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Winding sticks detect the twist
My eye scans the winding sticks that span the oak and there the twist stands proud beyond my half cocked eye The rough plane strikes the highs to bring them low and so again I span the oak with sticks to see if winding still stands proud And soon my hands deliver power through the…
Read MoreWinding sticks for guaranteed flatness – and more beyond
I don’t know of many that rely on winding sticks for detecting twist in boards and billets these days but I use mine often as in days past most woodworkers did. Like the square and the shooting board, these simple pieces were essential to producing accurate work; a slight twist on one rail or stile…
Read MoreMaking Winding Sticks by Hand – Part I
I felt troubled that anyone would consider buying what can readily be made from real wood. Especially for real woodworkers. I can understand someone buying their initial workbench in certain circumstances but eventually it’s most likely they will rise to the challenge of building their first workbench themselves. Having something to work from might possibly…
Read MoreMaking Winding Sticks by Hand – Part II
Here are some drawings to help Corner inlay The corner rebate is best done with a marking gauge, knife and tenon saw. The Veritas marking gauge works well for this type of gauge work as it works like a…
Read Moreon Yesterday!I second that! Almost a zen like philosophy to his art! and an inspiration to us all. (even if sweeping up the shavings).
on Yesterday!Well said, Mr. Sellers, well said.
on Yesterday!A philosopher and woodworker too, they blend so well, you sir are a pleasure to know.
on Yesterday!Paul, what do you with shavings that collect after sweeping up?
on Yesterday!This post blew me away. I am speechless. You are so damn right in every single word you said. Thank you so so much for sharing this wisdom!! Stefan
on Yesterday!I agree - music can be a distraction, or an aid to focus the mind. It depends on my mood and mindset at the time. Bach is phenomenal before or while doing something mathematical. K…
on Yesterday!Thank you Paul for all your thoughts and for taking the time to express it in detail. In times of Twitter this has become a rare good. Wishing you all the best. Jan