New book out on English type Stickmaking.

[Randy]

Summer I am a shop dweller. To hot, humid and wet to carve out side for this old man. Putting in a new window air conditioner this week the old one died. . I have a number of shop projects for the summer. All most all my work these days is doing walking sticks and canes. I want to rearrange my shop...

[Randy]

If you have a thought of doing canes for Vets or other in need you can start in your own community. Contact your nearest American legion hall or VA retirement home, Shiners, I have done canes for kids. It will not take much to fine those that could use a good stick.

[Randy]

Another remarkable work of art Di. Well done!!

[Randy]

It is what you said, personal preference. I have a number of good knives myself. Spent time and a far amount of money learning which ones I did not like to use. For me it is about shape and size of the grip and the blades ability to hold a good cutting edge. Both of which will vary depending the wood...

[Randy]

There are a number of canes for vet programs, the Texas woodcarvers guild had a one and the American National Cane Club. Some other carving clubs do it for local vets in their area. Fun Projects and the vets really seem to appreciate getting them....

[Randy]

Well done Bob. It has been a longtime sense I have done a ball in a cage and a change, You did a great job.Your right its fun and it is great skill builder.

[Randy]

I agree a carving club is the best choice for getting started but if none in your area I hope these are helpful large group of projects. http://blog.mischel.com/gene-messers...25_Woodcarving AFigureOutOfWood . If you click on the dark line at the top of this page then click on ( How To) you will find...

[Randy]

Good looking dog Merle.

[Randy]

New book out on stickmaking By Charlie walked an award winning UK Stickmaker. It was published this month and available on Amazon. If you have an interest in the how to of walking sticks with Wood, horn, or antler handles you may want to look into this book.
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[Randy]

Well done Joe. Nice gift.

[Randy]

There are a large number of high gloss finishes you can buy, What wood are you wanting to finish? Indoor or outdoor use ? The finer it is sanded the smoother and shiner the surface will be....

[Randy]

And there are many fine sculptures on the WCI!

[Randy]

Good books! Now you just need a sharp knife and a box of Ban Aids,

[Randy]

I have been happy with Varathane Clear Satin Water-Based Outdoor Spar Urethane. It has been my experience that the water base spar urethanes do not yellow as much as the varnishes will. This will look a bit milky going on but dries clear....

[Randy]

Hope the volcano does calm down for you all soon. Waiting for the end of one of nature’s events is always stressful and more so when they are ongoing as long as this one has been. Many have you all in their thoughts and prayers.
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[Randy]

Well done Merle ! Great gift She will love it I am sure. May have to do one of those for a greatgrand daughter too. Thanks for the idea.

[Randy]

I do not no what happen to the photos on the first post. May have heen to large of a jpeg. I posted from cell phone. My dog and shop mate was the model..

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Welcome to the forum. Just have to ask and most everyone here who can help will.

[Randy]

The OZ plus is a bit expensive. But I am very happy with it, it is so quiet sometimes I am not sure it’s on. It is very versatile and has more torch than other high speed units I have tried. I have paid for it with some of the work I have been able to do with it....

[Randy]

The Ram OZ Plus is an excellent higher end tool if you want smoother, more powerful micro motor. I have had one for 6 months now and very happy with it. Combine with the FOREDOM 5240 There is little I cannot do with the type of carvings I do. you can see both at Treeline USA website. I still do much...