Hey Tim (Just got home form work.)
I have to say, I am enjoying these articles, Ron's inspirations and
perspectives are always a big motivational charge for me. When life doesn't go
the way I think it should its easy to loose perspectiveof the goal, and get mad
over things you can not change. Its nice to hear good things with out the DOWN
side of the worlds problems. EXCAPE form Realty Is a good thing.Thank you .
C.A.G.
On Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:22:08 PM EST, Tim Ziegler
<timjzieg...@gmail.com> wrote:
more good stuff from Ron
Kind Regards,
Timothy J. ZieglerZiegler WoodWork & SpecialtyZiegler Laser Worx LLC14171 160th
Ave.Foreston MN 56330
320-294-5798 shop320-630-2243 cell
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From: Ron Brown's Best, LLC <ron_browns_best_...@ronbrownsbest.addr2.com>
Date: Sat, Nov 23, 2024 at 2:03 AM
Subject: Woodturning Newsletter - Happy Thanksgifing 2024
To: <timjzieg...@gmail.com>
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Why Pick Woodturning As A Hobby?
I have been privileged to engage in just about every type of woodworking from
building furniture to commercial store fixtures to running a trim crew for
crown molding, wainscotting, chair rail, etc. I had my own line of fine oak and
pine country furniture sold through retail stores. I’ve lost count of the
number of bunk beds I’ve built. I have made and sold over 1,000 pieces of
custom furniture during my career.
I’ve noticed the age disparity for different types of woodworking. Have you
ever noticed that the vast majority of turners tend to be seasoned citizens?
Ever wonder why? I’ve pondered this over the years and here is my conclusion.
As we age, we enter different stages of life. Generally, people get out of
school and get married; they start a family, the family grows up and moves out,
and then grandkids arrive. When we are young with a young family, we tend to
focus on things we need for our family, like tables, bunkbeds, wall shelves,
etc. Our focus tends to be practical items like flatwork and furniture.
As our families age, we build things for our adult children and furniture for
the grandbabies. Then we make things like fancy jewelry boxes, keepsake chests,
blanket stands, etc. for holiday gifts.
Eventually, we retire or at least slow down a bit. Then we have time for the
more artistic less practical items: hollow forms, vases, wall hangings, or gift
items like pens, bottle stoppers, spinning tops, pepper mills, salad bowls,
plates, and platters. Young woodturners that are highly focused on just turning
are the exception.
My conclusion is that different kinds of woodworking follow our life cycles.
Woodturning is a rewarding and creative hobby; here are seven reasons why
someone might choose to pick it up sooner or later:
1. Creative Expression: Woodturning allows individuals to create unique and
intricate designs from raw wood, offering endless opportunities for artistic
expression. Whether making functional items like bowls or decorative pieces,
it’s a great outlet for creativity.
2. Relaxation and Stress Relief: Many woodturners find the process of shaping
wood calming and meditative. The rhythmic motion of the lathe can be a great
way to unwind, focus, and disconnect from everyday stress.
3. Satisfaction of Craftsmanship: There’s a sense of pride that comes with
turning a piece of wood into something beautiful or useful. For many, seeing a
rough piece of wood transform into a polished, finished product is deeply
satisfying.
4. Hands-on Learning: Woodturning involves a combination of technical skills
and hands-on experience. For those who enjoy learning through doing, it
provides an opportunity to develop new skills and techniques, such as tool
handling, shaping, and finishing.
5. Personalized Gifts: Woodturning offers the ability to create custom gifts
for friends and family, such as pens, bowls, and ornaments. Personalized
handcrafted items are often cherished and can carry sentimental value.
6. Therapeutic and Productive: For individuals looking for a productive way
to spend their time, woodturning provides both a therapeutic and hands-on
approach. It allows people to make tangible results from their work, creating
everything from furniture to intricate decorative objects.
7. Connection with Nature: Wood is a natural material, and working with it
gives individuals a deeper connection to the environment. Many woodturners
enjoy the process of selecting wood for its unique grain patterns, color, and
texture, making each project one-of-a-kind.
Remember that wherever you go, there you are. Here is my inspiration for this
message.
(Eccl 1:8-10 [NIV2]) All things are wearisome, more than one can say. The eye
never has enough of seeing, nor the ear its fill of hearing. What has been will
be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the
sun. Is there anything of which one can say, “Look! This is something new”? It
was here already, long ago; it was here before our time.
(Eph 5:15-16 [NIV2]) Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as
wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.
(Col 3:22-24 [MSG]) Servants, do what you're told by your earthly masters. And
don't just do the minimum that will get you by. Do your best. Work from the
heart for your real Master, for God, confident that you'll get paid in full
when you come into your inheritance. Keep in mind always that the ultimate
Master you're serving is Christ.
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Click on the image to view the Special Black Friday Offers
(Summary Below)
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Here is the summary of our Black Friday Offers.
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More Information about these and many more of our unique proprietary accessories
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Easy Cut Board From A Bowl System TYPE 2
Easier to use, faster to set up, automatic angles, more range, this is what
you've been waiting for.
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Now available for owners of Type 1 (Original) Bowl From A Board Easy Cut System
as a bolt on upgrade.
ECS MultiGuide
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The instruction are available in PDF form in Free Downloads at
www.ronbrownsbest.com.
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Video
See The ECS MultiGuide in action on YouTube
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Banjo Table
Available for 1" and 5/8" Posts*
The most popular sizes are 7x7, 10x10, 7x14, and 14x14*. The maximum size I can
make is 16x16 using this material.
*(14x14 for 1" posts only)
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We got a request for a 14x14 with double miter slots so it could be used with a
sled. Here is how it turned out.
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We can make a wide variety of configurations. Don't hesitate to ask if you
don't see the size you need.
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Banjo Table
The Banjo Table mounts into your lathe’s banjo and gives you a stable working
platform. It is available for both 1” and 5/8” post lathes.
Who needs this table?
| • | Segmented turners wishing to touch up the segments with a lathe-mounted
sanding disk with or without using a miter gauge (not included) |
| • | Basketweave illusion artists can draw straight even lines on the blank. |
| • | Ideal for fluting with a Router and indexing wheel system |
| • | Anyone needing a flat stable platform mounted on the lathe to allow
controlled access to the workpiece such as carving, drilling equidistant holes,
etc. |
Special thanks to Keith Doneski for suggesting this new item.
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The Brand New ToughSphere Jig
Double Point Support - No Bounce, No Vibration
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Amazing ToughSphere Jig - Solid As A Rock
Two Point Support Eliminates Bounce and Vibration
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Available to fit lathes with swings from 10 to 26"
Priced to fit most turner's budget and as much as $150 less than the most
popular national brand.
YouTube VIDEO
This video is 18 minutes.
Here are 3 shorts (less than 1 minute each)
Roughing Down
Off-Set Right
Tailstock Nubbin
If you are still curious after seeing the video, you can download the
instructions in a PDF here: Amazing ToughSphere Jig Instructions
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Carter and Son Toolworks
Recommends our 4040 setup jig to sharpen their line of 4040 bowl gouges. It
will work on yours too!
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Hollowing Companion - 15" bar allows you to reach 10" deep with your Hollowing
Stabilizer. Save 15% during this sale.
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Video
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In Case You Didn't Know, we manufacture most of what we offer on our website in
our own facility in Lawrenceville, Georgia USA (Atlanta Area).
Here is the current list as of Aug, 2024:
40-40 Grind Set Up Block
Amazing Doughnut Chuck
Amazing Hollowing Stabilizer
Bowl Bottom Thickness Finder
Bowl From A Board Easy Cut System Type 2
Disk Sander - Lathe Mounted Disk Sander
Glue Press
Gouge Setup Blocks 8-inch grinding wheels
Hollowing Stabilizer Companion
Indexing Wheels all options
Ladle Chuck - Amazing Ladle Chuck
Longworth Type 2
Made By Medallions
Mini Steady Rest
MultiGuide for Easy Cut System
Off-Center Chuck Full Sized
Natural Edge Jamb Chuck
Negative Rake Scraper 3N1 Gauge
Parting Tool Kit with “PType” Blade
Quad-Setting-Jig For Wood Lathe Tools
Riser Rings
Amazing ToughSphere Jig
Steady Rest Type 2
Stick Out Gauge Block
ToughSphere Sphere Jig
Turning Tool Angle Gauge ABS Unbreakable Plastic
Universal Setting Jig Lathe tool Sharpening
Various Sharpening Setup Aids
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Is there something else you wish I would invent? Couldn't hurt to make a
suggestion. Drop me a note (HERE)
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Other Unique Products for Wood Turners
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Natural Edge Jamb Chuck
Why You Need This
Even If You Don't Turn Natural Edge Bowls
Cole Jaws, Longworth Chucks, and Doughnut Chucks are wonderful devices.
However, you always lose 2" of holding capacity to allow for the gripper
buttons or bolts. If you are using a 12" lathe, you can only hold a 10" project
to finish the bottom. Using the Natural Edge Jamb Chuck you avoid that
limitation and can hold projects up to the full size of your lathe! Turn 12"
bowls on a 12" lathe, 14" salad bowls and platters on a 14" lathe and a full
16" platter or salad bowl on a 16" lathe.
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If you really want to try something different, try the Amazing Full Sized
Off-Center Chuck
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New Product Release
Bottom Thickness Finder
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Why you need a Glue Press:
These glue presses are perfect for Bowls From A Board as well as traditional
Segmented Ring Projects. With clamps at all four corners and flat rigid
clamping cauls, even pressure is applied across the surface of each ring for
perfect glue joints.
Traditional clamps only apply pressure on two points (North and South) often
leaving poor glue joints on the other two (East and West sides.)
HDPE is known for its non-stick ability as any glue squeeze-out will easily
just flake off with little effort. This material is resistant to warping,
chemicals, and temperature changes. This unit should last for a lifetime of use
when used according to instructions and stored properly.
We have sizes compatible with most segmented projects:
Four Configurations:
10” x 10” – Diameter – Height
10” x 20” – Diameter – Height
14” x 10” – Diameter – Height
14” x 20” – Diameter – Height
Each Press comes with a 5/8” thick HDPE base and top. It has 4 bolts, 4
Five-Star Knobs, and associated nuts and washers.
Instructions are available under Free Download Section of our website. It is
the very last entry (for now)
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Bowl From A Board Easy Cut System
Get a Parting Tool Kit Free with purchase
(You Supply The Handle) A $50 Retail Value
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Note: for this sale I will also include a 11/16" Forstner Bit matching the
diameter of the blade holder tube. It should yield a perfect fit into your
wooden tool handle. $6 retail value.
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New Video #1 - Using The P-Type Parting Tool
(Video)
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New Video #2
Tim Yoder Makes a Bowl From A Board for about $1.
(Video)
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Short Video
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I received several calls from loyal customers with health issues affecting
their hand strength. Some had strokes, some Parkinsons and some just not as
young as the once were. This Stabilizer is meant to reach up to 10" over the
front tool rest and can be easily used with one hand. I've priced it to be
within reach of almost everyone who turns and could use a little extra help.
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Sharp and Stay Sharp in 2024
Turning with sharp tools is safer, easier, and more fun!
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We love helping our customers with turning questions. You can speak to a live
person when you call. If we are not available, we will return your call as soon
as possible. Don't hesitate to pick up the phone. If you have difficulty
checking out, call us and we will be happy to complete your order on the phone.
(770) 962-3821.
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Don't Forget Our Many Other Unique Items For Turners
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