Welcome to Issue 2.04  ~  April 2015

Spring, Earth Day, new beginnings -  just some of the things that come to mind when I think of the month of "April". 

New beginnings, in regards to woodworking, is about taking the wood of a fallen tree and giving it a new life. With the topic of our Spring Awards event (Just Pallet Wood) this new beginning is even more special, as we add a second "new beginning" through yet another transformation of the wood. 

Besides our Awards event, what other "new beginnings" are happening in your shop this month?

~ Debbie

Woodworking Awards

Theme: Just Pallet Wood

From workhorse to cast-off: this is often the life of the common pallet – but not when it ends up in the hands of a woodworker! A woodworker transforms “just pallet wood” into something beautiful and/or useful! Be the change. Find an old pallet and work your magic!

Easy to enter and there are prizes!!! Read all the details here.

you know you're a woodworker when... 

you run your fingers under the top of every furniture you see ~ Ianwater

Trending In The Gallery This Month

More Amazing WoodworkingWeb Creations

"After retiring, spend way too much time in my shop everyday,
enjoying every minute." ~ Keith

Interview With A Woodworker: Jeff Vandenberg

"It all started when I was 4 years of age. I was very interested in what my grandfather was doing on my parents home remodel. I always sat there and watched If they need something I would bring it to them (my father and grandfather). they made sure to always tell me the proper name of any tool and what it was used for and then, I would get quizzed...."

Read the full interview here

Some of Jeff's creations

Theme of the Month: Drops

“April Showers”: Showers = water and water = drops

How do you mesh “drops” with woodworking?
Post photos of your "drops" creations in the comments section here. 

"planning on retiring in a few years and just starting to think about taking up wood working as a hobby. Absolute novice that will need a lot of practice, and advice before I become even a little competent. Looking for some basic instruction." ~ Bill

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