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4th April 2018, 11:33 AM
Thread: Drilling a 13.5mm hole into end grain.
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Why not use a Forstner bit. They do well into...
Why not use a Forstner bit. They do well into end grain and you can use an extender. If you have a lathe it is easy. if the throat of your drill press is too short then move the table away and...
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2nd April 2018, 12:05 PM
Thread: Epoxy gum vein filling
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To clean up epoxy I use 91% Isopropyl Alcohol. ...
To clean up epoxy I use 91% Isopropyl Alcohol. It works great and also cleans it off my hands easily. I even use it to clean up dried epoxy. It works great and is less toxic then Acetone or methy...
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2nd April 2018, 11:48 AM
Thread: MARCH/APRIL2018 - Prize Draw # 122
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CLAIMED I'm in.
I'm in.
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2nd April 2018, 11:44 AM
Thread: No April Fools .........
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Warmer here in San Francisco, rain in two days,...
Warmer here in San Francisco, rain in two days, but sunny and crisp today
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25th March 2017, 02:28 PM
Thread: Done it now
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I hope that your ankle heals well. Do everything...
I hope that your ankle heals well. Do everything they say so that it heals properly.
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25th March 2017, 02:14 PM
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I use a thin card scraper and it does a really...
I use a thin card scraper and it does a really good job.
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27th November 2012, 05:59 PM
Thread: 2013 Australia Day Pen Swap
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Name: Cindy
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1st April 2012, 03:17 PM
Thread: 2012 Australia Day Pen Swap - Draw etc
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It is a Black Titanium Baron. The pen from...
It is a Black Titanium Baron. The pen from Sturina has become a favorite. I really like the weight and the fact that it is a very dependable click pen. This swap was fun. Sturina's pen makes me...
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26th January 2012, 05:00 PM
Thread: 2012 Australia Day Pen Swap - Draw etc
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PM sent to my swap mate. Glad to be doing...
PM sent to my swap mate. Glad to be doing another swap.
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13th January 2012, 06:10 PM
Thread: sheilas' sheds
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SOMETHING NEW! What is a shed? Being from the US I am...
What is a shed? Being from the US I am unfamiliar with this term.
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20th December 2011, 06:14 PM
Thread: 2012 Australia Day Pen Swap
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Please include me in this swap. I meet the most...
Please include me in this swap. I meet the most interesting turners doing this swap and have received the nicest pens.
OS or Dom, doesn't matter
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20th December 2011, 06:12 PM
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You can use the instructions that Whaler 1...
You can use the instructions that Whaler 1 posted, but you don't have to use all of the cap. I cut the cap off about 1/4" below the ridge and then you hole doesn't need to be as wide, but only wide...
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10th March 2011, 03:30 AM
Thread: 2011 Australia Day pen swap - Photographs
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Received my pen(s) from Cookie and they are...
Received my pen(s) from Cookie and they are beautifully made of Platypus Gum, with very nice workmanship. Then about a week later I got another box with really nice blanks all labeled so I can...
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23rd February 2011, 02:33 PM
Thread: Local Quilting Group............
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what do they look like?
what do they look like?
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23rd February 2011, 02:29 PM
Thread: Toni-NZ Earthquake
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Glad to hear that Toni is okay. Thought about...
Glad to hear that Toni is okay. Thought about her late last night when I heard news of the earthquake there in New Zealand.
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5th January 2011, 06:01 PM
Thread: Ebonite hybrid cigar
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Nice looking pen, did it smell bad when you...
Nice looking pen, did it smell bad when you turned it?
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5th January 2011, 05:56 PM
Thread: On the go again.
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Glad that you are able to turn again. You look...
Glad that you are able to turn again. You look like you are doing well at turning. Each day will make you stronger.
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11th December 2010, 03:57 AM
Thread: 2011 Australia Day pen swap
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I want to participate in this swap. It is always...
I want to participate in this swap. It is always fun to do. I will do international swap.
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13th August 2010, 12:51 PM
Thread: Sam in Hospital
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Hope that Sam is doing okay and hope that Pat can...
Hope that Sam is doing okay and hope that Pat can handle the stress and has lots of support. Lots of healing energy to both of them.
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31st July 2010, 07:55 AM
Thread: Polymer Clay Jnr. Emperor
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Really beautiful work and pen
Really beautiful work and pen
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15th March 2010, 03:00 PM
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This wood Gidgee is new to me. What kind of tree...
This wood Gidgee is new to me. What kind of tree is this from? I like the rollerball a lot due to the character of the wood.
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9th March 2010, 02:52 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day SWAP PENS
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All of the pens I have seen in this thread are...
All of the pens I have seen in this thread are really beautiful. I have sent Rum Pig his swap and it is now in the hands of the USPS. He sent me a note saying he will post mine shortly. Thanks to...
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6th January 2010, 05:11 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day PEN SWAP!
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Sent PM on first day, but don't see my name on...
Sent PM on first day, but don't see my name on list. Please add me to list. Have done this last two times and it was great.
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16th March 2009, 03:43 PM
Thread: X Cut Hackberry
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Gary, The pens look really nice. I like the...
Gary,
The pens look really nice. I like the one on the right the most. I think that they would look nice in Black Ti. It is nice to see some of your work here on this forum.
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9th March 2009, 04:27 AM
Thread: Re Webbing of chairs
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I haven't used either of these webbing since I am...
I haven't used either of these webbing since I am in the US. But in regards to spacing of webbing it should be easy to thread so there should be no overlapping but the tighter the weave the more...
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9th March 2009, 04:22 AM
Thread: Ryobi One 18V Cordless Hammer Drill
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DONE I have the 18volt set that I have used for the...
I have the 18volt set that I have used for the past 5 years. The batteries have held up well and I use it a lot. I have just purchased the new Li-ion battery and it is really good. Recharges in an...
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8th March 2009, 04:59 PM
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Thanks for the information regarding the pen kit....
Thanks for the information regarding the pen kit. I like it's lines.
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8th March 2009, 04:30 AM
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David, What is the kit on the left in your...
David,
What is the kit on the left in your picture above, and where did you get it?
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8th March 2009, 04:29 AM
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I think that these swaps are a great way to meet...
I think that these swaps are a great way to meet people, as David mentioned this is the second time we have done this swap with each other. I guess we are destined to stay in contact.:U
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Really nice looking pens.
Really nice looking pens.
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15th February 2009, 09:33 AM
Thread: Purple Imperial Stone Sierra X-Cut
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Do you mean corn flour or corn meal? I am...
Do you mean corn flour or corn meal? I am confused by this slurry component. Can you explain more?
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There are really good directions on the IAP...
There are really good directions on the IAP website, in the library. There is also good instructions on the [url]www.woodturningonline.com[/url on how to make a pen press.
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9th February 2009, 05:05 PM
Thread: How is everyone?
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I am so sorry about your friend's loss of his...
I am so sorry about your friend's loss of his brother-in-law. My thoughts go out to all of those affected by these fires and floods.
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9th February 2009, 03:18 PM
Thread: How is everyone?
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Thanks for the information. I hope that things...
Thanks for the information. I hope that things will settle and that everyone will be safe. I will continue to follow what's happening and send positive energy and thoughts in your direction. Good...
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9th February 2009, 12:02 PM
Thread: How is everyone?
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How is everyone?
I have been reading about the fires you are having in Australia. I know that the fires are devastating and I am concerned and hoping that everyone is okay. Not being from Australia I am not...
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1st February 2009, 06:20 AM
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swap
Thanks for putting this together. I am from IAP, as well as, TPS and here. Looks like this will be fun.
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24th January 2009, 04:02 AM
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Count me in
Sam,
I will do a second if needed. Just let me know. It is always a great way to meet folks all over the world.:U -
8th December 2008, 01:58 PM
Thread: Pen site launch
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Nice site, easy navigation. Good pictures. Keep...
Nice site, easy navigation. Good pictures. Keep up the nice work.
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8th December 2008, 01:51 PM
Thread: Tutorial For Rifle Cartridge Bullet Pen
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Sticky: Les, Thank you for this great tutorial. Made...
Les,
Thank you for this great tutorial. Made is very understandable and the pictures made everything very clear. I have only done one and now I will be more likely to tackle more.
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8th December 2008, 01:12 PM
Thread: U & BEAUT IN USA for a while
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Greetings
Greetings from San Francisco, my home town. how long are you in town? Do you need any suggestions for eating or sightseeing? You can reach me at 415-902-8594 if you have any questions. I would be...
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2nd December 2008, 06:21 PM
Thread: Rubber finger grips ????
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I make a lot of these pens and it is easier if...
I make a lot of these pens and it is easier if you make the tube the regular length and then cut off 1" from the nib end. This way you get a closer fit to the wide end of the rubber or silicone. I...
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2nd December 2008, 04:07 PM
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Count me in on this one. OS or Dom it doesn't...
Count me in on this one. OS or Dom it doesn't matter to me.:wink:
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9th November 2008, 12:13 PM
Thread: covering boxes
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It is similar to doing an ottoman, but you would...
It is similar to doing an ottoman, but you would need a thinner/weight of leather and you need to skiv the corners so that it will lie flat. Sunset magazine put out a great upholstery book many...
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3rd October 2008, 11:20 AM
Thread: Cypress pine Sierras
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Sam, Where is the thread for the finish? Cindy
Sam,
Where is the thread for the finish?
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3rd October 2008, 11:13 AM
Thread: Tulip Churchill
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Very nicely done. Nice finish.
Very nicely done. Nice finish.
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3rd October 2008, 11:10 AM
Thread: Neopean Eggplant
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Sam, You do exquisite work! I really like the...
Sam,
You do exquisite work! I really like the color of this one.
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30th September 2008, 02:30 PM
Thread: NSW 80yr old Olive
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beautiful wood, I would be happy to try some for...
beautiful wood, I would be happy to try some for you to save you the work. Send it and I will post pics when completed. I know that several of us would willingly help you out.:2tsup:
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30th September 2008, 02:12 PM
Thread: Latest project
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Nice looking sets. Can you post a close-up? ...
Nice looking sets. Can you post a close-up?
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30th September 2008, 02:10 PM
Thread: This isn't really a rule, is it?
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beautiful pen
beautiful pen
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24th August 2008, 03:47 AM
Thread: Acrylic Pens
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I do acrylics and if I round off the edges it...
I do acrylics and if I round off the edges it starts easier. I use a gouge and skew, but they are both sharp. In drilling it helps to bring the drill bit out often and then no melting. I finish...