Using a Mini-Chuck to Turn on a Drill Press
For those of us who don’t own a lathe, or who sometimes need a quick turning solution for small objects without the fuss of a full lathe setup, there is a way to use a drill press as a makeshift …
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Author Archives: Yoav Liberman
Two Japanese Woodworkers, Two Unique Visions
My friend, Daniella Ohad, recently returned from a tour of craftspeople’s shops in Japan. She wrote a whole series on her design blog about the incredible contemporary craft art she discovered, showcasing the creative combination of different art forms…
Read moreThe Power of a Simple Shop Vac in Dust Collection
Three weeks ago, I decided to check the small shop vac I had hooked up to my Delta bandsaw. To my surprise, it was packed full of sawdust—years’ worth of fine shavings quietly captured since I first set up the …
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Developing an Easier Font for Chip Carving, Part 2
Last time, I discussed the chip-carving classes I teach to my sixth-grade students and my growing fondness for letter carving—particularly how effective it can be with nothing more than a…
Read moreA Unique Style of Ruler to Check Out
A few months ago, while visiting the Rockler store in Cincinnati, I spotted a small ruler hanging by the checkout counter. It was promoted at a cost of around $6. I’ve always had a fondness for small rulers, and the …
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