Woodworkers-Artists Olive Wood Pencil

Handturned using Olive Wood from the Holy Land. This unique pencil is equally at home in the shop or an artist's sketch kit. The extra thick (5.66mm, about 7/32" D x 3-1/8"L) HB round lead resists breaking and is held firmly in place by a four jaw collet at the bottom.... . . MORE DETAILS

US Navy Rosewood Bottle Stopper

Handturned using Rosewood wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. This has an inlayed military lapel pin in the top. The unique droplet shaped design at the base of this bottle stopper moves the weight closer to the bottom of the bottle reducing the tendency to be top.... . . MORE DETAILS

US Marine Corps Rosewood Bottle Stopper

Handturned using Rosewood wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. This has an inlayed military lapel pin in the top. The unique droplet shaped design at the base of this bottle stopper moves the weight closer to the bottom of the bottle reducing the tendency to be top.... . . MORE DETAILS

US Marine Corps Rosewood Bottle Stopper

Handturned using Rosewood wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. This has an inlayed military lapel pin in the top. The unique droplet shaped design at the base of this bottle stopper moves the weight closer to the bottom of the bottle reducing the tendency to be top.... . . MORE DETAILS

Army National Guard Black Walnut Bottle Stopper

Handturned using Black Walnut wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. This has an inlayed military lapel pin in the top. The unique droplet shaped design at the base of this bottle stopper moves the weight closer to the bottom of the bottle reducing the tendency to be top.... . . MORE DETAILS

US Army Rosewood Bottle Stopper

Handturned using Rosewood wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. This has an inlayed military lapel pin in the top. The unique droplet shaped design at the base of this bottle stopper moves the weight closer to the bottom of the bottle reducing the tendency to be top.... . . MORE DETAILS

US Navy Rosewood Bottle Stopper

Handturned using Rosewood wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. This has an inlayed military lapel pin in the top. Silicon rubber “O� rings seal the bottle, and unlike traditional cork stoppers, the metal stoppers will not transfer taste and smell to other bottles..... . . MORE DETAILS

US Marine Corps Zebrawood Bottle Stopper

Handturned using Zebrawood wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. This has an inlayed military lapel pin in the top. The unique droplet shaped design at the base of this bottle stopper moves the weight closer to the bottom of the bottle reducing the tendency to be top.... . . MORE DETAILS

US Marine Corps Rosewood Bottle Stopper

Handturned using Rosewood wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. This has an inlayed military lapel pin in the top. The unique droplet shaped design at the base of this bottle stopper moves the weight closer to the bottom of the bottle reducing the tendency to be top.... . . MORE DETAILS

Olive Wood Bottle Stopper

Handturned using olive wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. Silicon rubber “O� rings seal the bottle, and unlike traditional cork stoppers, the metal stoppers will not transfer taste and smell to other bottles. Durable chrome plating resists staining - keeping the.... . . MORE DETAILS

Woodworkers-Artists Palm Wood Pencil

Handturned using Palm Wood. This unique pencil is equally at home in the shop or an artist's sketch kit. The extra thick (5.66mm, about 7/32" D x 3-1/8"L) HB round lead resists breaking and is held firmly in place by a four jaw collet at the bottom of the pencil.... . . MORE DETAILS

Handturned Acrylic Premier Cigar Pen Platinum Ballpoint Pen

This pen is handturned acrylic. Don't just write, make a statement! Designed specifically for those who prefer a heftier, more masculine looking pen, the Cigar pen combines classic style and handling in a twist pen that works as good as it looks. The unique blend of gold and black.... . . MORE DETAILS

Handturned Zebra Wood Platinum Ballpoint Pen

This pen is handturned using Zebra Wood. The knurled top twists to extend and retract the premium refill. Length is approximately 5-1/2". Accepts standard Parker® style refills. The pen comes in a gift box. All wood pieces are handcrafted individually in.... . . MORE DETAILS

Woodworkers-Artists Pencil

Handturned using Bocote wood (Cordia spp.) Spectacular background colors of dark brown to red with multicolored strips that vary from yellow to orange and green to dark brown. Machines well, excellent turning stock. Somewhat hard to find material from Mexico and Central America. This.... . . MORE DETAILS

Olive Wood Bottle Stopper with cabachon

Handturned using olive wood and droplet style bottle stopper. 5 inch x 1 1/4 inch. Silicon rubber “O� rings seal the bottle, and unlike traditional cork stoppers, the metal stoppers will not transfer taste and smell to other bottles. Durable chrome plating resists staining - keeping the.... . . MORE DETAILS

SHOPNOTES: Rolling Tool Tower

If your shop is anything like mine, space is at a premium. One solution I've come up with takes tool storage to a new level. To see how it works, click the following link: Continue reading SHOPNOTES: Rolling Tool Tower . . . MORE DETAILS

WOODSMITH: Routing a 30° Chamfer

On a recent project, I wanted to rout a 30-degree chamfer on the edge of a workpiece. But my chamfer bit (and almost all chamfer bits) will only cut a 45-degree bevel. To see my solution, click the following link: Continue reading WOODSMITH: Routing a 30° Chamfer . . . MORE DETAILS

SHOPNOTES: Digital Set-up Gauge

Setting my table saw blade or router bit heights can sometimes be a guessing game. So I made a simple set-up gauge that's dead-on precise. To see how it's made, click the following link: Continue reading SHOPNOTES: Digital Set-up Gauge . . . MORE DETAILS

WOODSMITH: Countersink Tip

Need to drill a countersink in a tight space? Let me show you a trick that might get the job done. Just click on the following link: Continue reading WOODSMITH: Countersink Tip . . . MORE DETAILS

SHOPNOTES: Squaring Jig

Keeping large cabinets square during assembly can sometimes be a challenge. So I made a simple jig that makes it easy to check my progress. To see how it's made, click the following link: Continue reading SHOPNOTES: Squaring Jig . . . MORE DETAILS

WOODSMITH: Shop-Made Bench Dogs

Good tips can come in small packages. Here's a small tip that can make working at the bench a little easier. Just click the following link to take a look: Continue reading WOODSMITH: Shop-Made Bench Dogs . . . MORE DETAILS

SHOPNOTES: Sanding Mat

Keeping a workpiece steady while power sanding can be a bit of a juggling act. But I've found an simple solution. To see what it is, click the following link: Continue reading SHOPNOTES: Sanding Mat . . . MORE DETAILS

WOODSMITH: More Leverage on Clamps

A clamp won't do you much good if you can't get a solid grip on the handle. Here's a simple tip that allows me to get more leverage. Click the following link to take a look: Continue reading WOODSMITH: More Leverage on Clamps . . . MORE DETAILS

SHOPNOTES: Portable Assembly Station

Sometimes an extra worksurface comes in handy around the shop. So I came up with a simple table that knocks down in seconds. And it's perfect as an outside or jobsite bench, too. To see how it's built, click the following link: Continue reading SHOPNOTES: Portable.... . . MORE DETAILS

WOODSMITH: Band Clamp Corner Protection

Every shop should have a few band clamps. Here's a simple tip that will allow you to use them more effectively. Just click the following link and take a look: Continue reading WOODSMITH: Band Clamp Corner Protection . . . MORE DETAILS

SHOPNOTES: Chamfer Plane

My block plane is always close by when I'm in the shop. One job it's often used for is quickly softening a corner with a chamfer. So I came up with a simple add-on that helps me get consistent results every time. To see how it works, click the following link: Continue reading.... . . MORE DETAILS

WOODSMITH: Invisible Finish Repair

Unfortunately, being careful during use isn't a guarantee, and inevitably, a project is going to end with a scratch or two in the finish. But rather than give in, I came up with an easy way to fix them. Click the following link and take a look: Continue reading WOODSMITH: Invisible.... . . MORE DETAILS

SHOPNOTES: Fold-up Router Table

A router table can help you get more from your router, but a dedicated router table can take up valuable space. Here's a version that works great, and can quickly and easily be stored out of the way. To see it, click the following link: Continue reading SHOPNOTES: Fold-up Router.... . . MORE DETAILS

WOODSMITH: Putty Trick

Filling nail holes with wood putty can often result in a mess. I came up with a much tidier way to get the job done. Just click the following link and take a look: Continue reading WOODSMITH: Putty Trick . . . MORE DETAILS

SHOPNOTES: Dowel Drilling Jig

Drilling a centered hole in the end of a dowel presents a few challenges. But I've come up with a simple technique that makes it a snap. To see how it works, click the following link: Continue reading SHOPNOTES: Dowel Drilling Jig . . . MORE DETAILS