We had a great demonstration last night by SPSW member Eric Lofstrom. Eric mentioned some resources on his website, which can be found and ericlofstrom.com. Eric is also one of our mentors and you can contact him from the mentor contact form
July Membership Meeting
This promises to be a very interesting evening with our own Eric Lofstrom. Eric will be demonstrating the turning of translucent (extremely thin walled) bowls. Eric has proven to be an extremely gifted teacher in that his presentations are professional and presented in a manner that they are easily understood by the entire group. Be sure and arrive early, as his presentations always draw a large crowd.
AAW Message
Note -The following message is from the AAW
The Rocky Mountain Woodturners are happy to announce our annual woodturning symposium to be held on September 8th and 9th, 2012. It will once again be at The Ranch/Larimer County Fairgrounds, Loveland, Colorado.
This year we have expanded the event to have early registration on Friday, September 7th, from 2 until 6 PM. Meet and greet the demonstrators on Friday, 6-8 PM, at the Loveland Woodcraft store. There will be a total of 42 excellent demonstrations during Saturday and Sunday. Featured demonstrators include J. Paul Fennell, John Jordan, Johannes Michelsen, Trent Bosch, Cindy Drozda, Steve Worcester, Rex Burningham, Robert Boettcher, Gordon Dekrey and Doug Schneiter. Also included is a large trade show, instant gallery, banquet, and live auction Saturday evening conducted by a professional auctioneer. A lunch package is also available. Please check the website for up-to-date information.
Registration is now open, with a discount if postmarked by September 1st. We hope you can join us. It is a great opportunity to meet fellow woodturners in a relaxing environment while you learn the latest techniques from some of the best woodturners in the field. Visit the website for more details and instructions regarding registration. It will be continually updated as details are finalized.
Dale Bonertz
Rocky Mountain Woodturning Symposium
September 8th and 9th, 2012
The Ranch/Larimer County Fairgrounds
Loveland, Colorado
Rmwoodturningsymposium.com
July 2012 Woodturning Fundamentals
The latest edition of the AAW Woodturning Fundamentals recently came out and here is a summary of what you will find:
- A question from Ferdinand about what he really needs to buy in order to be able to turn. Kurt Hertzog’s reply indicates that beyond access to a lathe, one can start pretty simply
- A question from Charles about turning an end-grain bowl from the entire width of a branch. Kurt replies with potential consequences and ways to deal with them
- Part II of Dealing with Green Wood by Joe Herrmann. In this article Joe explains the steps for turning a log into lathe ready blanks
- Part II of Setting Up Your Workstation by Rob Wallace. Rob covers adjusting the lathe itself and the area around it to match your body to your technique
- A couple of quick video tips – How to turn a Straight Cylinder & How to turn a Tapered Cylinder
Woodturning Fundamentals is a nice compliment to the bi-monthly American Woodturner, especially for those of us who are newer turners. This is just one more benefit of membership in the AAW.
You can sign up for Woodturning Fundamentals here.
Annual Picnic and Wood Auction
Here we go again. The sun is out. The weather is beautiful. (Finally.) And, it is PICNIC AND WOOD AUCTION TIME.
The picnic will again be held at the North Lake Improvement Club. It is located at 33228 38th Ave South, Federal Way (actually Auburn).
Remember, this is a family event and it is also a Potluck affair. It is also a wood auction. So bring your favorite dish(es) and join us for a day of fun.
Directions to Picnic:
From the South on I-5: Take Exit 142A, WA18-Auburn, take the Weyerhaeuser Way S exit. Turn left on Weyerhaeuser Way S (go 0.4 mi). Turn right on 33rd Pl S (go 0.3 mi). Continue on 334th St (go 0.1 mi). Bear left on 38th Ave S (go 0.1 mi). You have arrived.
From the North on I-5: Take Exit 142A, WA18-Auburn, take the Weyerhaeuser Way S exit. Turn left on Weyerhaeuser Way S (go 0.4 mi). Turn right on 33rd Pl S (go 0.3 mi). Continue on 334th St (go 0.1 mi). Bear left on 38th Ave S (go 0.1 mi). You have arrived.
From SR167: Take WA18 West (go 3.1 mi). Take the Weyerhaeuser Way S exit. Turn right on Weyerhaeuser Way S (go 0.3 mi). Turn right on 33rd Pl S (go 0.3 mi). Continue on 334th St (go 0.1 mi). Bear left on 38th Ave S (go 0.1 mi). You have arrived.
Better yet, type this address into your GPS: 33228 38th Ave S, Federal Way, WA. Looking forward to seeing all of you there. Bring your family and lots of food. It should be a great time with lots to eat and plenty of people to visit.
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Pen Turners Chapter Meeting
The local chapter of the International Association of Penturners is holding their next meeting on July 8th from 1 to 3, at Woodcraft in Seattle.
At this meeting there will be a demonstration on making a mandrel to hold a closed end pen. The mandrel will be for a Navigator style pen but the technique can be used for other styles of pen also.
As usual bring any pens you’ve made for show and tell, and any pen blanks you may want to trade.
Woodcraft is located at:
5963 Corson Ave S # 120
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 767-6394
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