Eireannach
Ozark, MO, USmember
Contributions
Walnut and Ancient Kauri candlestand
This is made of ancient kauri - 30,000 - 50,000 years old, with "whitebait" spalting. The legs are walnut from a tree that we had to take down on our property. It is 18" long.
Huayruro & Padauk Shadowbox Frame
This is a frame of my own design that I wanted to make to commemorate my wife's and my marriage recommitment. We renewed our vows after 18 years of marriage & things are better than...
Koa & Walnut Jewelry Box
This is a box design that I got from Wood Magazine. It is made of Koa that we got on our trip to Kauai last year, and walnut. The finish is tung oil and shellac. I am giving it to...
Zebrawood & Bubinga box
Another version of the box from Wood magazine (I'm not sure which issue) Big learning curve with this project!
My first jewelry box
This is my first attempt at a jewelry box. I followed a plan from Wood magazine. The materials are oak and paella. I have recently completed a second out of zebrawood & bubinga.
New on Fine Woodworking
Arts & Crafts Dining Table
Turbochief | February 10th, 2012
Chiffonier in Elm Burl veneer
mouppe | February 10th, 2012
Shaker Chimney Cupboard Video Workshop DVD
FineWoodworkingEditors | February 10th, 2012
Recent comments
Re: How to Turn a Basic Bowl
He also mentioned to see how the gouge angle changes during the hollowing cuts, but his hand obscured the tip. How does the angle change? this is an area that has been frustrating me so far - I can't seem to get the right angle on the cut.
posted: 1:50 pm on January 24thRe: My first box
Very solid work. Nice joinery! My first box wasn't nearly as nice.
posted: 1:21 pm on November 3rdRe: Koa & Walnut Jewelry Box
I had it shipped back. It weighed way too much and was pretty unwieldy too. Unfortunately the shipping was really expensive, even at the lowest rate.
posted: 1:16 pm on January 4thMy daughter loved it - she actually teared up a bit when she opened it.
Re: UPDATED: Giveaway and Poll: The Most Requested Woodworking Gifts of 2009
I think a shoulder or rabbet plane would be really useful. I have had several opportunities to use one lately, although I have never used one before.
posted: 2:01 pm on December 24thRe: A sure-fire sharpening method
I use the granite cutouts from where the sink would go in a countertop. I just went to the local granite store & they gave me a couple for free - they aren't any good to them anyway. The surface is flat, polished, and the weight of the stone means I don't have to secure it to the table.
posted: 1:33 pm on October 14th