking shed. Is there an ideal spot in the garden where it would be suitable to place it? There are a few things you have to remember when youre trying to choose where it has to be placed. The first thing to remember is that you need to make it in a place where it wont bother your neighbors or several member of your family. Thats really important to think about when youre planning the construction. Another thing to keep in mind is that it has to be placed where it isnt hiding the garden through the sun.
The 3rd thing to figure out is how big you want to your woodworking shed to be. This depends upon what you want to use it for. It has to be big if you want a lot of puppies to play there but it doesnt have to be as big if you just want to put your golfing equipment there. Itll be really simple to figure this out when you know what purpose your new woodworking shed has.
Answer these questions, one at a time and when youve done that its time to begin designing your new woodworking shed. Youll shortly discover that it can be really fun to plan and build something like this.
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The 1st thing to figure out is why you want to have got a woodworking shed in your garden. Do you want to have it since you need somewhere to place all your garden tools or do you want to put your golf equipment there? Do you plan to hide there to relax from time to time when youre tired and need several private time or do you want to allow your puppies play there?
There are lots of possible reasons why you want to have got a woodworking shed and no reason is better than the other one. Theyre all quite understandable and as long as you plan your work before you do anything youll most probably become really happy with this new small building in your garden.
The 2nd thing you need to figure out is where you want to place the woodworking shed. Is there an ideal spot in the garden where it would be suitable to place it? There are a few things you have to remember when youre trying to choose where it has to be placed. The first thing to remember is that you need to make it in a place where it wont bother your neighbors or several member of your family. Thats really important to think about when youre planning the construction. Another thing to keep in mind is that it has to be placed where it isnt hiding the garden through the sun.
The 3rd thing to figure out is how big you want to your woodworking shed to be. This depends upon what you want to use it for. It has to be big if you want a lot of puppies to play there but it doesnt have to be as big if you just want to put your golfing equipment there. Itll be really simple to figure this out when you know what purpose your new woodworking shed has.
Answer these questions, one at a time and when youve done that its time to begin designing your new woodworking shed. Youll shortly discover that it can be really fun to plan and build something like this.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
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