I joined about 6 mos ago, looked up some information on local wood suppliers, then got tied up with several projects and haven't been back since. I finally got some time to come back and start reading, reading, reading.
My most recent woodworking projects involve making celtic drums (or "bodhrán"). I use a steam-bending process and laminate three 1/8" thick sheets of ash. I also turn the beaters called "tippers" (or gaelic: cipín). Here is a photo showing what this is all about.... I also sew the carrying cases.
I've been blogging my construction technique on bodojo.com... unfortunately, you need to sign in to actually view the blog, but if anyone is interested, it's at: http://www.bodojo.com/social/my-blog/on-making-a-silk-drum-from-a-goats-ear-part-1.html
I've also recently become involved with TechShopRDU (www.techshoprdu.com) (formerly TechShop Durham... just moved to a location near RDU airport). I know some members here are also active with TechShop. They offer some great opportunities to use some serious tools and equipment, including a fairly well-stocked woodworking shop, machine/metal shop, a Shopbot CNC router and laser cutter/engraver (among many other tools). More projects await.. possibly a kayak build with my son.
My most recent woodworking projects involve making celtic drums (or "bodhrán"). I use a steam-bending process and laminate three 1/8" thick sheets of ash. I also turn the beaters called "tippers" (or gaelic: cipín). Here is a photo showing what this is all about.... I also sew the carrying cases.
I've been blogging my construction technique on bodojo.com... unfortunately, you need to sign in to actually view the blog, but if anyone is interested, it's at: http://www.bodojo.com/social/my-blog/on-making-a-silk-drum-from-a-goats-ear-part-1.html
I've also recently become involved with TechShopRDU (www.techshoprdu.com) (formerly TechShop Durham... just moved to a location near RDU airport). I know some members here are also active with TechShop. They offer some great opportunities to use some serious tools and equipment, including a fairly well-stocked woodworking shop, machine/metal shop, a Shopbot CNC router and laser cutter/engraver (among many other tools). More projects await.. possibly a kayak build with my son.