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Hollowed Cherry Burl Vase
Branching Out  by Rob McNeil Staying curious, or ‘branching out,’ has richly rewarded me with many amazing experiences and equally...
Denis Casaubon
Mar 174 min read
Bob Reynolds- "Go Big or Go Home!"
Bob Reynolds- "Go Big or Go Home!"
Dave Arnone
May 3, 20243 min read
In Memoriam : Ian Manley
It is with a heavy heart that I Write to inform you all of the passing of Ian manley. He passed away this morning 4/1/2024 at around 9am...
marcsitkin
Apr 5, 20241 min read
Turning a Lighthouse
Lighthouses are a spindle project that can be made using a variety of tools and methods. CCW had a demo on using gouges, skews, or...
robinmcintyre
Feb 16, 20241 min read
Turning a bracelet
Turning a Simple Bracelet This project looks simple but will challenge you to get a symmetrical shape over a small surface area. It...
robinmcintyre
Jan 15, 20242 min read
Cure For Ring Shake
I discovered a great solution for turning blanks that develop ring shake
Denis Casaubon
Nov 25, 20231 min read
Get to the Point
Need an easy way to sharpen a point tool (also known as a pyramid tool)? Get a plumbing fitting as shown in the picture. If you need...
Denis Casaubon
Sep 14, 20231 min read
Cheating Beads
I have always wanted to be able to make beautiful beads on my bowls etc. I have practiced many times but the ability to create beads has...
Denis Casaubon
Jun 27, 20231 min read
Catch 22, or I Skewed it up good.
Many more than 22 catches this week folks! I'm trying to be a better wood turner, and since I've been doing mostly bowls and platters for...
marcsitkin
Jun 23, 20232 min read
And now for something completely different...
This came to me from Don Chase. Looks like CCWT has gotten some international recognition. This is a short youtube video (10min) from...
marcsitkin
Jun 15, 20231 min read
10 Buck Chuck
So I was working on a project with the Cape Cod Woodworkers, and mentioned I was looking to get an angled drill to use for my power...
marcsitkin
Jun 9, 20231 min read
It's Bat Handle!
Repurposing a baseball bat into a tool handle
marcsitkin
May 15, 20232 min read
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