Issue 411
Issue 411
January Slump
Here in the frozen north, the Farmer’s Almanac has a saying: “As the days start to lengthen, the cold starts to strengthen.” This meteorological fact, accompanied by the state of affairs where I have completely consumed the last bit of holiday sugary treats, can lead to a bit of a slump. The deadline-driven productivity of holiday gift building is past; the warmth of regular family contact is a memory — so my English setter, Leeroy, and I are left with huddling under piles of blankets watching This Old House. Leeroy is a great cuddler.
But fear not: there are birthdays galore in January, so gifting deadlines are there to launch me into action soon. And my shop is heated — so the slump’s days are numbered.
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
Today's Woodworker
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Becky Lamb: Working with Wood with Character
Becky Lamb likes to work with wood that has a history and character, whether that’s pallets or reclaimed barn wood.
Tricks of the Trade
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Creating a Simple Shop Work Surface
Most shops suffer from a dearth of work surfaces. Our reader tells you how to turn sawhorses into a work table for just a few dollars.
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A Simple, Small Project Drying Rack
A simple solution to finishing and drying small parts and projects using stuff from your desk drawer.
What's In Store
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Rockler Dust Right® Lathe Dust Collection System
Adjustable boom and scoop solution for spindle and pen turning.
Q & A
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Why Does My Table Saw Blade Stop While Cutting?
The blade stalls mid-cut, on my older Craftsman table saw. Why is this happening?
Reader's Project Gallery
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Sapele and Maple Tool Chest
This is a tool chest that uses six different methods of joinery using hand tools.
Feedback
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Gifts Given; More Building with Butternut
Readers share what they gave for holiday gifts; plus, you’re still building with butternut.
