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High-Speed Wood Turning

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:11:31 GMT

High Speed Staircase Baluster
Time: 2:35
Submitted by: Peter Galbert, Chair Notes
Bethel, New York

Watching a woodworking project take shape in real time can sometimes feel like watching the grass grow. Progress takes time and that just doesn't play well on video. Peter Galbert, a chairmaker who specializes in green wood furniture, came up with a solution for us project voyeurs: Speed up the tape.

In the above video Peter takes us fast-forward through the production of a staircase baluster. An audio voice-over details the process, which includes using a paper template and calipers to size and shape the billet. For some how-to on the tools and techniques used in this video, visit our Turning channel.

Make a Mallet from Scraps

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:47:14 GMT

Mallet Construction
Time: 6:20
Posted By: The Morning Woodworker

Here's a fun project for those of you looking to make use of your scrap pile. Eric over at The Morning Woodworker blog demonstrates one way to make a carving mallet using a tablesaw and a benchtop sander. The end result isn't the most beautiful of hand tools, but it is practical and could be improved with a better choice of lumber. (we recommend hard maple)

If you'd rather spend your time making an heirloom-quality mallet then we suggest you follow Phil Lowe's recent how-to article in Fine Woodworking.

P.S. We already know what you're going to say: his fingers are too close to the blade on some of those cuts! If you decide to make this project, please use push sticks.

We Like David Marks Too

Thu, 15 May 2008 18:55:47 GMT

Wall Sculpture Turning Demo Pt. 1
Time: 8:42
Submitted by: David J. Marks, DJMarks.com
Santa Rosa, California

Thanks to Marc over at TheWoodWhisperer.com for alerting us to the latest newcomer in the world of user-generated woodworking videos. Only in this case, what's old is new again.

One of the original woodworking televangelists, David J. Marks -- host of the DIY Network show Woodworks, has taken to the net with a new YouTube channel that features self-produced videos. His first two features are lessons on how to turn a gigantic wall sculpture; not very practical for those of us with mini-lathes, but there are some excellent tutorials on how to use woodturning tools.

Keep tabs on David's YouTube channel for more video updates (we'll be sure to do the same), and if you're jonesing for more DJ Marks, take a look at some of his past shows on the DIY Network's Web site.

Tablesaw Kickback: See it in Action

Mon, 05 May 2008 13:34:53 GMT

How to Avoid Tablesaw Kickback
Time: 3:57
Submitted by: Professor Brad Boelter Austin Community College
Austin, Texas

If you haven't heard, next week has been collectively proclaimed Woodworking Safety Week 2008 by a network of woodworking bloggers who will be producing videos and safety tips all week around the Web, including the eds at FineWoodworking.com (listen to these great first-hand accounts of accidents in the shop).

GlueTube decided to do its part by seeking out some great community-generated videos that highlight the importance of safety in the woodshop. This demonstration of how tablesaw kickback occurs is a good reminder for why you should always stay alert and practice extreme caution when ripping and crosscutting on the tablesaw. The video is shot and produced by the The Austin Community College Building Construction Technology department.

For an extremely thorough explanation of how kickback occurs, and how to prevent it, take a look at Lon Schleining's in-depth article on the subject. And of course, DON'T TRY THIS AT HOME.