Issue 556
Issue 556
A River in Egypt
Some long-time readers of this weekly message may have noticed a dearth of encouragement regarding holiday gift building. Usually by this time of year, this editorial space has been filled with good words and uplifting sentiment regarding your efforts and mine.
This year, not so much.
That is because, in the current annum, my efforts at concepting my gifts have been far advanced of my gift building efforts. (Let’s just say that while there are many presents in the concept stage … there are none in the state one might describe as “completed.”)
And yet, as I write this editorial, I am not anxious or concerned. How is that possible, you may ask? Denial … pure and simple.
So with no further ado, I will transition from writing this missive to thinking up a strategy that will get those gifts built. I guess I need to get into the shop.
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
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Today's Woodworker
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Melissa Engler: Sculptures on Nature
Melissa Engler’s sculptural woodwork focuses on the world of nature and her desire to protect it.
What's In Store
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TRUE BLUE® Combination Squares
Three sizes of updated combination squares feature stainless steel rules, precision milled heads and an improved blade lock for faster adjustments.
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RYOBI One Plus+ Brushless Jigsaw
A brushless motor, tool-free bevel settings, variable-speed control and an LED worklight combine to make this jigsaw a feature-rich cutting tool.
Q & A
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Why Different Flush-trim Bit Diameters?
I’m planning to buy a flush-trim router bit, but I don’t know why they are offered in different diameters if they all basically do the same thing.
Reader's Project Gallery
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White Oak Shower Seat
This reader turns to woodworking for a practical solution to his father’s problem, and ends up with a unique (and less expensive) answer.
Feedback
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See Your Mistakes? Keep Your Mouth Shut
Readers talk about how well they see the flaws in their own woodworking projects — even if no one else does.
More on the Web
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VIDEO: Turning Earrings on a Lathe
Whether you have a big lathe or a small lathe, you have what it takes to turn a pair of earrings. Learn how to turn small pieces of wood into beautiful pieces of jewelry.
