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Steve Carmichael’s “Whac-A-Woodworker” Whirligig
I’ve heard of “Storage Wars”, “Locker Wars”, “Shipping Wars”, and even “Star Wars!” But “Whirligig Wars” is a new one to me. Actually that’s not true, I have heard of it and I’ve just chosen to pretend it’s fallen on deaf ears because I don’t want to embarrass myself attempting to enter a competition with […]
Business of podcasting “What make’s a good topic?”
The subject of topics is a popular discussion in correspondences I’ve had over the years. It’s kind of funny when I think about it, because the awesomeness of having your own show or blog is that the topic is whatever YOU want it to be. First of all, it’s your show, so that means you […]
CU WoodShop Supply’s Used Tool Sale and Swap August 2nd
Coming up on August 2nd 2014 the folks over at CU WoodShop Supply in Champaign IL are hosting their first annual Tool Sale & Swap along with their co-sponsors, Champaign County Habitat for Humanity and the Preservation and Conservation Association (PACA). According to the staff at CU WoodShop Supply “We’re working hard to make this […]
Bandsaw blade tracking
My post the other day about my recent experience with case hardened wood and the bandsaw got me to thinking about my own tool’s setup. I know I get a little lazy sometimes when it comes to readjusting the settings for a new blade, but I’ve learned to overcome my urge to be slothy and […]
A case for “case hardening”?
Over the weekend I was resawing with my bandsaw, for the project video I’ll release later this week. All was going well until I noticed the blade started to make an unusual sound. The wood felt as if it had gotten stuck, then ALL OF A SUDDEN…BAM!!! the blade came off the wheels and it […]
Shop Woodworking’s “Hand Tool Builder’s Collection” value pack
All month long the folks at Shop Woodworking have a fantastic deal on a value pack filled with tons of great information for the hand tool user looking to further expand their knowledge of how to get the best results from their tools with the “Hand Tool Builder’s Collection”. According to the description, you’ll save […]
The business of podcasting “The Beginning…again”
I’ve been podcasting in one form or another for over 8 years, and in that time I’ve seen plenty of shows (both woodworking related and otherwise) come and go. I always tell the story that Matt’s Basement Workshop started for one simple reason, because there was nothing in the podcast directories that focused on woodworking […]
The Hand Tool School “Remodel” discount
July is typically not the time of year that you’re thinking about school, but then again semesters at Shannon Rogers’ Hand Tool School is not your typical learning environment. If you’re not familiar with The Hand Tool School this is a great opportunity to visit and maybe take advantage of this great offer: 30% off […]
Just in time for summer vacation “The Highland Woodworker” Episode No. 13
Are you still in summer vacation mode? Looking for something to kickback and watch while you’re relaxing poolside or out in the Adirondack chairs you built a while back? Charles Brock and the crew of The Highland Woodworker knew you would be, so they wrapped up filming and editing of the most recent episode just […]
FullPro’s “SoundVision” eye protection
Protective eyewear is an important piece of equipment in the woodshop. We never think about it until it’s too late. I know I’m guilty of assuming my everyday glasses are more than sufficient protection, but there are definitely operations where you need more. And it’s not just in the woodshop that you need adequate eye […]
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