[Morris chairs]

1 minute ago, Kev said:

Building the confidence in the hand tools takes time.  Start with a smoothing plane set to a light cutting and you'll quickly build confidence..  

I couldn’t even tell you what my plane is anymore! I know I have a couple block planes and I believe a #4 smoother. I got it at an auction and spent some time refurbishing it.  Should pull it out and give it a test drive. I should do some homework on setting a plane up correctly. 

[Morris chairs]

2 minutes ago, Kev said:

Getting outside of our comfort zone is what will make you a better woodworker!  Good on you for taking on the challenge!  

The nicest thing about hand tools is the lack of noise. It is a cool sound hearing a chisel shave off a smooth cut. 
 

Don’t trust myself or my old hand plane to touch this project, will stick to a sander for now 🤔

[My Boys Desk]

4 minutes ago, Bushwacked said:

There are quite a few programs you can use to draw. Depending on the machines some come with their own proprietary software. 
 

have you ever used any CAD software? 

It’s been 20 years since I have. Maybe longer. I do remember writing g code in Highschool to make some chess pieces on a cnc lathe. 
 

I would be willing to bet that software has come a long ways from that point! 

[Morris chairs]

Just now, Kev said:

Wow..  The pic looks like you were doing an inlay...lol..  Ok, maybe it's my old eyeballs 😉

Looking good bud!

Lol no worries

Thanks! This project has been way more time consuming than I originally thought it would be, along with being a bigger challenge than it looks. Getting the curved arms to sit right on the tenons has been the hardest part so far. Gets me out of my comfort zone by incorporating quite a few hand tool operations. I have tons of respect for the craftsmen who love to use hand tools. 

[My Boys Desk]

2 minutes ago, Bushwacked said:

Thanks! 
 

took about 20 mins in Fusion 360 to draw it out and get the gcode file output. Took 35 mins with a 1/8” bit to cut 1/4” deep. Took 2 passes … 

Boy that is quicker than I thought it would be. What is holding me up on a cnc is the learning curve on the software more than anything. Also the room they take up. Would have to find a new home for the boat if I were to get one. 

[Morris chairs]

10 minutes ago, Kev said:

Without going back and reading everything, did I miss something?  What's this?

That is a piece that was the wrong size and is just sitting there. 

[Morris chairs]

5 minutes ago, Coop said:

That’s sweet! Will the spacers between the vertical boards remain proud of the of the aprons and rails? 

Thanks! Nope once the glue dries they will be cut off with a flush trim bit. 

[Morris chairs]

Slats going in. Kinda tricky getting everything to line up but got it to work out.

[My Boys Desk]

That is looking awesome! How long did that take to set up on the cnc and cut?  I guess I’d also be interested in how long it took you to program the cnc. 

[Quilt Ladder]

Just wait till the grandkids are climbing all over it!

[My Boys Desk]

7 minutes ago, Coop said:

Didn’t loose me. I’m liking this more and more. I think that’s a neat deal! 

+1

[Quilt Ladder]

I’ve done them with 3/4x1 1/4 instead of the dowel. Rounded over the corners. Felt like it gives heavier quilts more support with less spring. Could go a little wider even to get a couple of screws in. 

[Forrest Sharpening Service]

I’ve used their service before as well. Top notch. 
 

This has me thinking I should order a couple blades from them. 

[Serving Trays]

What kind of wood did you use? Neat project!

[Rockler Box Joint Jig]

Never looked at these before. Thanks for the info guys 

[My Boys Desk]

Always great to have shop help! 
 

I’ve never ran into an issue by leaving a panel in the clamps for a few days. I do get what the guys are saying that it could be added stress. I will usually give the glue at least a couple hours to dry before hitting the planer. Seems like any sooner than that the glue is a little sticky yet and will smear on the planer bed if not completely cleaned off. 

[Morris chairs]

9 hours ago, Coop said:

Jamie, if you have time and don’t mind, a few progress pics would be appreciated. This is on my bucket list. Is yours made of cherry? 

Yeah @Coop cherry it is.  I actually made this chair a little taller than the plans called for.  Raised it up 2 inches.  Im 6'3" and didnt think I would like getting out of such a low chair.  I'm questioning if a 2" rise was even enough yet.  Dont have the the exact measurement of what the seat height is with me but can get it for you if you are interested. 

[Roundtable about squares]

9 hours ago, Kev said:

I really like the 4" for nearly everything you'd use the 6" for..  They're just smaller and lighter and fit into places the 6" doesn't.. Super handy for machine set ups!   I use the 4s more than anything else in my shop.

Dont take this quote out of context.  

[Morris chairs]

3 minutes ago, Bushwacked said:

very cool!! Would love to see these when done ... if you dont want to keep up with a journal 

Thanks!

 

Yep I will plan on posting some pics when they are complete.

[Roundtable about squares]

4 minutes ago, Kev said:

The double squares are my favorite in the shop!

I will agree, very handy little item.  I have the 4" igaging and love it!  Use it for a number of layout and adjustments.  Only complaint is the ruler, dont care for the different measurement types.   Always seems like i'm flipping it around to use the scale I like.

[Roundtable about squares]

1 minute ago, Kev said:

Nope..  The downside to the set is that once you have the 2 bigger ones, you don't really need more.  But, if you don't have those, this is an awesome set!

I did notice they sell the set separate, well you can buy both smaller t type and both the combo as well

 

https://www.amazon.com/iGaging-Double-Square-Precision-Woodworking/dp/B00XY185MW

 

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MRAANT9/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_3?smid=A2FYHGC4NSM6WF&psc=1

 

[Roundtable about squares]

Just now, Kev said:

That's a nice set!

Yeah and the price isnt to bad either

[Roundtable about squares]

19 minutes ago, Coop said:

What link?

Shoot my bad, I had thought I linked some squares I was looking at.

 

Here ya go bud

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B094GFDNBX/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_10?smid=A2FYHGC4NSM6WF&psc=1

 

[Small Book Shelves]

Nicely done! Like the finger joints, makes them look really nice and custom built. Very nice touch!

[Morris chairs]

Didn’t plan on doing a journal on this project but I thought I would share an update on it. Am using the plans from wood whisperer guild. 
 

Did hit a cool part in the project tonight as I got one of the arms to fit the legs. It still needs some fine tuning to get a better fit but will get there. Was pretty excited to see them at this point.