Watcha Dooen at Dooen - 27, 28 & 29 GTG 2017

[Simplicity]

Urn would be great and many a hair has met its demise here since the last gtg. I have about 5 and 5 members in the family

Please bring chairs if you have one to bring everyone

Dave TTC
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Slow down
And edit
Your a laugh

[DaveTTC]

Many a 'chair'

Dave TTC
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[KBs PensNmore]

Any chane we will habe the pleasure of your company this year. Would love some new faces

Dave TTC
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Will try to get there, so you might habe the chane and pleasure of my company. Trying to get hold of a traytop to go to Sydney with, to pick up some tools and a machine and return via Doeen. Fingers Crossed.
Kryn

[Uncle Al]

Urn would be great and many a hair has met its demise here since the last gtg. I have about 5 and 5 members in the family

Please bring chairs if you have one to bring everyone

Dave TTC
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Yes, many a hair was lost at Fletty's sharpening GTG, but in this case, they all grew back!
Urn and chairs are on the packing list.

Alan...

[DaveTTC]

That would be great Kryn. Could offer you a loan of a 6 x 12 flat bed trailer?

Uncle Al, did you say you were bringing your incra stuff? I think doug3030 said he is inable to do his demo. If that isthe case would you be happy to fill his shoes. If he is available then maybe you could do a demo anyway 😃

Dave TTC
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[doug3030]

I think doug3030 said he is unable to do his demo. If that is the case would you be happy to fill his shoes. If he is available then maybe you could do a demo anyway

Thanks Dave, I can confirm that I will not be bringing the Incra gear for a number of reasons:

- I was going to cut some boards for the demo in early December before the stupid Melbourne Summer weather started with the temperature and humidity fluctuations that go with it.

- Well, my Mum put an end to that plan by being put into permanent aged care and nearly dying on me and therefore causing me to drive to Queensland for a fortnight. Mum no longer has any real awareness of her surroundings and who is there. The afternoon I arrived she recognised us, similarly he next morning. After that she was there in body but not in mind. It is very sad.

- Because of my back problems, I would rather not take my trailer, which I would need if I was taking Incra, because I would at least need the router table. I feel better travelling light.

I reckon I will just take my Arbortec gear I got at the last TWWW show and see what I can do with some of the firewood pile - that is if the firewood challenge is happening this year Dave?

I have not had much of a chance to use any of it yet because of the aforementioned back problems.

Cheers

DougI

[Uncle Al]

Uncle Al, did you say you were bringing your incra stuff? If he is available then maybe you could do a demo anyway 

Dave TTC
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Short answer - No.
But I did say I would bring my Gifkins jig and make a box or three. My Incra stuff isn't portable, as is Doug 3030's system. I will need a router table, and it would be nice if there is a belt / disc sander available, but can get around that if not available.
What size tool rest post is on your lathe(s)?. I can bring an abrasive disc to mount onto a lathe to make an expensive disc sander.
An urn, chairs, Gifkins jig and bits of box making timber are packed, ready for the 1135km trip next week.
Hope the airconditioner is ready for a work-out.

Alan...

[DaveTTC]

Sander is here tool posts are 25mm i think

Dave TTC
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[DaveTTC]

Still working on ac but looking like i should have one in i hope

Dave TTC
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[Simplicity]

I will "attempt" to bring my router table with Incra fence extra.please read attempt.
We are flat out at work at the moment and even getting to the gtg is going to stretch us.
But we are coming !!.
Alan, if you want to use my router table Incra fence please do so by all means.
In fact you can give me a lesson on cutting dovetails on it if you know how.
Mine as been changed to the metric lead screw.
If some one can provide some timber(pine will do)
Alan if he likes or Doug can give a demo on using the Incra gear for making boxes extra.

Cheers Matt(self editing scary)

Alan if you need to pm me regarding above please do.

[DaveTTC]

I have some cedar for box making

Dave TTC
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[Simplicity]

I have some cedar for box making

Dave TTC
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I know it's a big ask but if any one could bring some timber pre prepared to suit the Incra templates(metric)
That would be AWSOME

Cheers Matt

[Uncle Al]

It will be great to have two router tables Matt. The Gifkins jig doesn't rely on a fence for making the standard box, but a fence comes in handy for a variety of tasks to add little details.
I will be bringing some pine pre - cut for demo purposes, no problems in bringing some extra to play with.

I have an imperial LS Incra fence but haven't explored the full potential of this unit, I think Doug may know more about the intracacies of the Incra than I.

I'll PM you Matt.

Getting even closer now.

Alan...

[doug3030]

I will be bringing some pine pre - cut for demo purposes, no problems in bringing some extra to play with.

Incra jigs allow extreme accuracy - which is great, but it also adds a level of complexity that woodturners, cabinetmakers and builders/carpenters do not have to consider to the same extent that box makers using the Incra jig have to. You need the timber to be well seasoned and acclimatised to the temperature/humidity.

In Melbourne I would not dream of dimensioning stock for a box to be made using the Incra system in January when the temperature on any given day can fluctuate from 10 to 45 degrees and the humidity is even more unpredictable. Add in another level of complexity - dimensioning it in my shed then taking it to Dave's place where it is different temperature/humidity/altitude again.

Using pine to demonstrate the techniques you can do with the Incra is about all I suggest we do. If you assemble a box under these conditions you can expect some defects to appear before too long.


I have an imperial LS Incra fence but haven't explored the full potential of this unit, I think Doug may know more about the intracacies of the Incra than I.

I have not explored its full potential and I doubt that even Incra have considered all that this kit can do yet either.

I have not used my LS positioner on the router table since the accident I had in 2014 so I am a bit rusty with it all but I am happy to pass on any knowledge I can.

Cheers

Doug

[Uncle Al]

Making boxes with the Incra or Gifkins set-ups at the GTG are for demonstration of techniques, I am not trying to end up with a gallery item, but if that happens by chance, then well and good!

I have seen the results of dimensioning material from thicker stock and not getting around to completing the job for a number of days / weeks, surprising how much it can move. These days, I saw the timber to a ballpark dimension, leave it for a few weeks if possible, then finish thicknessing and sanding.

I have just had a chat to Simplicity, looks like a bit of fun will be had with router tables and various set-ups over the GTG.

Hope it isn't too hot at Dooen, we don't want to wear out Dave's air conditioner:D

Alan...

[DaveTTC]

Weather is looking good

Dave TTC
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[KBs PensNmore]

That would be great Kryn. Could offer you a loan of a 6 x 12 flat bed trailer?

That'd be great Dave, but for 2 problems, my Corolla wouldn't tow it and NO tow bar. Though there has been one on there at some stage, it's got the trailer plug????
Kryn

[Simplicity]

A most important task has been put forward regarding the GTG at Dooen.

It has been strongly suggested by someone close to me that in order to save my skin.

It would be loverly ,to return from the GTG with this framed (I like reddish timber she said)
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Size approximately 300/400 mm.
Alan ,I know I spoke of Sally's hatred of needle work.
But this is different apparently [emoji849].

I think I've got some Jarrah at home, Ill bring it up .
And I will also ,bring a piece of glass as well.
Any ,and all suggestions taken on board?

Cheers Matt.

[Gabriel]

Conversation went something like this.......

Gabriel: The woodworkers are having their get together again like they did last year next weekend
Simone: You should go. You really enjoyed it and you never do anything
Gabriel: I thought we were too busy, and there is a family lunch on Sunday
Simone: Doesn't matter if you're not there, just go


Is it too late to throw my hat back in the ring?

[Simplicity]

I think you may be accepted back in yo the fold lol

[Gabriel]

I think you may be accepted back in yo the fold lol

I'll wait to hear from the elders on this one (actually, thats all of you unless Kuffy or Dirk are going to be there :harhar:)

[Simplicity]

Old in body does not mean wise in mind lol

[DaveTTC]

Love to have Gabriel. Good finish to my day

Dave TTC
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[Gabriel]

I now have to read back through the thread to figure out what I have missed and should be expecting.....

Can't wait!!

[DaveTTC]

Thread chasing 😉

Dave TTC
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[Uncle Al]

Thread chasing 

Dave TTC
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Are you referring to Simplicity's cross stitch / tapestry that needs framing???:D

Alan...

[Uncle Al]

Any ,and all suggestions taken on board?

Cheers Matt.

Yeah, keep it out of the dust, or Sally will be a long way from being amused!

Alan...

[Oldgreybeard]

Speak for yourself - Simplicity. There is a direct correlation between Wisdom, beauty and and aging:rolleyes:

I am planning on bring Tormek with CBN wheel and gouge jig if anyone wants to try it.

Dave, How are we set up for power for van.

This elder welcomes Gab back to the fold:2tsup:

Bob

[DaveTTC]

Power will be fine Bob

Dave TTC
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[DaveTTC]

Mild summer days forecast at this stage 32° 30° & 30° with av overnight temp of 15°

Dave TTC
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[David Mitchell]

I will try to get there on Sunday.
what can I bring?
Regards
David

[DaveTTC]

Anything you like. Im low on pen kits if anyone ones to make themselves one and Im not sure how im going for scroll saw blades if you happen to have any. I think i can use either oinless or with pins.

Of course you will be fixed up for anything that is used

Dave TTC
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[Gabriel]

I can bring some pen gear up (just set the pen nay sayers up at the other end of the shed)

[Simplicity]

Sally would love a couple of pens made for her.
I'm either to busy or too lazy or something

She said she has the readies , ready.

Cheers Matt

[Gabriel]

Sally would love a couple of pens made for her.
I'm either to busy or too lazy or something

She said she has the readies , ready.

Cheers Matt

Maybe she could turn one up on the weekend?
If she's really against that idea, time permitting this week I can make her 1 or 2.....
What sorta timber would she like?

What is a 'readies'?

[Simplicity]

Maybe she could turn one up on the weekend?
If she's really against that idea, time permitting this week I can make her 1 or 2.....
What sorta timber would she like?

What is a 'readies'?

Sally would love to be able to turn a pen ,under your expert guidance Gab.
Unfortunately Sally has arthritis.
So she doesn't have the hand strength.

She likes quote reddish timber .lol
But ,we can wait to the weekend ,no need to go all out before the weekend now.
I mean what else would you be doing at Dooen any way.
Listing to me dribble on !!

Readies is folding stuff momla or $$$$ or cents

But one thing you maybe able to demonstrate to me or any one else
Is that super glue finish.
I would love to see how that is done ?
Do your fingers get all sticky and stuck together[emoji849]?

Cheers Matt

[Gabriel]

Ah, that's something I am able to bring to the table then.....
I'll turn up a few, and bring them down for a ca finish!!
I wear latex gloves so no sticky fingers, but the dog always looks at me weird when I pull them on and let out an evil chuckle...

Red timber.... Got it!

[Simplicity]

You are a sick sick man
I knew I liked you for some reason.

[justonething]

I hope you guys take lots of pictures and some videos too, for those who would like to but can't attend this time.

[DaveTTC]

Uncle Al

There will be some other kids for part of the get together. 12, 13 & 13. Mine if course will be there too 5, 7 & 8. There may be someother kids too. Yet to here

Dont forget chairs people 😀

Dave TTC
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[DaveTTC]

I can bring some pen gear up (just set the pen nay sayers up at the other end of the shed)
There maybe a pen nay sayer doing a demo on thread turning. Just saying. Oh what a brilliant idea!!! A threaded pen 😉

Dave TTC
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[KBs PensNmore]

Dave, what scroll saw blades do you require, pinned/pinless, TPI, quantity?? Can get them locally from Helen Harris.
Kryn

[DaveTTC]

Ill check in the morning. I think i can take either. Probably a range of tpi would be good

Dave TTC
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[KBs PensNmore]

What thickness/s do you mainly cut??
kryn

[DaveTTC]

10 mm and 19mm

Dave TTC
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[Chris Parks]

Is there any interest from anyone attending if I bring a grinder with a CBN wheel on it as well a Worksharp 3000? Those wanting to try them could bring tools to sharpen. The grinder does not have any jigs to sharpen lathe tools only flat blades.

[DaveTTC]

Yes interested. Replied to your emails this morning. Hope they went thru ok

Dave TTC
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[DaveTTC]

If someone were able to bring a drum sander for Saturday I know one attendee who would be stoked

Dave TTC
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[Simplicity]

Whoooooo getting close now,
It will be nice playing with some wood again it's been awhile.
And playing with other woody kids

[Uncle Al]

Heading off in the morning, car has all sorts of bits and pieces packed ready for a fun weekend. Items include a few bowl blanks, a set of thread chasers in case there is an experienced thread chaser on hand, some pine for demonstrating the Gifkins jig, the Gifkins jig for said demonstrations, a few turning tools for just in case, an urn, a chair, safety glasses and ear muffs, some router bits for the Incra jig for Simplicity to play with, plus the usual essentials for a bit of a holiday at Dooen and surrounds.
Unfortunately, there will be no SWMBO (Ann), as she has some appointments that clash with the time away, hence bringing just the one chair.

I will be interested in seeing Chris Parkes' sharpening set-up with the CBN wheel, particularly the tool rest system that he uses.

If anyone wishes to bring a portable hard disk or a decent sized USB memory stick, I am happy to share some files I have on a hard disk related to timber of one sort or the other if time and enthusiasm permits.

Hopefully Dave TTC has mowed the lawns and polished the silverware ready for his guests.

See Ya's all at Dooen.

Alan...

[DaveTTC]

Looking forward to seeing you here. Lawn is essentially taken care of. A little trim here and there to be done yet

Sadly rwbuild want be here this time either as other commitments have come up

Dave TTC
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[Oldgreybeard]

I will being an 8GB USB stick and will also contribute to the food pool

I will be bringing an 'antique' cast iron F clamp for sale - Best 0ffer above 1 bottle of single malt scotch acceptable:D

Bob

[Oldgreybeard]

A couple of images of the F clamp - Haven't attempted to clean it as I didn't want to risk damage and reducing its value:D:D
I beleive te correct description should be "Elhabe Cam Type Clamp"

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Bob

[DaveTTC]

I like that Bob. Im sure someone will take fund equal weight scotch for you

Dave TTC
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[Oldgreybeard]

It looks as though this clamp may be a very rare piece. A search of the internet reveals no records of the Elhabe No 4. A business in Brazil is offering a couple of No.5 Elhabe clamps for sale. The additional information I have received is:

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Sergeant Clamp 4 Drgm Elhabe German Rarity !!!



Sergeant clamp 4 DRGM Elhabe
Ancient German Cast Iron

Bar measuring 35 cm
20 cm claw

With torque / pressure lever




DRGM stands for "Deutsche Reiches Gebrauchs Musterschutz" - meaning protected patented design under the Reich Government


Value: $150 – $200 AUD (Based on Brazilian price.)




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Based on a reference from an English Museum it is possibly over 70 years old

Sorry, but the price just went up:oo:

Bob

[Simplicity]

It looks as though this clamp may be a very rare piece. A search of the internet reveals no records of the Elhabe No 4. A business in Brazil is offering a couple of No.5 Elhabe clamps for sale. The additional information I have received is:

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http://img.olx.com.br/images/66/667622087651135.jpg



Sergeant Clamp 4 Drgm Elhabe German Rarity !!!



Sergeant clamp 4 DRGM Elhabe
Ancient German Cast Iron

Bar measuring 35 cm
20 cm claw

With torque / pressure lever




DRGM stands for "Deutsche Reiches Gebrauchs Musterschutz" - meaning protected patented design under the Reich Government


Value: $150 – $200 AUD (Based on Brazilian price.)




</tbody>


</tbody>
Based on a reference from an English Museum it is possibly over 70 years old

Sorry, but the price just went up:oo:

Bob


Has that just gone from a bottle to a case lol

[Oldgreybeard]

Has that just gone from a bottle to a case lol


I could accept that offer if it was the right scotch :D:D

[crowie]

Have a beaut long weekend and Australia Day gathering ladies, gents and kids in Dooen....

Safe travels to one and all....

Make sure you post heaps of photos of meal times, bull sessions and demos along with showing off what folk make over the weekend....

HAPPY AUSTRALIA DAY!!!

Cheers, crowie

[DaveTTC]

We'll miss you Crowie. I think you've been at all three previous gtg from memory

Dave TTC
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[Simplicity]

We are making final arrangements.
I've been told of twice for trying to put my hand in the slice and cupcake containers.
For what reason I'm unsure off!
I was trying to do quality control.
I may have take this matter up with a higher management team.


See ya all soon

Cheers Matt

[DaveTTC]

When are you guys coming up?

Dave TTC
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[Simplicity]

Friday morning at this stage

[Oldgreybeard]

Later today

[DaveTTC]

I think there will be a few for tea tonight

Oldgreybeard and Maureen
Chris Parkes
Geoff Ford and Pauline
Uncle Al
Ian and Anna (not from the forum)

Let the festivities begin.

Travel safe everyone

Dave TTC
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[doug3030]

Happy Australia Day everyone.

I am putting a few things in the car this morning and hopefully departing around lunch time so please add me to the dinner list.

Jools is working tomorrow and getting on a train and bus for Horsham on Friday after work and will arrive late Friday evening.

Like last time we will be staying with friends in Horsham.

Everyone take it easy and travel safe

Cheers

Doug

[DaveTTC]

Cool anothwr on for dinner and maybe anotger yet

Dave TTC
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[DaveTTC]

Mugs might be a good thing to bring too.

My phone signal is poor at the block but txt gets through eventually. Or leave a voice message if you are trying to get thru to me

Dave TTC
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[pawoods]

Sorry I can't make it this year but hope all have a terrific weekend & post lots of pictures to show me what I missed. Cheers Peter.

[Bushmiller]

Dave

All the best for the GTG. One year I'll get there. In the meantime I will be pedalling the bicycle to feed power down the interconnector so Dooen will have power.

:wink:

Regards
Paul

[Treecycle]

My phone tells me it is going to be around the 30 degree mark where we are at Hall's Gap for the next few days, so should be about the same at Dooen. Not too bad, so have a great time folks and wish I could have been there.
Is Brenden still a possibility?

[doug3030]

Dave

All the best for the GTG. One year I'll get there. In the meantime I will be pedalling the bicycle to feed power down the interconnector so Dooen will have power.

No need to pedal Paul, I took a solar panel with me. Its only a small solar panel but I think I have the whole town covered :2tsup: :cool:

Cheers

Doug

[Bushmiller]

No need to pedal Paul, I took a solar panel with me. Its only a small solar panel but I think I have the whole town covered :2tsup: :cool:

Cheers

Doug

Excellent Doug

I may be able to put my feet up :rolleyes: .

Regards
Paul

[Keith_1]

Hope everyone has a great time at the GTG.

Regards to All

Keith and Cathie

[crowie]

Come on ladies and gents;
Is the GTG really happening??
Were are all the photos???

[Simplicity]

It's really happing,
I'm positive of it.
Pictures will be shown shortly!!

[emoji3][emoji3][emoji102]

[DaveTTC]

Excellent Doug

I may be able to put my feet up :rolleyes: .

Regards
Paul
Keep pedaling. I want to put the excess back into the grid for a rebate 😂

Dave TTC
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[DaveTTC]

The morning got off to a fine start with some food
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Dave TTC
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[rwbuild]

That looks positively luxurious since my last visit

Won't be long and I will be back down for a week Dave

[DaveTTC]

That looks positively luxurious since my last visit

Won't be long and I will be back down for a week Dave
Looking forward to it

Dave TTC
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[crowie]

What you've been doing in Dooen??��
I notice the temperature is on the up!!��☀️
What did I miss out on for tea��??

[DaveTTC]

Been a tad warm today. Bit hotter than expected.

We had chicken for tea

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Some of you may not know but we started home schooling our children last year. As a result we have become familiar with a large large home schooling community.

From a farm not so far away came Michelle and her 6 children. They were very pleased have an introduction to woodturning. Oskar turned a pen

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Also with the help and watchful oversight of Kryn, Amber turned herself a pen.

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Later another of her siblings turned a pen and Oskar was abke to choose the subject matter for an impromptu demo by Brendan Stemp. A plate. He scored the olate to take home.

Brendan later turned a natural edge bowl and will be back in the morning to do a pepper grinder.

There was demo in rhe morning of thread chasing. This is one that needs a bit more practice.

The flatwork boys had a play on their routers and some boxes were made.

In the morning will try for some more lics for those who have missed out.

Food .... I think I jave put on a few kgs. Sally (Mrs Simplicity) has been a stellar help to Raechell behind the scenes

Dave TTC
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[Simplicity]

Hey Dave & Raechell ,
Thank you for a great weekend again .
It was great to see some old faces and awesome to meet some new faces .
Demos were great .
It looked like everyone enjoyed themselves .
It was good to see some wood chips being done.
Matt was happy to see the router table being used , ( he doesn't get the time he likes on it )

Would like to shout out a big thank for Kryn
For making my pink pen
I think it's awesome .
Also for showing my husband how to do them too [emoji3]

Also some of you may not know that Gab brought up a pen that he made for me
What a great guy .
I absolutely love my new pens [emoji3]

Cheers Sally & Matt

On our way back to Melbourne

[Bushmiller]

Is that a "pink penther?"

Regards
Paul

[DaveTTC]

Back to the grind as another GTG has well and truley come to an end.

Big thanks to everyone who came. Without you all it just wouldn't be a GTG.

Fantastic effort put in by those who demonstrated whether it was Gifkin, Incra or on the lathes.

A few new faces this year from on and off the forum. Was great to see. Ones many are likely to know are KBpensnmore, Chris Parkes and Brendan Stemp.

Some of you may know that in the last year we started home schooling our children. This has introduced us to a huge network of other home schoolers both locally and across the country. This year I gave a last minute invite to home schoolers. Many expressed interest but circumstances only allowed one family with 6 children to attend this year.

After speaking to most of the woodies in attendance I have decided to make the Friday mext year a home schooling special. Families can attend and whatever woodies are happy to do so, they can see some of theae young people thru a project. This might be making a pen, cutting out and decorating a puzzle or the like on a scroll saw, making a toy, a game or what ever else you might come up with.

If you are happy to intoduce wood work to a young person let me know. You are still welcome for all three days next year even if your preference is not to work with a child next year.

My phone has died with the few pictures I had so hopefully others will have pics of this weekend to share soon

DaveTTC

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[DaveTTC]

This was the a message I received from Michelle last night (mother of 6)

"Hi, yes thanks so much for a fabulous workshop, They all really enjoyed it. I did too, what a friendly group, very welcoming, your children are lovely. we said goodbye to Rachel, and then left fairly quickly cos Zoe and Lilly where way over tired. The boys are already dreaming of making a bowl! Thanks so much it really was fabulous we could come and learn. cheers Michelle"

DaveTTC

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[Oldgreybeard]

Come on ladies and gents;
Is the GTG really happening??
Were are all the photos???

Patience Crowie:secret:. All will be revealed tomorrow (sometime) - just to whet your appetite there will be 50 images and narrative :wink:

[DaveTTC]

Patience Crowie:secret:. All will be revealed tomorrow (sometime) - just to whet your appetite there will be 50 images and narrative :wink:
Looking forward to it

DaveTTC

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[KBs PensNmore]

Dave, THANKS for organizing a FANTASTIC weekend, a special THANK YOU to the ladies for the catering and to the cooks for breakfast, lunch and tea. This being my first time, BUT NOT my last.
I arrived Friday evening about 6.30, I think it was, and was straight away given a plate of Spaghetti Bolognase, and was introduced to those that were there. The names I can remember were Uncle Al (Happy Birthday Al) Graybeard (Bob, I think) Simplicity (Matt) Doug 3030, Dave TTT and Rachel, Sammy,Thomas, and ? (the Children) Gabriel arrived Saturday Morning, I met Chris Parks (as he was leaving). Unfortunately,I couldn't remember the others that were there or the wives names, so please forgive me.
As you saw in the pics, I was asked to help the kids turn a pen, which I thoroughly enjoyed, (have to remember to bring along a good supply of kits) they just about depleted Dave's supplies, I'll bring along the Pen Wizard next time, for those that would like to have a play on/with one as well as the polishing buffer system. I learn't a lot and picked up some good ideas and tips.
Thanks to those that were there, for making me feel comfortable for my first time, and it was a pleasure to meet you and to be able to put a face to the names.
See you again next year,
Kryn

[DaveTTC]

Kryn, I think the missing child was Tyler, the oldest, then Sammy who no one could forget and finally Tommy.

It was truly great being able to put a face and personality to the name (a name I had so long mispronounced)

DaveTTC

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[Chris Parks]

Thanks to Dave and Rachel for the hospitality and it is always good to put names and faces together at events such as this. I took on the challenge and sharpened Matt's chisel in under three minutes even though it had a serrated edge from trying to cut nails, Uncle Al then produced some really dodgy source unknown blades and they got the same treatment. I surprised myself on Sunday and drove straight through from Dooen to home in under ten hours and did not feel tired at all so I must be getting into the long distance driving routine again, I only stopped once to refuel. It got to 42° on the way back so I am glad I did it yesterday as I think it was hotter today. AC in modern cars is absolutely amazing. BTW anyone want to buy a car? I have to sell it before my new one arrives.

[Simplicity]

Thanks to Dave and Rachel for the hospitality and it is always good to put names and faces together at events such as this. I took on the challenge and sharpened Matt's chisel in under three minutes even though it had a serrated edge from trying to cut nails, Uncle Al then produced some really dodgy source unknown blades and they got the same treatment. I surprised myself on Sunday and drove straight through from Dooen to home in under ten hours and did not feel tired at all so I must be getting into the long distance driving routine again, I only stopped once to refuel. It got to 42° on the way back so I am glad I did it yesterday as I think it was hotter today. AC in modern cars is absolutely amazing. BTW anyone want to buy a car? I have to sell it before my new one arrives.

Chris
Thanks for sharping my work chisel.
It should easily last me till mid day tomorrow.
It was pleasure meeting you.

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Cheers Matt

[DaveTTC]

Thx Crowie

Kryn your time spent with the other children making pens went a long way to giving them a fantastic day. Thx again

DaveTTC

Turning Wood into Art

[KBs PensNmore]

Thanks for that Peter. Sorry, how could I not remember Tyler's name, as I made a point of saying that he was going to be a tiler when he left school:doh:. My way of remembering names, to create something that goes with the name.
One thing I forgot to mention, was that Saturday evening I made the kids a Noughts and Crosses game, Sunday morning Sammy and I had several games,
which she won most of. The kids that help make a pen were Amber, Leo, Lily and Oscar, I think it was. Lily is that small she couldn't see above the lathe bed, but she held onto the scrapers handle.
It was a joy to see the kids faces when the pen was finished.
Will be bringing some drilled glued blanks with different timbers for the kids next time, not fair on Dave to supply everything.
Looking forward to the next one already, and will be arriving a bit earlier also, to help the kids with their turning, as I'm sure extra help wouldn't go astray.
Kryn

[Oldgreybeard]

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“Watcha dooen at Dooen” 2017
Firstly, a big thank you to Dave, Rachael, and their 3 children for welcoming us to their property for the Australia Day “woodies” get together.
Officially the get together commenced on Friday 27th January and I was up at sunrise to capture some images to set the scene for those who unfortunately were unable to attend.
Image 1 – The sunrise at Dave’s wakes us at 6.00 a.m.
Image 2 – A quick inspection of the progress on the construction of the bungalow which Dave anticipates will be completed in 4 months.
Image 3 – The ‘lawn’ in the backyard has been mown as promised.
Image 4 – Some progress was made yesterday in setting up machinery in the ‘outdoor’ work area under the shade cloth on the back veranda
Image 5 – Alas, much more work is required before the shed is ready for demos which are scheduled to commence at 10.00 a.m
Image 6 – The shed is getting close now. Note Dave’s wood turning ‘gallery’ on the shelf behind him

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Image 6a – Why 6a? Some people just can’t count, but don’t worry there is also a 46a for the same reason. The electronics, video cameras, monitor and sound system have been installed and are set to go.
Image 7 – Doug got the show on the road with a power carver on the angle grinder
Image 8 – Chris, Alan and Matt set up the Incra Jig and prepare for the first attempt at cutting dovetails.
Image 9 – After much confusion and frustration at the lack of success – it’s time to get out the manuals.
Image 10 – Confused by “old grey haired experts who have never used an Incra Jig” Matt retreats to the couch for a ‘nanna’ nap to rest the brain.
Image 11 – Meanwhile, Alan brings out the Gilfkins Dovetail Jig and proceeds to cut dovetails.
Image 12 – In a very short time all the dovetails are cut to make 3 pencil cases

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Image 13 – Dave tries his hand at cutting dovetails on the Gifkins Jig
Image 14 – Refreshed from his nap and his ego buoyed by the success the boys have had with the Gifkens Jig, it is time for Matt to master the Incra Jig.
Image 15 – Beaming with SUCCESS, Matt produces his very first dovetail joint on the Incra Jig
Image 16 - And a very good fit it is too!!
Image 17 – The Vicmarc low speed grinder (1440 rpm) with CBN wheel has been set up, and as expected everyone is keen to lend a hand and offer ‘expert’ opinion as to the best methods and adjustments. Sometimes we just never learn.
Image 18 – At last sanity prevails and Matt demonstrates the sharpening of a flat chisel on the CBN wheel

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Image 19 – Day break on Saturday morning. Pen making, thread chasing and a demo by Brendan Stemp is scheduled for the day
Image 20 – Pen blanks are drilled, but this is NOT the recommended method.
Image 21 – Gabriel has cut the drilled blanks to size and glues in the tubes.
Image 22 – Tools are sharpened on the Tormek with a CBN wheel (120 rpm) in preparation for the demos
Image 23 – “Demos” begin on thread chasing but it is soon apparent that theoretical knowledge does not readily equate to practical expertise.
Image 24 – Perhaps an internal thread might be better – but maybe a bit more experience is required.

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Image 25 – Alan has purchased a set of Thread Chasing tools and is keen to try them out.
Image 26 – Collectively some threads were produced, but we suspect that ‘Powderpost’ will not be suitably impressed.
Image 27 - While the men are hard-at-it in the shed, the girls are enjoying their crafts and a light breeze in the shade of the back veranda
Image 28 – The glue has dried and Gabriel explains the process of applying a CA finish
Image 29 – Metal bushings are replaced on the mandrel with nylon cones to prevent the bushings and blanks from becoming solidly glued together. Gabriel holds folded paper towel on one finger beneath the rotating blanks to spread the CA glue while one or two drops of glue are applied directly to the blank from above.
Image 30 – After applying 20 coats of CA, all 9 grades of micromesh are used to bring out the full lustre of the timber blank.

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Image 31 – the finished pen.
Image 32 – As Dave mentioned in an earlier post, we were joined by several ‘home school’ students for a few hours. Kryan quickly became the ‘King of the Kids’ as he takes them through the process of making a pen.
Image 33 – Brendan generously accepted the ‘challenge’ to turn a plate for one of the home school kids. In doing so he emphasised the need, particularly in a commercial sense, of clearly defining the specification for the article being produced as well as several other insights into commercial wood
turning throughout his presentations. On the other hand one notes that he is wearing the latest in ‘safety’ thongs!!
Image 34 – The dual camera setup with one camera overhead and another looking straight down the lathe bed gave everyone a good view of exactly what was happening. A press of a button changed the image from one viewpoint to the other.
Image 35 – The plate is finished, signed and present to young Oskar. Thank you Brendan.
Image 36 – Now for Brendan’s real challenge – this spalted, worm eaten lump of Jacaranda (?) is to be turned into a natural edged bowl

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Image 37 – The blank is mounted to a screw held in the chuck and a tenon turned (for reverse mounting the blank to hollow the interior) and the outside shape defined.
Image 38 - The bowl is reversed and hollowing of the interior commences
Image 39 – “BUGGAR” – the tenon breaks!!
Doesn’t it make you feel much better knowing that this can happen to a professional as well?
Image 40 – Not to worry – turn a new foot, redefine the shape and continue on.
Image 41 – Brendan demonstrates the correct tool presentation to ensure the bevel maintains proper contact
Image 42 – Hollowing a natural edge bowl requires the skill to cut large amounts of air as the wings of the natural edge rotate past the tip of the gouge

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Image 43 – Brendan prefers to use a round nose negative rake scraper to finish the inside of the bowl as there is potential for considerable tear-out in the spalted and slightly punky wood
Image 44 – Straight off the lathe and ready for hand sanding
Image 45 – Sunday morning and Brendan has returned to share some of his secrets in turning and assembling a Crush Grind pepper mill. In this image he discusses the benefits of a 1” auger drill for drilling the body.
Image 46 – The body has been drilled, turned to shape and finished using Aussie Oil. When jamb chucking the knob to the body, several thickness of paper towel is required as the fit between the two components must be a very slightly loose fit to allow proper rotation of the knob.
Image 46a – Using a purpose turned mandrel, the top section of the Crush Grind mechanism is hammered home into the knob
Image 47 – The shape of the mandrel (bottom left of image) is explained by Brendan. The mill only needs the shaft to be trimmed to length to complete the project.

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Image 48 – A general view of the demo area and the appreciative audience

[DaveTTC]

Great set of pics. We did more than I remembered.

Upto 18 but have to head back to work. I'll be back

DaveTTC

Turning Wood into Art

[Bushmiller]

OGB

That is one of the best picture spreads I have seen on the Forum for quite a while. Not only was there quantity but you also captured the mood and enthusiasm.

Excellent.

Regards
Paul

[crowie]

Patience Crowie:secret:. All will be revealed tomorrow (sometime) - just to whet your appetite there will be 50 images and narrative :wink:

Thank you heaps Bob, They have brought a big smile to an otherwise difficult couple of days....
Makes me wish I was so much better and could have driven down like last year....
Well done sir and well done to all the attendees; in the most, we are fortunate to have such a top mob of blokes & ladies on the forum....
I remember the beautiful tool chest that Dirk & Peter made for Dave along with Trevor's beautifully frames "Blue Wren" photo for Dave from Trevor & Keith....
Dave has certain made some inroads into the repairs and upgrades over the past year and the sunrise & sunsets are still magnificent....
AGAIN THANK YOU.... Cheers, Peter

[Simplicity]

Bob,
What a great set of pictures.
It didn't feel like an action packed weekend,
but then the pictures tell a different story.
On a side note is just me or should Gab take up a new career as a hand model.
I also sommelier swear to try to not fall asleep so early in the evening next year.
So I to ,can take some almost great shots.

Cheers Matt

[Gabriel]

That's a great write up Bob!!...
There is one piece missing I think. I was too scared to take any photos of it, as I only had my phone !!

Oldgreybeard also ran a tutorial on the Saturday night trying to impart a little more photography knowledge to us louts.... He had a great presentation coving the three main effects of exposure. Shutter speed, aperture and ISO.
(I was paying attention!)
It was very informative and for someone who doesn't really understand photography at all - easy to follow and quite interesting. Thanks Bob!!

I had a blast of a weekend, and a massive thanks to all who attended. I'd say all who demonstrated or offered assistance with food but I'd say everyone pitched in to make it a ripper weekend.

I hope Brendan doesn't suffer as badly as I do with the silky oak. Sure, I knew it was bad for me - but I wasn't actually working on the piece!! Guess I better start thinking a bit more seriously about the fact that I'm not invincible..... Itchy eyes, slight swelling and small wash on the arms. No more silky oak demos for me!

Was great to catch up with the familiar faces, and even better to put more faces to regular forum names that pop up.

I had a dig around home and pulled out my thread chasing gear. I purchased it when I first bought a lathe with grand aspirations..... This will be the first time I actually try them out. They're 20 TPI so going with theories discussed on the weekend, they should be a good starting point. I just need to manufacture a 'hook' tool to cut the relief on the internal thread .

Dave and Rachael, you're hospitality was second to none once again and I've got my thinking hat on for next year.

Thanks all!
Gab

P.s. whilst my 'presentation' was a little under the radar, I thank all who listened to my titbits of information. I'm not a public speaker, but enjoy the intimacy of showing a few friendly faces my way of doing a few things....Will work on it for Dooen 2018

[DSEL74]

Look at all that fun stuff! Dave I thought you said you were going to make them all just finish your renovations.