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  1. 12th April 2022, 11:32 AM #1
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    G'day all

    Am pretty new to this woodworking gig, and very much a DIY / hobbyist. Think I may have just barely passed woodworking class back in highschool and never thought I would revisit working with wood - ever. Until I quit my job, then COVID hit, then I couldn't find work for the best part of a year and a bit and occupied myself with restoring an 8-seater dining table set (pulling apart, sanding and restaining only) and a couple of other furniture items after which I thought I'd take a stab at making stuff.

    I'd say I'm about 6mths into woodworking as a hobbyist. I started with a circular saw, an impact driver and a power drill and built a rudimentary potting table and matching stool on which none of the legs are square but they're level and stable and I learnt a lot from the experience.

    Hoping I can glean some kernels of wisdom and know-how from others who are more experienced, and who'll be patient as I learn not only some of the basics but also the inherent lingo along the way (What's a kerf? I dunno, but it sure sounds important! ).

    Browsing through some of the threads in the forums, y'all sound pretty decent and helpful. Looking forward to interacting with many of you; so thank you in advance!
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  2. 12th April 2022, 03:38 PM #2
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    Welcome to the forum Waikikamukau, plenty to bide your time with here .Post your interests if you want & ask your questions as you see fit.
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  3. 12th April 2022, 08:00 PM #3
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    Welcome to the forum.
    Got to start somewhere, and this is as good a place as there is.
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    G'Day & Welcome to a top forum....
    There are a stack members around Melbourne and cross Victoria plus the rest of the country.....
    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 - Watch out for local Melbourne get togethers, great way to meet like minded forum members & network..
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