Next Vic turnfest?

[rsser]

There was some interest in another turnfest with a focus on deep hollowing.

I'm happy to volunteer again, looking at a Sat or Sun early April.

If we can get another volunteer with a mobile lathe then we can multiply the demo/practice options.

So let us know if you're interested, and what you're interested in seeing demo'd. Also prefs for the date.

And to add: for turners who are new or feel they're inexperienced, this will be another day for all comers, to yarn, watch and/or have a go as it takes you.

Also, as folk have a range of commitments, depending on what you want to see and try, I'll have a go at setting up a program for the day.

Options might be:

1. Deep hollowing demo (will approach a bank to show how this is done :p ; if not, I can happily show you how to go through the side of a vessel :wink: ).

2. Spindle turning (will be hard to beat 's demo at the last but one but we'll try :; ).

3. Goblet turning (hope we can tear Skew away from his new shed for the day :? )

4. Pencil jar or lidded box (reckon DJ can help with this :) )

5. Sorby texturing and spiralling tool (er, another one for DJ I reckon :2tsup: ).

6. Other: let us know.

If rodent and Fred can demo the barbie trick again that would be awesome (drool).

Country and interstate visitors - we can find a bed for you so don't hold back.
.

[DJ’s Timber]

Or we could hold it at my joint and I can do some milling demos as well, will have my sawmill up and going in the next week or so hopefully

[Calm]

Where ever it is or whatever day i will be there.

These are DONT MISS events enjoyed by all who attend.

[Big Shed]

Hope to be there!:2tsup: Didn't vote, there is no "either" option.

(David, are you bringing your "mobile" VL300?:D)

[Calm]

Hope to be there!:2tsup: Didn't vote, there is no "either" option.

(David, are you bringing your "mobile" VL300?:D)

With luck

[rsser]

DJ, that's kind of you. I'm easy.

Fred, sorry, should've thought of that.

Tried to edit; too late.

So folks, if it's 'either', as well as a preferred date and preferred 'wanna see', post it here.

[Edit: DJ has now kindly added the 'either' option.}

[DJ’s Timber]

Fred, sorry, shoud've thought of that.

Tried to edit; too late.



Have added "either" to the poll :;

[rsser]

.... phew, thought the faeries were about when I checked second time!

Thanks DJ.

[rsser]

And what about a sharpening clinic?!

'Bring your downtrodden, your weary, your comprehensively screwed up tools ...'

[hughie]

And what about a sharpening clinic?!

'Bring your downtrodden, your weary, your comprehensively screwed up tools ...


That is a great idea. :2tsup: Its something that we all have to learn and it can be quite a steep curve, not to mention the frustration of grinding away good tool steel............grrrrh!

[Allan at Wallan]

Look forward to attending ... either Ern's or
DJ's is ok.

Sold my existing lathe (Elu) today and pick up my
Woodfast Midi M305 from Jim Carroll when our club,
(Northern Woodturners), visit him on 16th Feb.
Jim has a special New Year price on the Woodfast
... it was $540 in November and now $399.

Like to Skew in action again on a goblet and DJ
make a lidded box.

Allan

___________________________________________

I once stole a calendar - and got 12 months.

[rsser]

That is a great idea. :2tsup: Its something that we all have to learn and it can be quite a steep curve, not to mention the frustration of grinding away good tool steel............grrrrh!

And we could run a parallel seminar of theorists :p

[rowie]

Would love to make this one, wherever it is! would be able to offer portable mini-lathe and mini-bandsaw, and any turning/sharpening demos. Timber blanks as well if needed.

[powderpost]

Pity Melbourne is so far away...:((
Jim

[Calm]

Pity Melbourne is so far away...:((
Jim

Pickup from the airport can be arranged.:2tsup:


Cliff - thats Melbourne, Ballarat or Essendon.

[Gra]

Have already worded up the minister of finance, so Let me know a data and I will get a leave pass, would prefer a Sunday as the Kids have swimming Saturday morning :shrug: , but can work with either


Looking forward to it already.

[scooter]

Yep, sounds good, I can bring the "blue meanie" (lathe) again if that suits OK.

Happy to bring anyone else from the SE suburbs for the ride.

I'd like to repeat the part of Ern's invite,
NEW TURNERS MOST WELCOME.


These days are good fun and you have the opportunity to ask for advice from some pretty experienced turners (not me, obviously :D). Or just stand around BSing all day, that's cool too. :)


Cheers........................Sean

[Waldo]

G'day,

I'll be there, so long it's a Saturday.

[tea lady]

Cool. Can I come? I know nothing. Quite good at BSing all day though!:D And I have ambition.

Ummmmmm1 Should I bring tiquila?

[dai sensei]

Depends on the timing, I have a few trips planned for this year, I'd love to come down.

[Stuart]

Just please don't clash with my rapidly filling dance card (again)! I hate missing all these get-togethers! So much to learn, so little time.....

[Skew ChiDAMN!!]

AFAIK, Rod & Fred haven't been paying close attentions to the forums. (tsk, tsk!)

I'll drop a gentle hint or two about the upcoming Ernfest next time I see 'em. Something subtle, but no so much so that they'll miss the hint. Perhaps something like "Youse mugs're already booked to demo the barby at the next Ernfest." :roll:

[scooter]

I'll drop a gentle hint or two about the upcoming Ernfest next time I see 'em. Something subtle, but no so much so that they'll miss the hint. Perhaps something like "Youse mugs're already booked to demo the barby at the next Ernfest." :roll:

Like it. Discreet but effective. :D

[rsser]

'bout as discreet as a 'french screwdriver' :D

[But thanks Skew].

Thanks for the lathe offer Sean and Rowie; Rowie's a good bit closer so the blue meanie can rest its bearings for a day :wink:. Rowie, will take you up on your demo offerings thanks; let's tie it down closer to the date.

Once Astrid is a bit clearer on the darksiders' gathering in Brighton I'll put up a poll on dates. She's looking at April 13 & 20 (both are Sundays).

[rsser]

Tea lady, you'll be very welcome.

There is a dress code though I'm afraid ( ... thought we didn't have standards eh?). The minimum is trakky daks, steel toed moccas, torn T-shirt and safety glasses. Sheilas can wear aprons but only if they're leather.

But seriously folks, pls everyone bring safety glasses or a visor.

Gra, all other things equal, I'm leaning to a Sat since Waldo has missed out on two Sundays so far. (Two weeks ago I would've said, also since I ride on Sundays but have since picked up 5 points to add the the existing 3; aaaarrrggggh (insert choking noise icon here.))

[Big Shed]

(Two weeks ago I would've said, also since I ride on Sundays but have since picked up 5 points to add the the existing 3; aaaarrrggggh (insert choking noise icon here.))

Is that brownie points Ern?:rolleyes:

[DJ’s Timber]

But seriously folks, pls everyone bring safety glasses or a visor.

Gra, all other things equal, I'm leaning to a Sat since Waldo has missed out on two Sundays so far.

And earmuffs too, in case some loud machinery is used.

My thoughts are the same too Ern, let some of the people that can't do a Sunday come to a Saturday do :2tsup:. In fact I think I'll change my vote to a Saturday instead of either :;

[Calm]

In fact I think I'll change my vote to a Saturday instead of either :;

You are one of the few that can do that. DJ


(Two weeks ago I would've said, also since I ride on Sundays but have since picked up 5 points to add the the existing 3; aaaarrrggggh (insert choking noise icon here.))

Ern i went from 11 (for 12 months) back to 6 last November so i still have some to play with.

[DJ’s Timber]

You are one of the few that can do that. DJ


Wonder why that is :roll:

[rsser]

OK kiddies, to quote a phrase :D

Yep, ear protection too.

[hughie]

mutter, mutter

OHS....boots, earmuffs, glasses, gloves,visors,dust masks, turning tools.

Gonna need a steamer trunk to get it all there and maybe get done as a interstate terrorist.

:U

will probably bring down a few experimental hollowers for evaluation or debunking

[tea lady]

mutter, mutter

OHS....boots, earmuffs, glasses, gloves,visors,dust masks, turning tools.

Gonna need a steamer trunk to get it all there and maybe get done as a interstate terrorist.

:U

will probably bring down a few experimental hollowers for evaluation or debunking

So, ummm! Who's bringin' the wood?:?

[astrid]

Hi tea lady,

Isn't that funny,
I had to remind them about wood last time:U
Us girls is practical things.
Love to come Ern, either day is fine by me.
dont know if i'm into turning (I like my fingers the way they are)
But tool sharpening sounds good, I'll bring a few to practice on
Plus eye and ear protection for tea lady and I.

Astrid

[DJ’s Timber]

So, ummm! Who's bringin' the wood?:?

That will most likely fall to myself, hmmm what to bring, got some Blackwood that might be getting dry enough for turning now, maybe some Redgum or Yellowbox :doh:. Got some biggish pieces of Golden Ash that might be alright if it hasn't split to much through the guts, would need to look further in to that one, same for some Black?? Wattle.

[Calm]

I have been thinking of buying a "Bowl Saver" would be a good chance to get a demo (how to use) from a more experienced turner if that is possible. I dont mind not being the first to use it.

I am pretty sure Jim has some in stock - unless i get a better brand recomendation.

What do you think Ern will that fit into the program??

[DJ’s Timber]

Dave, if the bowl saver is for your current lathe, it won't cope with it, they need a fair bit of torque to use them and you'll flog your lathe to death.

But you're more than welcome to buy one to use on my lathe :U and I'll look after it for you :2tsup:

[hughie]

I could bring some but might be a tad close to the limit as it is. Will have a look at it on the day and see what fits in.

[Waldo]

Gra, all other things equal, I'm leaning to a Sat since Waldo has missed out on two Sundays so far.

:2tsup:

:hug:

Never seen a Viking wear earmuffs, have you? :U

[tea lady]

Plus eye and ear protection for tea lady and I.

Astrid

Harrumff!! I've got my own eye and ear protection.:p Use it for pottery, mixing glazes with power tools. And Soldering electronics.

Should I go through the wood pile to see if any of that gravillia that fell over is still in one piece? Of course hasn't been sealed or anything like I've read about to dry wood for turning, but could be lucky? (My husband has a mortal fear of stuff so if anything looks like I might decide its useful he throws it away or cuts it up. Strange isn't he?:?)

[rsser]

Hi TL,

Thanks for the offer of grevillia. By all means bring it along.

Once we have a clear idea of what folk want to see demo'd or want to try out, I'll be organising blanks to suit the applications.

DJ, that'd be great. Can't have too much acacia ;-}

As usual folk, we'll have a table for giveaways, swaps or sales.

[Cliff Rogers]

Pity Melbourne is so far away...:((
Jim


Pickup from the airport can be arranged.:2tsup:


Cliff - thats Melbourne, Ballarat or Essendon.
If you picked us up from the Mareeba Airport, both Jim & I could come, mind you, I'm not sure I'd want to sit in the back seat with Jim all the way from Mareeba to Melnourne. :think: :D

[astrid]

Apologies to tea lady:U

Astrid

[Calm]

Plus eye and ear protection for tea lady and I.

Astrid


Harrumff!! I've got my own eye and ear protection.:p Use it for pottery, mixing glazes with power tools. And Soldering electronics.


Apologies to tea lady:U

Astrid

Ern the women are sharpening the claws already. This could be more interesting than Scooter and DJ with the hammers - Cant wait for the day to start.:D:D:D:2tsup:

[bowl-basher]

This sounds like somthing a novice lik me should try and attend :2tsup:
The question is where would this take place???

[DJ’s Timber]

This sounds like somthing a novice lik me should try and attend :2tsup:
The question is where would this take place???

As the header says "Next Vic turnfest" which means Melbourne.

[Calm]

As the header says "Next Vic turnfest" which means Melbourne.

Just 2 hours from home for you. 30 minutes to airport, 1 hr to Melbourne, 20 minutes to Erns place.:D:D

[tea lady]

Yes I'm slightly wondering where this afore mentioned turn fest is taking place. Which corner of Melbourne? Kinda presumed someone would tell us before the day. "Ern's place" doesn't come up in the phone book. Am saving up for the petrol just in case. I live right over the east side. Might need a cut lunch too.:oo:

[DJ’s Timber]

Ern's place is in Reservoir, if you like I might be able to swing by and pick you up or you could meet me at say Lilydale and I'll take you the rest of the way

[tea lady]

Cheezez! Couldn't you get any further away? Oh well. Better find my street directory.:D

[Waldo]

Cheezez! Couldn't you get any further away? Oh well. Better find my street directory.:D

I'd better too. Reservoir, that's a thing that holds water doesn't it? :?

(I still don't know where's what down here) :U

[Cliff Rogers]

Geeze Waldo, get yer act together bloke, I found my way from Beaumaris to Warrandyte & then to Reservoir & back to Beaumaris in a borrowed car with the road map on the seat beside me. :rolleyes: (I got lost in Ern's street 'cos there are 2 houses with the same number. :-)

[tea lady]

(I got lost in Ern's street 'cos there are 2 houses with the same number. :-)

Aaah! File that away. :? So how did you find it? Stop the car a listen for machinery sounds and swearing?

[Cliff Rogers]

I rang him, had to ring a couple of times before he heard me. :D

Ern is about halfway along near a speed bump, the other house with the same number is actually on a corner & that number is for the cross street but it faces onto Ern's street.

[rsser]

Thanks Cliff.

Yep, just find the speed hump, or the tallest tree in the street. Euc. citriodora.

Anyone who needs the address, email me via dropdown box on username or via address below. It's 10 mins from the Ring Road, 20 from Tulla, 30 from the CBD.

Added: actually pls don't PM me, email direct: ern_at_reeders(dot)net

..... Drop the underscores, replace 'at' with you know what and (dot) with, well, a dot ;-}

[Sarge]

Thanks Cliff.

Yep, just find the speed hump, or the tallest tree in the street. Euc. citriadora.

Anyone who needs the address, PM me. It's 10 mins from the Ring Road, 20 from Tulla, 30 from the CBD.

Added: actually pls don't PM me, email direct: ern_at_reeders(dot)net

..... Drop the underscores, replace 'at' with you know what and (dot) with, well, a dot ;-}

And only 5 minutes from my place, gotta love it :U

[rsser]

And only 5 minutes from my place, gotta love it :U

Goodo. Look forward to meeting you Sarge.

For folk coming from the East or South East, avoid High St. It's a pox.

St George's Rd is best, or for those from the East, the Eastern fleaway, Chandler H'way, Station St., left at Darebin rd, right at Albert - if I can recall correctly.

Any case, closer to the date I'll ask for confirmation via the email address above and attach details and a map to the reply email.

For interstaters, I'll put Hughie up and may have space for you too Dai Sensei depending on whether the missus is away; if not, can anyone else help?

[Calm]

For interstaters, I'll put Hughie up and may have space for you too Dai Sensei depending on whether the missus is away; if not, can anyone else help?

Ern as always i am in Ballarat but willing to help in anyway i can. Transport or whatever. Just tell me what you want done.

The Bowl Saver is a good possibility if it fits in with the program.

[DJ’s Timber]

For interstaters, I'll put Hughie up and may have space for you too Dai Sensei depending on whether the missus is away; if not, can anyone else help?

I've got a couple of spare beds here if needed :2tsup:

[dai sensei]

I've got a couple of spare beds here if needed :2tsup:

Thanks for the offer DJ & rsser, but my mother and my 2 sisters live in Melbourne, if I don't stay with them I'm dead meat :- I will let you know closer to the date if I can be there, but I would love to come. I usually catch a taxi from airport or get picked up, travel to my mum's, then use her car.

Reservior may be a long way out, but after coming from the Gold Coast, it's not that much further

Cheers

[rowie]

Thanks for the lathe offer Sean and Rowie; Rowie's a good bit closer so the blue meanie can rest its bearings for a day :wink:. Rowie, will take you up on your demo offerings thanks; let's tie it down closer to the date.
No worries Ern, thanks. As I also said earlier, I can bring some nice wood:2tsup: to turn into sawdust'n'shavings( depends whose turning!):C
The VS mini can handle ^ 6" over the bed, about 12" length(?)
Enough for a goblet, small bowl, lidded container, etc.
I don't have a 4-jaw for it though, as it is #1 taper. Do have faceplate & drives. If someone can supply a #1 Morse taper chuck on the day will make things a bit quicker:2tsup:

[rowie]

OK kiddies, to quote a phrase :D

Yep, ear protection too.
WHAT?:D:D:DSorry, I'm a bit deaf

[Skew ChiDAMN!!]

FWIW, it appears the BBQ demo has been sorted. :;

[rsser]

Thanks Rowie. What's the spindle thread specs?

Skew, thanks; good news (phew.).

[bowl-basher]

ThankS DJ I recon I earned that......:B
What I ment to ask is is this in the Melbourne suburbs or out of town as "She who must be obayed" comes from Caufield I may be able to convince her that it is a good time to visit the rellies.

[rowie]

Thanks Rowie. What's the spindle thread specs?

All fixed mate.
Have chuck, will travel:2tsup:

[tea lady]

Dug out the gravilia. Some 12 inch lengths, heartwood is 2 to 4 inches diam, but sapwood has tiny borer holes all through.:oo: Any good? Can I do anything to kill borer? Holes just added interest:cool:, or lose sapwood anyway?:?

[rodent]

So you've got it all sorted out have you skew .Good for you . Now we will be bringing the big bbq ie .the new one .in the trailer . ILL bring a chocolate ripple cake . crazyscew ( fred ) will do some pancakes if some one can bring some jam for them . So that's Jess , fred and I .Oh ear muffs , suitable foot ware , eye protection , and a leather apron for Jess , and can she use an ipod instead of ear muffs ? Now we know were when will it be ern .

[rsser]

Fantastic Rodney and Fred.

We have plenty of home-made jam for the pancakes.

Ipod instead of ear-muffs should be fine so long as Jess is playing a recording of a lathe.

Date: will put up a poll shortly. Looking at 1st or 2nd Sat in April.

Tea Lady, it's prob. not worth the effort thanks all the same.

[RETIRED]

Any W/e except the 23rd or 24th. Or the long w/e in march.

[tea lady]

Oh Well!
I'll just bring my ear muffs and eye protection!!
2nd Saturday better for me. Do a market on first Saturday.

[thumbsucker]

I would be interested in coming along.

I have a nice pice of chinese elm thanks to astrid that I am told would turn nicely and has been drying now for six months 8 by the time the turnfest comes around.

[rsser]

Be good to see you here TS. Been reading your plane blade making posts with interest.

So if the ole brain box has been working, folks seem to be interested in:

* sharpening
* hollowing tools
* the VM hollowing rest
* goblet turning
* bowl saving (aka coring)
* types of spindle gouges and their uses
* using the Sorby spiralling/texturing tool
* turning a lidded box
Added: turning a tea-cup saucer

Let me know if I've missed anything or if there's anything you'd like to add.

Maybe a session on bowl design and turning techniques?

And to emphasise again, you don't have to be a whizz bang turner to attend. There'll be plenty of opportunity to watch, ask questions and/or have a go.

And if anyone has a CCTV setup, that would be very welcome.

[Big Shed]

On that note, if anyone has a Sorby Spindlemaster, could they bring it along? Wouldn't mind having a look at one.

[Skew ChiDAMN!!]

On that note, if anyone has a Sorby Spindlemaster, could they bring it along? Wouldn't mind having a look at one.

I've got the little one; I'm not sure whether 'tis 1/2" or the "micro" as I never use it... 'tis part of my obligatory dust collecting display. :roll:

If I remember to bring it along and if Ern is having another tool swap I'll probably throw it on the table for around $30-$40.

[Elbow]

Like to come along again Ern, I have a Munro hollowing tool if you want me to bring it.
Allan

[rsser]

Oh yeah, tool/wood table is definately on again.

How else am I going to get rid of my unused toys and replace them with other folks' unused toys? :-

Allan, thanks for the offer. I've got one so let's wear out my HSS :wink: But if you can demo how to sharpen the little b*ggers ...

[scooter]

I should be able to come along, Ern, will apply for the day off once the date is finalised.

Looking forward to it. Rodent & Fred cooking - :2tsup:


Cheers....................Sean

[govarney]

Wow. This sounds great !!!

I'd love to be there too.

[Grumpy John]

I will definitely be there. These events are great for sharing acquired knowledge and a "little" BS as well. If anyone has a Longworth chuck they could bring along for a demo I would greatly appreciate it. I've seen them mentioned quite a bit on the forum and would like to see one in action.

Cheers
GJ

[scooter]

Can share a car again, John, my turn this time. :)

[Elbow]

Allan, thanks for the offer. I've got one so let's wear out my HSS :wink: But if you can demo how to sharpen the little b*ggers ...

Ern I haven't used it enough to blunt it yet

Allan<!-- / message --><!-- sig -->

[rsser]

Govarney, you'd be very welcome.

GJ, will be good to catch up. And you too Sean. George welcome too.

Hughie, any space in your luggage allowance to fit in a Longworth? Maybe you could wear it - a Peter Pan collar ;-}

Allan, tsk. Get some brushbox to turn ... that'll send you to the diamond hone quick smart.

...

Will get down to date options later today. I'm guessing that a new poll will need a new thread so will post the link.

And if you haven't already indicated a specific interest pls do so; if I don't hear from you I'll assume you're happy to yarn and watch whatever we organise.

Thanks again to all those who've volunteered to help.

I'll work out something of a program and post it on the new thread.

[hughie]

Hughie, any space in your luggage allowance to fit in a Longworth? Maybe you could wear it - a Peter Pan collar ;-}


Hmmm, see how I go, have a part finished 4 jaw one of 300mm dia that has a ring to fit 140mm jaws... i think :?, have to dig it out and check. It would fit the bag, anybody know what the kilo allowance is on domestic?



jeez might have to drive down at this rate :U

[rsser]

20kg from memory.

Will check my kit for jaws that will cover 140mm.

[rsser]

Ok, 140 expanding no prob.

Contracting: 139 mm (advertised).

No prob turning up an MDF carrier though.

[rsser]

THIS THREAD IS NOW CONTINUING AT

http://www.woodworkforums.com/showthread.php?t=66769

Thanks,

[scooter]

Further discussion in the thread linked by Ern.


Cheers....................Sean

[DJ’s Timber]

For catering purposes please check the attendance list in this thread (http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com.au/showthread.php?t=67888) and if you can't now come or if your name is not on the list or you want to come, please let Ern know via his email (http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com.au/sendmessage.php?do=mailmember&u=801).