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11th February 2024, 08:18 AM
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Advanced Bandsawn Box making workshop with Alan Williams
Alan Williams Advanced Bandsawn Box making Skills Workshop at Artisans On The Hill - 10th, 11th & 12th May 2024
This 3 day workshop with Alan is SKILLS based (not project based)
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11th February 2024, 08:15 AM
Thread: An amazing weekend
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Advanced Skills workshop with Alan Williams
Alan Williams Advanced Bandsawn Box making Skills Workshop at Artisans On The Hill - 10th, 11th & 12th May 2024
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4th September 2023, 11:45 AM
Thread: An amazing weekend
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Another workshop coming up!
Alan is holding another workshop - 27th to 29th October 2023.
Only 1 spot left as I write this.
Call me for more info if you are interested.
Cheers
Peter
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4th September 2023, 11:35 AM
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HEADS UP Last spot available
Only 1 spot left - first in gets it!
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30th August 2023, 06:03 PM
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HEADS UP October dates for Alan Williams Bandsawn Box Workshop
Alan's last workshop for 2023 is 27th to 29th October at Artisans On The Hill.
I know how good Alan is, but don't just take my word for it. To give you an idea of what his workshops are like, check... -
25th February 2023, 09:12 AM
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HEADS UP Late vacancy in Alan Williams Bandsawn Box workshop
We have vacancies in Alan's workshops coming up in March, due to the reluctant withdrawal of a couple of participants (keep our deposit and make sure we are in the next one they said!)
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30th June 2022, 05:27 PM
Thread: Alan Williams Workshop
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HEADS UP Alan Williams Workshop
It has been a few years since Alan last held a workshop, but with things settling down now, he has agreed to hold a 3 day Bandsawn Box workshop on 16th, 17th, 18th September 2022 at Artisans On The...
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14th May 2019, 03:44 PM
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Artisans On The Hill will be there with our own...
Artisans On The Hill will be there with our own stand this year. (I will still be on the Trend stand as well)
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13th May 2019, 07:54 AM
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Thanks Orraloon - Link fixed
Thanks Orraloon - Link fixed
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12th May 2019, 05:45 PM
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Gaining and Honing your Woodworking Skills
Many people look at individual aspects of woodworking and immediately make the judgement "That is not my thing!"
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9th May 2019, 11:30 PM
Thread: An amazing weekend
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We had a really great weekend with the...
We had a really great weekend with the participants at Alan's last workshop - all newbies to the craft and all did extremely well.
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20th February 2019, 08:41 AM
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Great opportunity to learn from the Master!
Alan Williams is a world class woodworker, with princes and presidents globally as collectors of his pieces.
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29th October 2018, 11:24 PM
Thread: Dust Protection & Glasses
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For ultimate dust protection (works well with...
For ultimate dust protection (works well with glasses and a beard) is the Trend Airshield.
Not the cheapest thing around, but offers both dust and full head protection.
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29th October 2018, 11:20 PM
Thread: looking for a good timber supply
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Not sure about the Ply, but beautiful timbers at...
Not sure about the Ply, but beautiful timbers at Trend Timbers
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24th October 2018, 08:24 AM
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HEADS UP URGENT - Have a cancellation so a spot is available - Alan Williams Workshop
For anyone interested in learning the secrets to making world class Bandsawn Boxes, which you then apply to the rest of your woodworking.....
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18th August 2018, 11:59 AM
Thread: Alan Williams Workshop opportunity
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Alan Williams Workshop opportunity
Alan is holding his 3 day Bandsawn Box workshop at Artisans in November.
The advertised dates are full, with a few on the waiting list.... so.....
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20th February 2018, 07:01 PM
Thread: Alan Williams - a class from the Master
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Final spot was filled by a lucky visitor from...
Final spot was filled by a lucky visitor from England!
A magic weekend, and this is from an email sent to me yesterday from one of the participants:
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20th January 2018, 11:09 AM
Thread: Alan Williams - a class from the Master
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Unusual - but still have that one spot left for...
Unusual - but still have that one spot left for Alan's workshop.
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4th January 2018, 10:54 AM
Thread: Alan Williams - a class from the Master
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Alan Williams - a class from the Master
While Alan's major claim to fame is his global domination when it comes to Bandsaw Boxes, I have found the techniques he employs have helped me so much in my general woodwork, hence the post here....
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30th June 2017, 10:11 AM
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URGENT - Have a couple of spots available - Alan Williams Workshop
Due to the sudden un-availability of a couple of potential workshoppers, we have a couple of spots available in Alan Williams 3 day workshop next weekend (8, 9 & 10 July).
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9th June 2017, 11:00 PM
Thread: Opportunity to learn from a Master
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Opportunity to learn from a Master
I hope this post is OK with the mods.
I am pleased to announced that my mate, Alan Williams will be with me at the Sydney Woodshow.
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18th April 2017, 06:00 PM
Thread: Alan Williams at Trend Open Days
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Looks like you will have to bring "your Alan"...
Looks like you will have to bring "your Alan" along to the Sydney Woodshow so he can have a chat to "the other Alan" and compare notes!
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16th March 2017, 06:51 AM
Thread: Trend Timbers Open Days
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HEADS UP Only 1 more sleep!! Heading down this morning -...
Only 1 more sleep!!
Heading down this morning - pushing on through the rain!
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9th March 2017, 08:18 PM
Thread: Alan Williams at Trend Open Days
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Alan Williams at Trend Open Days
Anyone interested in chatting to Alan (who can count Princes and Presidents as collectors of his works) should head to Trend Timbers on Friday 17th or Saturday 18th March.
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9th March 2017, 08:07 PM
Thread: Trend Timbers Open Days
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HEADS UP Trend Timbers Open Days
Trend Timbers in Windsor (NSW) are having open days on 17th & 18th March.
Apart from Yours Truly doing some demos on the Cougar Lathe, they will have several clubs and industry people doing demos.
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10th April 2015, 07:35 PM
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Trend Timbers Open Days 17 & 18 April - Laguna machinery demos and lots more
Heading down to Trend next week for their open days.
I get to play with some of their lovely timbers while demonstrating on Trends Cougar Lathe.
Come and say Hi and have a chat.
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18th February 2015, 06:57 AM
Thread: Artisan Expo THIS WEEKEND
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HEADS UP Thanks Neil Think the rain is mostly up north -...
Thanks Neil
Think the rain is mostly up north - look OK here.
Happy for you to stay in your camper - with regard to help - we will play that one by ear.....
Just enjoy the show!
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17th February 2015, 09:51 PM
Thread: Artisan Expo THIS WEEKEND
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HEADS UP Artisan Expo THIS WEEKEND
Who is coming to Taree (well - Mondrook actually) this Friday, Saturday or Sunday for the annual Artisan Expo.
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25th January 2015, 09:52 AM
Thread: Artisan Expo on again!
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Artisan Expo on again!
FYI all Woodworkers and lovers of fine, hand made stuff!
This not to be missed event is on again - February 20, 21 & 22 at Artisans on the Hill near Taree.
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16th February 2014, 09:04 PM
Thread: Artisans Expo ON AGAIN - who is coming?
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HEADS UP February!!
Sorry Guys - Next Weekend is Expo - 21, 22 & 23 February 2014......
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16th February 2014, 08:16 AM
Thread: The Master at Expo
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The Master at Expo
Just to let you know, arguably the world's best bandsaw box maker, Alan Williams will be at Artisans Expo this coming weekend (21st to 23rd Feb 2014.)
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14th February 2014, 10:13 PM
Thread: Artisans Expo ON AGAIN - who is coming?
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HEADS UP Artisans Expo ON AGAIN - who is coming?
The annual gathering of some of Australia's best artisans and select suppliers
Friday 21st, Sat 22nd, Sun 23rd at Artisans On The Hill near Taree.
Lots of exhibitors & working artisans:
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26th November 2013, 05:41 PM
Thread: Robbos Rambles.
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Think you will find it is all sealed now Ray....
Think you will find it is all sealed now Ray.
Was discussing that route with today. Gloucester, Nowendoc, Walcha, Uralla, Armidale.
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23rd November 2013, 09:18 PM
Thread: Robbos Rambles.
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Robbo, Plenty room here for the camper if you...
, Plenty room here for the camper if you wanna bunk here before the trek across the range to Armidale
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22nd November 2013, 11:43 PM
Thread: Robbos Rambles.
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Hey Robbo If you are travelling down the Pacific...
Hey
If you are travelling down the Pacific Highway, hope you call on out to Artisans for a cuppa!
Only 10 mins off the highway near Taree
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8th October 2013, 10:59 AM
Thread: Auctions Question
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Thanks Neil When I went into compatibility view...
Thanks Neil
When I went into compatibility view settings, woodwork forums was listed - removed from the list and it now seems to work fine...
Go figure!!
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8th October 2013, 09:20 AM
Thread: Auctions Question
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Thanks Neil Tried with Google Chrome and it...
Thanks Neil
Tried with Google Chrome and it worked
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6th October 2013, 09:48 AM
Thread: Auctions Question
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Problem viewing info on Auctions pages
Hi Guys
Having problems with the new Auctions section.
The details in the posts are not showing up on screen. This applies to both text and images.
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Am using Explorer 9 on Windows 7
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25th September 2013, 09:04 AM
Thread: Driving Canberra to Brisbane
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HI Trav Would love you to call in for a cuppa &...
HI Trav
Would love you to call in for a cuppa & check out the Gallery & Workshop at Artisans On The Hill on the way back.
We are only 10 mins off the highway, near Taree.
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17th September 2013, 01:44 PM
Thread: Rare Chairs - Canbera Show
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About thigh high on my left leg!
About thigh high on my left leg!
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17th September 2013, 12:58 PM
Thread: Rare Chairs - Canbera Show
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Been there - Did It!!
Just arrived home from 11 days at Moonan Brook with Howard and 2 other guys. We participated in Howard inaugural woven seat Ladderback Chair masterclass.
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12th June 2013, 08:05 PM
Thread: Must See in Sydney
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Hi Joel I am sure you will love your stay on Oz!...
Hi Joel
I am sure you will love your stay on Oz!
I can offer my place for a visit if you have the time.
We are about 3 hours drive north of Sydney in the beautiful Manning Valley.
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15th April 2013, 08:51 AM
Thread: My big birthday surprise!
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My big birthday surprise!
Just have to share what my wife and some friends did for me on my "significant" birthday a couple of days ago.
They presented me with a voucher to do Howard Archbolds Ladderback Chair Masterclass in... -
14th March 2013, 10:18 PM
Thread: Trend Timbers Open Day
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HI Crowie Was chatting to Adrian from Trend...
HI Crowie
Was chatting to Adrian from Trend today - "The axe" will be there - but probably not Neil.
I will be coming down from Taree - doing some demos on the Cougar lathe
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22nd February 2013, 08:26 PM
Thread: Artisans Expo is on again!
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HEADS UP Sorry you couldn't make it but I do understand....
Sorry you couldn't make it but I do understand.
The 100 or so brave souls who did visit today had a great day "up close and personal" with the artisans in attendance.
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19th February 2013, 09:12 AM
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Thanks for the phone call Brandi. We are looking...
Thanks for the phone call Brandi.
We are looking forward to having you again at Alans workshop. Glad to hear you have taken lots of the skills he taught you last year on board and that your boxes... -
19th February 2013, 06:16 AM
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Don't shy away from fame Bob! Did you enjoy...
Don't shy away from fame Bob!
Did you enjoy working with Alan last year? Was the 2 day workshop worth it?
Are you bringing some of your "homework" to show Alan at Expo?
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17th February 2013, 01:14 PM
Thread: Artisans Expo is on again!
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HEADS UP OK - Expo on next week - number of demonstrators...
OK - Expo on next week - number of demonstrators & exhibitors has grown.
Who is coming?
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17th February 2013, 08:33 AM
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Want to take your boxes to the next level?
Just a reminder that Alan Williams will be holding a 2 day, hands on workshop for 6 lucky people on Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th Feb at Artisans On The Hill.
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30th January 2013, 09:18 PM
Thread: Artisans Expo is on again!
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HEADS UP Update on another exhibitor - The Axe will be there
Just found out that Neil is bringing "The Axe" along to display at Expo. For those who do not know, "The Axe" is Neil's 2.6m long chopper (motor bike) he had built from timber.
Checking out this...