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[djneli]

Hi guys,

Neil here. I work in sales and marketing operations and have absolutely no experience in wood working whatsoever. I like working with my hands and as a hobby on the weekends I do a bit of steel work and decided to spread that through to wood work as well.

I have a 14 month old son (Sebastian) and I thought I would work on a couple of projects for him. The big goal is to build a cubby house and play set, but before that I think I might tackle some smaller projects.

When I buys tools I don't usually try to get things that will last, so my trip to Total Tools yesterday wasn't cheap haha

So first up, when Seb wakes up and I can make some noise, is to make a work bench. I've had a Bunnings trip this morning to pick up supplies. I have a CNC router on order from 3dtek (the X-Carve) so my project today is to knock up a work bench that will house it. Not sure if I should draw out first what I have in my head or just wing it. I think today I might just wing it and build it as I go - wish me luck =)

[DaveTTC]

welcome aboard.

love to see some pics of what you come up with ... be sure to take some pics along the way

DaveTTC

Turning Wood Into Art

[old1955]

Welcome to the forum Neil.

[crowie]

G'Day & Welcome to a top forum "Neil".
There are a stack of members in Brisbane & S.E. Queensland plus the rest of the world.....
You'll find a heap of helpful & knowledgeable blokes & ladies on the forum and for most very willing to assist.
Make sure you show off your handiwork as everyone loves a photo, especially WIP [Work In Progress] photos with build notes.
Enjoy the forum.
Enjoy your woodwork......
Cheers crowie

PS - Don't forget the toymaking section for beaut wooden toys ideas for your children....

Also keep an eye on the forum market place for tools & machinery plus of course garage sales & deceased estates...

[Christos]

Welcome to the forum.

[JJF]

Welcome to the forum

[mike48]

Welcome mate.

Did you get the message about photos?

We just love photos of other peoples projects.


Good to hear you are involving the young one.
My dad had me pulling old valve radios apart when I was about five, so I am told; great training.

[Christos]

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Good to hear you are involving the young one.
My dad had me pulling old valve radios apart when I was about five, so I am told; great training.

These days it would computers.