I'm a new member from Fayetteville. I always had tools to build things (Decks, Porch Railings, house repairs, flooring...ect) but never woodworking tools. Was heavy into woodworking through High School in the early 80's (man I feel old.....Ashamed to say I saw Twisted Sister in concert). Learned how to do different joints, carving (not good at carving), turning, marquetry,ect.. and always wanted to get back into it but never had the space or the money for the tools. Now I have the money and the space (8X12 shed I built with an 12awg extension cord run across the yard from the house and a shop light and utility heater). My dust collection system is a small shopvac my late Dad gave me. I built the shed to store my riding mower and now it's back out in the weather (At least I've got my priorities straight). So far I've loaded up on a planer, jointer, table saw, drill press, band saw, scroll saw, circular saw, jig saw, clamps, squares, chisels, router and table, Ryobi edge/drum sander (this thing is awesome), and a miter saw. Everything is portable and fits on shelves I built in my shed. I pull tools out as I need them and work on saw horses with plywood to make a work table, indoors on cold nights and outdoors when it's nice (I'm envious of people with actual workshops). When I move in a couple of years, I'll build a workshop and upgrade some tools. Once I get going heavy, I'll post some pics. Would like to find some wood nearby, preferrebly walnut, cherry, and different types of maple. I would also like buy a decent lathe that I can carry from inside to outside....any suggestions? Would like to make some coffee and end table legs, and sectional and solid plates and bowls, but don't know what size or power lathe to get. Looking forward to getting to know and learn from all of you.
Scott
Scott
