Category Archives: Projects
Custom 3D Printed Parts
I’m getting better at designing things I need on the 3D printer in Fusion 360. I bought this popular model of a sawblade holder and they come with a large protruding knob that also sticks out the back so stacking … Continue reading
Wing Chun Dummy Build Part 1
I’ve started to build a wing chun dummy. “The Wing Chun wooden dummy (aka Wing Chun dummy or Ip Man wooden dummy) is a solo training device used in Wing Chun Kung Fu and other Chinese martial arts. The Wing Chun dummy … Continue reading
3D End Grain Cutting Board
I finished another 3D end grain cutting board. Maple and walnut. 12.5” x 12.5” x 1.5” thick.
Pen #3
Almost done with these pens, I’m not sure what kind of wood this is. Any ideas? Babinga?
Pen #2
This pen is a little too dark, the blank looked promising. The second time around went much quicker. I can see how small projects on the lathe is pretty much instant gratification, instant product in your hands.
Turning a pen (pencil)
Here’s the result of my first pen – a pencil in this case. I was tired of moving the ziploc bag of pen supplies I was given years ago around my shop so I thought I’d just go ahead and … Continue reading
Tea Box Build Completed
Here are some pictures of the tea box completed. I’ve assembled the magnetic clasps with 4mm hemp rope and wrapped with 1mm hemp twine. I think it turned out great.
Tea Box Build Update
Here are some images on the progress of the wenge with curly/birdseye maple liner tea box.
Dovetailed Tea Box
I’ve started working on the dovetailed tea box, I did the tails for the sides of the inner wenge box.