Testing out some wood / resin rings ( lemmy.world )
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And toolmaking, the gouge was hand-fashioned from some vanadium steel.
I’m not active enough of an internet guy to remember to actually post stuff - so we’re going back 6 months…...
It's super cool and all, but also kind of ominous? I feel like something more inviting might be a better fit.
I'd really love to start making something, even if it's basic. Any tips on where to start? Tools, wood, etc?
I got a good deal on some pecan and i was planning to use it to build patio furniture. I don't know much about pecan and I'm having trouble finding much info about it. Is this a good wood for outdoor use or should i find an indoor project for it?
I decided to sand down the top, drawer front, and low shelf edges, but leave the spindles alone. I tried to match the stain but the one I bought (and tried on a hidden area) came out too red, so I skipped staining. Luckily several coats of poly ended up close enough....