by hupka | Oct 8, 2019 | Lathe, Safety, Walnut
Lose your focus for just one second while woodturning and you will find the lathe is very unforgiving. This walnut handle we were turning for a serving spoon set took the brunt of the hit thankfully. Make sure that any time you are using power tools or anything sharp...
by hupka | Mar 13, 2018 | Jig, Safety, Woodshop
This diamond glue up will be the center inlay in a detailed cutting board we’re preparing. It is made from walnut, maple and cherry hardwood. The clever jig that is holding it down has a very specific purpose. In order to glue it into a cutting board we need...
by hupka | Feb 8, 2018 | Quarter Sheet Sander, Safety
Sanding is one of those tasks that you either love or hate. I really enjoy it. Its satisfying to see the piece change and take shape as you progress through the grit. A workhorse of the ES&S shop is this little DeWalt* quarter sheet sander. Every home should have...
by hupka | Feb 7, 2018 | Safety, Woodshop
New toy day in the shop is always an exciting time for wood nerds. Dust is a killer for us. Sometimes it’s coming to rest on freshly painted projects. Other times it’s in your eyes when you’re running a machine. It is a constant battle to the bitter...
by hupka | Feb 1, 2018 | Safety, Woodshop
Shop safety is very important. We all learned the basics in middle school shop class and those lessons carry over to today. I doubt you’ll ever see me running a machine without my safety glasses and ear protection. The glasses I have on here have a slight tint...
