Demo by Tom Spielmann on turning threads and what to look out for; Pen Wood of the Month: Hard Maple. Pen Kit of the Month: DuraClick Slim EDC; Editor musing on the guild’s history and recent revival with active new members. In Memoriam article for Bob Hindal. The Crooked Forest of Gryfino, Poland article. Reminders of Feed My People Bowls. Continue reading →

Demo by Dan Brandner on turning Shaker Pegs and making a Peg rail. March 16th Presentation by Guest Turner Phil Holtan on Chasing the Ultimate Cut resulting in the least sanding. Phil’s 10 Commandments of Turning. Pen Wood of the Month: Black Chacate; Pen Kit of the Month: Cyclone Pen Kit from Exotic Blanks. Editor Musings on the first newsletter in a new format. Update on repair of UWEC Mace. Continue reading →

Demo by Barry Grill on wet turning a bowl, then dry turning it back to round; Pen Wood of the Month: Honduran Rosewood; Pen Kit of the Month: Medical Care Pen Kit; Editor musings on a lesson learned with changing blades on a small Craftsman Bandsaw. Announcements: Chippewa Valley Museum Event on Feb 24th; Empty Bowls event for Feed My People for May 16th; Chainsaw Sculpture Competition for Aug 2-4th.
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