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Well, it seems the done thing around these parts to share pictures of our endeavors. I've been doing other stuff and the workshop has laid quiet for 5 years. I thought I'd better have some practice on some scraps. I found a bit of timber I'd hacked about a few years ago and cut it into 4...

Hi All, I've now got a piece of maple burr veneer that's ***highly*** figured stuck onto a piece of mdf. It's just a practice piece about 5"x3" that I may turn into something useful later. What's a great way to finish this that doesn't require a major investment in tools, machinery and...

Hi All, I'm just getting back into my workshop after a long break (5 years or so). First project is a little jewellery/nick-nacks box for my 8 yr old daughter. It'll be very simple - box joints, a veneered lid and a possible veneered bottom. A long time ago I bought some highly figured maple...

Hi Folks, It's been along time since I stepped into my workshop - in fact I think it's between 4 and 5 years now. My machines haven't been used since then and I've no idea what might go wrong with them when not used. They are dry and rust-free, but not sure about oils/greases etc. There's a...