User Report
Arbortech Mini Carver
by John Van Der Volk
Carving Bowls from Mallee Root
by Philip Shaw
Issue Number 75
October 1997
Across the Teacher's Bench
by Les Miller
Les begins a new series on the many methods of joining timber
Making a Curved Leg Coffee Table
by Neil Scobie
Professional designer/maker, Neil Scobie, describes the construction of one of his favourite pieces
Electromagnetic Compatibility Legislation affects woodworking industry
by Neil MacDonald
A government crackdown on electronic pollution could force some products off the market
Festival For Woodies
240km from Adelaide Woodies' shows aren't confined to the cities or even the larger towns
Another way to cut trenches
by Glen D Stevens
More about Making Pens
by Richard Rice
More insights into penmaking by this WA author who has made more than 3000 of them!
Profile: Robert Prenzel - a Remarkable Craftsman
by W Cyril Brown
The story of a young German immigrant and his contribution to our woodworking and cultural identity at the turn of the Century
Woodturning inspired by Irish History
Ancient vessels from the land of his forefathers inspire Nowra woodturner, John Hanrahan
Melbourne Timber and Working With Wood Show Guide
User Report
O'Donnell Grinding Jig
Vic Wood gives his impressions of this new grinding aid
Hold it right there!
by Charles T Orr
With a little ingenuity and a few bits of heavy timber, you too can have a solid surface on which to work
Good Ideas & Short Cuts
Boring guide for lathe
Staying In tune with the Original Design
by Graeham Kennedy
This adaption of David Haskett's piano stool makes a great keyboard stand
Oval Bowls
by Jim McConnachie
Making, mounting and using an `oval turning' chuck may need some lateral thinking, but the results make the effort worthwhile
Dovetail Jigs need not be Tricky
by WG Feige
What happens when you get the Jig home and it doesn't work the way it should?
User Report
Performax 16-32 Drum Sander
This machine could make drum sanders a realistic option in smaller workshops
Project 1200
by Pat Crowe
Manufacturers who keep sufficient spare parts make their older models well worth finding
Turning Boards into Bowls
by Bruce Leadbeatter
Deep Hollowing Tools
A lot of development time and effort has been devoted to these highly specialised tools for making hollow forms
Club Drumbeat
The story of the Bribie and District Woodcrafters
Making a Model 1910 Renault Motor Bus
by Eric Lysaght
You can make this model a great test of your all-round woodworking skills
In Memoriam - a Processional Cross
Book Reviews
Classic American Furniture
by James Clapper
Woodturner's Wooden Clock Cases
by Tim and Peter Ashby
Mouldings and Turned Woodwork of the 16th, 17th and 18th Centuries
by Small and Woodbridge
Issue Number 76
December 1997
Across The Teacher's Bench
by Les Miller
Joining Timber (Part 2) Screws
Finishing the Curved Leg Table -- Part 2
by Neil Scobie
Neil details the clamping of rails to legs, and the construction of the table top
Good Ideas & Short Cuts
Filing your router bits, easy dust blower, scratchless scrapers and Durden dustpan
First Steps in Ornamental Turning
by W Cyril Brown
The author's shares his tips on making a basic kit of gear for Ornamental Turning
American Association of Woodturners 11th Annual Symposium
by George Hatfield
George found the pricing as interesting as the turning at this year's A.W.W. Symposium
User Report
BrandNew Branding Irons
by Keith Radshaw
Branding Irons are an easy way for woodies to make their mark
Balancing Act
by Jeff Lewry
The combination of his Duplicator and an Arbortech cutter allows Jeff to form flat surfaces on blanks that are a long way out of balance
Ettamoggah by Design
Clinker built from Kalantis
Trend Timbers donated the timber to this worthy Rotary project
Profile: Vic Wood
Turner, Teacher, Lecturer & Demonstrator Few woodturners in the world could lay claim to Vic Wood's broad experience in every facet of woodturning
Bega Exhibition
This year's Bega Awards attracted one of the nation's finest displays of woodworking.
Working with Australian Hardwoods -- 1
by Peter van Herk
The first article in a new, occasional series on the use of Australian hardwoods particularly for furniture making.
1997 Lathe Survey
It all starts with Choosing the Right Lathe
Lathe Survey Table
The Scoop on Speed Controllers
The versatility and added safety of a Variable Speed drive can transform your lathe
Turning with Less
by Jack Hudson
By using techniques drawn from coopering, it's possible to reduce the waste from turning _ and create unusual and often highly attractive, `segmented' forms
Traditional Elegance
by Terry Dixon
Terry's careful reconstruction of a table made over 160 years ago let's you add a piece of rare Australian furniture to your home
Club Drumbeat
Cessnock Woodturners Inc.
Mastering the Hexagon
by Alex Springall
Once you've mastered the making of this hexagon box, you can tackle one of the author's unique pierced carvings to decorate the top.
These two woodworkers found highly individual solutions to the common problems of dust control
Hoovers Never Die
by Stuart Hulme
The Kingswood Lives On!
by Kevin Hollioake
Book Reviews
Building Arts & Crafts Furniture
by Paul Kemner and Peggy Zdila
Making Little Boxes From Wood
by John Bennett
Woodworking Projects for the Home Workshop
by Rosario Capotosto
User Report
The Gifkins Dovetail Jig
by Neil Scobie
Issue Number 77
February 1998
Around the Teacher's Bench
by Les Miller
Joining Timber (Part 2)
What to look for when buying woodworking glues.
1997 Timber Promotion Council National Woodwork Competition
The Facts in Wax
User guide to using wax on turning and cabinet work.
A Table on the Side
by Neil Scobie
Another one of his unique project designs
The Reconstruction of the Enterprize
by Ros Poole
The famous vessel that sailed into Port Phillip Bay back in 1835
A Home-Made Marvel
by A Dunn
A router table with the lot
Hospitality and a Woodturner's Smorgasbord
by George Hatfield
Six weeks of demos gave George a wealth of impressions about the US
Make an Accurate Indexing Wheel
by Gorgi Armen
Gorgi's INdexuing Wheel is a classic example of the truism that simple ideas are often the best
Wesfarmers Fine Wood Awards 1997
Exhibiting woodwork of this high calibre, it is not surprising that the Fine Wood Industry Project has set its sights on Werstern Australia becoming the fine wood centre of the world.
Good Ideas & Short Cuts
Groove defines glue area, home made sash clamps, turning tool lazy susan and door hinge safety switch
Picture Framing Outside the Square
by Max Warner
Making unique picture frames
A Wooden Sundial
by Ken Williams
Perfect summertime project for the Garden
Working with Australian Hardwoods - 2
by Peter van Herk
Importance of moisture content and different grades of timber available.
User Report
Kreg Jig and Pocket Rocket hole boring systems
by Les Miller
Woodturners Emergency Lamp
by Alan Logan
Never be kept in the dark again Project
Book Reviews
Decorative Techniques for Woodturners
by Hilary Bowen
Construction of Period Furniture
by VJ Taylor
These Boots were made for Carvin'
by Buddy Smith
R.M. Williams boots, stuff of legend and subject for Buddy's carving
Cutting Plugs and Circles on the Scroll Saw
by Alex Springall
Using the scroll saw to cut even small diameter plugs and circles is demonstrated by the author.
Issue Number 78
April 1998
Across the Teacher's Bench
by Les Miller
Les discusses the preparation for successful edge to edge joining
A Choice Blade
Careful selection of Saw Blades is essential for safe and efficient woodworking
Jigs for Pens
by John K Looker
John takes an engineering approach to pen-making
You have to be a bit mad...
by C E Arkley-Smith
Making furniture from Red Gum requires more than just a love of its grain and colour.
Single Stem Stool
by Neil Scobie
Simple, elegant design and structural durability are among the major features of this easily made stool.
Club Drumbeat
Maryborough Woodturners and Woodcraftsmen Guild (QLD)
The Art of the Dig In
by Ian McKenzie
Dig-In can be the most devious things
A Turner's Tool Caddy
by Patrick Crowe
This shop made Caddy keeps tools safe and close at hand.
Good Ideas & Short Cuts
Drying wood in laundry dryer, altered acroll saw blades and holding pieces while gluing
Round Pegs from Square Holes
by J Wallace
Square hole drives speed spindle turning
Shop made Sash Clamp
by T Brandon
National Woodturning Exhibition
by Andrew Potocnik
No More White Knuckle Challenges
by Hugh McKay
A US woodturner decided there had to be a better way to turn long neck hollow forms
Profile of Melissa Clarke
Noble Find: The Wollemi Pine
Thought to be extinct for 60 million years, the Wollemi Pine should soon grace botanical gardens and back yards around the world
My Perfect 10
by George Hatfield
After 40 years as a woodturning teacher, George was given the opportunity to specify a lathe from scratch
Perth Timber and Working With Wood Show Guide
Working with Australian Hardwoods - 3
by Peter van Herk
Peter continues to discuss the use of Australian hardwoods in furniture making
Marquetry Backgammon Box
by Keith Hudson
Although designed for Backgammon, this box can serve as a home games centre with plenty of room for related paraphernalia such as dominoes and cribbage boards
Book Reviews
The Art of the Router
by Patrick Spielman
Understanding the Spinning Wheel
by Eric Corran
On the Wallaby
by Brian Eves
Brian shows how to carve his Australian version of a Ditty-box
Issue Number 79
June 1998
Seminar Success
Members of the OTGA (Ornamental Turners Group of Australia) hold a National assembly, bringing members from across the country together for the first time.
Across the Teacher's Bench
by Les Miller
Les discusses the preparation for successful mortise and tenon joints.
The Australian Woodworker Merit Award
The Delta Router/Shaper wins a Merit Award
Woodturning Tips
by George Hatfield
Cutting with the Grain
This new series will help novice woodturners learn the basics of woodturning so that they, too, can progress to competition level or to simply greater enjoyment of the craft.
The Silent Safety Factor
by Pat Crowe
Experience in aviation suggests dehydration may be the unrecognised reason for some workshop accidents.
Return of the Norburys
by Fred Blake
Fred Blake reports on the recent visit to Australia by Ian Norbury and his wife, Betty. Ian is one of the world's most highly respected contemporary artists in wood and the author of several books on woodcarving; Betty, also an author, is an expert in the marketing of fine craftwork.
Dry Enough?
Whether you want to season your own timber or simply know more about the material you use, you will need to learn more about the removal and testing of moisture content in timber.
Woodturning in Canada
by Ernie Newman
Ernie makes many interesting observations about the state of the woodturning craft in Canada.
A Record 100 years
Profiles: Beauchamp Paine
Woodsculptor
Festival of the Forest
This well-established exhibition was originally conceived to help the local timber and woodworking industry in North Queensland.
The Australian Woodworker SHOW Gallery
The SHOW Gallery in Perth attracted a wide variety and high standard of woodworking
Brisbane Show
It's the Brisbane Show's 7th Anniversary this year and the organisers have assembled a wide range of demonstrators to complement the latest woodworking products and equipment.
Student Workshop
This new feature is aimed at helping our student readers gain the knowledge and experience they want in order to not only achieve the best results, but gain the greatest enjoyment from their woodworking.
Are you ready for a workshop disaster?
by Bob Todd
The author, an experienced Insurance Loss Adjuster, gives practical help for making sure your investment in your workshop is safe essential reading for everyone who has a workshop.
The KLM Replica 747
KLM chose wood when they made a replica of one of their 747s for a publicity event.
User Report
Kel McNaughton Shear Scrapers
by Neil Scobie
Carved Mirror
by Neil Scobie
Another of the pieces in The Scobie Collection of plans for contemporary furniture, this elegant mirror is suitable for practically any decor.
Club Drumbeat
Hastings Woodworkers Guild
Good Ideas and Shortcuts
Turned chuck key, cooling Danish oil and adjustable tool rack
Turning Green Hollow Forms
by Neil Bradbury
Neil, an award winning woodturner, details his methods of deep hollowing.
Working with Australian Hardwoods - 4
by Peter van Herk
Peter continues this series with comments on the special requirements for design when using Australian hardwoods.
A Brace of Penguins
by Ken Mullen
Of course, they're cute!
User Report
Delta Router/Shaper
Winner of an Australian Woodworker Merit Award
Book Reviews
Sundials Australia
by Margaret Folkard and John Ward
Country Chair Making
by Jack Hill
Fundamentals of Woodturning
by Mike Darlow
Issue Number 80
August 1998
Across the Teacher's Bench
by Les Miller
Carcass Joints
They're the basis of one form of cabinet construction. Les shows you how to make good carcass joints every time.
Making a Tall Boy
by Neil Scobie
Construction details for another of Neil's practical and attractive pieces.
Good Ideas & Short Cuts
Snug lids, extension rollers and allen key handle
The Return of Silver Ash
by Bob Whitworth
Farmers such as Bob Whitworth have begun to grow the cabinet timbers that will be needed by the next two generations of woodworkers
Woodturning in Canada - Pt 2
by Ernie Newman
Ernie continues his impressions of woodturning in Canada and introduces us to the work of some leading Canadian turners.
Horse Float to the Rescue
by Bob Butler
A toy that's different but easy to make.
Student's Page
This new feature answers questions raised by woodworking students
Realistic Hair in Marquetry Hair
by Raquel Melinis
You can use this technique to make the hair in your marquetry portraits look much more realistic.
Take your Pick!
by Brian Eves
What makes a great carving timber? Brian gives us the benefit of his decades of experience as a professional woodcarver.
Working with Australian Hardwood - 5
by Peter van Herk
Peter van Herk is a professional woodworker with a penchant for using Australian hardwoods.
The 3.5m Sportsmans Creek Skiff (Pt 1)
by Rob Bruce
If, like many other woodworkers, you too have considered making a boat, this 3.5m skiff could be your next major project!
Club Drumbeat
The Riverina Woodworkers Club
Dovetails love 'em or hate 'em
by Len Crane
How the author overcame his aversion to dovetails
Curved Mouldings
by David Trembath
Profile - Coaxing Neptune out of Blue Gum
This striking sculpture by Chris McKenzie was a popular attraction at the Brisbane Show.
Dorrigo Trout
by Brian Eves
Brian used power carving techniques to produce this sleek sculpture.
Urn your Stars
by Keith Tory
If you are a woodturner looking for a new challenge, this could be the end of your search
Merit Award
The FrameCo Pushmaster is the second Australian product to earn an Australian Woodworker Merit Award.
Sydney Timber and Working With Wood Show
Perfect Mitre Joints
by Glen D Stevens
They're easy when you know how.
Woodturning Tips
by George Hatfield
The Cutting Process
This is the second in a new series on the basics of woodturning by one of Australia's most experienced woodturning teachers.
Saving Mawson's Hut
by Bill Sachy
Book Reviews
The Art of Chair-Making
by Kerry Pierce
The Craftsman Woodturner
by Peter Child
The Australian Timber Seasoning Manual
by Grahame C Waterston
Issue Number 81
October 1998
Across the Teacher's Bench
by Les Miller
Choosing and Using Saws
Don't take the humble handsaw for granted!
Get rid of those floppy wing nuts!
by Jim Ogden
Easy speed change for your Bench Drill
I married a woodworker
by Angelika Cawte
1000 ways to decorate your home with wooden bowls
Woodturning Tips
by George Hatfield
Stance & Tool Grip. George takes a new look at the basics of woodturning.
Cut through the Confusion
Our Survey is an ideal place to start when you are considering a new Tablesaw.
Intarsia Penguins
by Steve Bundred
They look great, but they're easy to make - a good beginner's Intarsia project.
Fluted Compound Curves
by Jim McConnachie
Club Drumbeat
The Koonung Woodturners Guild
John Moxon's Contribution to Woodturning
by Mike Darlow
You've probably never heard of John Moxon, but without him, woodturning may not have become what it is today
The 3.5m Sportsmans Creek Skiff (Part 2)
by Rob Bruce
Ready to finish your skiff? Well, here's the rest of the story.
Joining Picture Frames Without Nails
by Michael Duke
Profile: Dream Weaver's Doors
Roger Chadwick wasn't even a woodworker when he started on the path that led to his present success.
Mebourne Working With Wood Show Guide
Adventures in The Boot
by Les Miller
Les visits cabinet shops in Italy
Carving by Numbers
Alan Davies does a 'road test' of a John Van Der Kolk Carving Project Plan.
A Pair o' Paddlers
by Eric Lysaght
Eric brings you another fine Whirlygig to delight the passers-by.
Urn your Stars (Pt 2)
by Keith Tory
Patience and perseverance are all you need to follow this author's example.
User Report
Foredom Professional Carver's Kit
Good Ideas & Short Cuts
Non-slip solution and foot operated drill press
A Document Box
by Neil Scobie
Banish the shoebox! This Document Box provides a repository in keeping with the importance of your family documents. Other Features
The Kel McNaughton Eccentric Faceplate
by Alby Hall
The Oval Turn Lathe
Gunnar Martschinke of Launceston, Tasmania, has designed and built a lathe to make the oval picture frames in which he specialises.
Using Australian Hardwoods - 6
by Peter van Herk
Real Gold of the Goldfields
Timber from the goldfields
Book Reviews
Artisitic Scroll Saw Patterns & Projects
by Patrick Spielman
Essential Carving Techniques
by Dick Onians
Making Chairs and Tables
by Guild of Mastercraftsman
Issue Number 82
December 1998
Across the Teachers Bench
by Les Miller
Choosing and using curve cutting saws.
Profile of Les Miller
Les Miller says he is a lot more comfortable writing than being written about.
A wooden Oil Can
by R Goldberg
Measurements for a replica of an oil can
Good ideas & Short Cuts
Wax as lubricant, caulking tube & gun holder and hardwood butt gauge
Club Drumbeat
South Burnett Woodcrafters
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