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55 Years of a Woodworking Journey
Hi everyone. A comment from Tony a couple of days ago got me to thinking about my lifetime of woodworking and where I started compared to where I am today. Since every one of us here on this site has their own unique story ,I don't know if a Blog tracing my journey, which is probably no better or worse than any one elses, would serve any great purpose but I thought that just maybe it would help others realize that the work we do today will lead us to a more refined outcome later. Please don't misunderstand my thoughts here. I do not see myself as a great woodworker or as some symbol of refined merit. I am just looking to share a journey of my life that may in some way help others to see they have a long and ever improving road ahead if they are interested. So, I ask for your thoughts and input on this topic idea. I don't have all the answers and my way of doing things is not the only way. I only want to perhaps inspire someone to push forward and achieve what ever they seek. If you deem this too pedantic or not worth the time, please let me know. I want to share not burden. I would hope that I might in some way inspire.
And I also know that this may just be my dumbest ideal yet.
And I also know that this may just be my dumbest ideal yet.
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It could be quite interesting PapaDave. A blog would be the way to go. You could set it up chronologically or by technique or by project styles.
not a dumb idea at all papa, i think it will be a great way to inspire beginning woodworkers. as i look back on my own journey of about 55 years i made a lot of firewood getting here 🤣
working with my hands is a joy,it gives me a sense of fulfillment,somthing so many seek and so few find.-SAM MALOOF.
i do feel i have improved some im just not sure bout last model if its new shop or what i hope i can get back to where i was and if any have ?s just ask me and if i dont know someone will i didnt get serious until 30 or after even 35 maybe
*TONY ** Denver * ALWAYS REMEMBER TO HAVE FUN
I think this would be wonderful PD!
My dad was a "utility" woodworker making shelves, benches, etc. with just a small 8" TS (that I have in storage).
Uncle was a master carver, but I spent my young days just doing simple utility stuff. Lots of ww classes in JHS kept my interest going, but not until about 30 years ago did I have the money and space to get serious.
My dad was a "utility" woodworker making shelves, benches, etc. with just a small 8" TS (that I have in storage).
Uncle was a master carver, but I spent my young days just doing simple utility stuff. Lots of ww classes in JHS kept my interest going, but not until about 30 years ago did I have the money and space to get serious.
I am just looking to share a journey of my life that may in some way help others to see they have a long and ever improving road ahead if they are interested.
I would be interested in reading about your journey (and others as well). I learn so much from reading project details - even if that specific project isn't one I might attempt, I can pick up techniques or just inspiration.
(And how awesome to have been woodworking for 55 years)
(And how awesome to have been woodworking for 55 years)
