rhclapper63

Ravenna, MI, US
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I love to work with wood, Pen turning is big. Motor cycling is another huge hobby with me and my wife.


Recent comments


Re: Book Giveaway: Furniture Restoration - Step-by-Step Tips and Techniques for Professional Results

I have always wanted to do restoration projects. I was driving one day, and seen an "old" chair on the side of the road. It appeared to be in pretty good shape overall,, two rear legs broke, and some added paint from the years pryor,, but I thought,, I am going to redo this chair,, I know it could be a beautiful piece of furniture again,, and so, I loaded it up, and stuck it in my loft above my work shop,, hoping one day to be able to redo it. If I had instruction, like this publication would provide me, I am betting I would be able to accomplish this task. Thank you for the oppertunity.

posted: 9:39 am on April 17th  

Re: Furniture Maker's Shop Destroyed by Fire

Mark
I feel for you and your loss. Prayfuuly, it is not really a loss, and you has insurance. i had a fire myself, and everything was distroyed including eveything in my ome. (fire place)Fire surpressent equipment is a "MUST" in any shop and home.
I am a huge fan of safety equipment, better know as PPE.
I see all to aften crafters NOT using eye protection, breathing apparatises, ect,,,. this is no exception. i see a picture of Mark using one of his band saws, with NO safety glasses or shield. This is not an isolated incident I am sure.
It is imparitive that we show our next generation of crafters that saefty has to be number one rule. No glasses,, no power for any tools,,, i have both of my eyes, and all of my fingers,, of course I ask for Gods protection when I walk through the shop door too,, but I have my safety stuff sitting on my bench, waiting for my next project.
Work safe, and live to enjoy another day with family.

posted: 9:07 am on February 25th