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Welcome to the November 2007 issue of the LumberJocks eMag: 
Misery loves company - and so I'm going to share my little panic with everyone. For the past two week, the weeks of finalizing the monthly issue of our LJ eMag, I have had internet problems and I was not able to log onto the publishing site. Oh no .. panic indeed! So much to do and a giant roadblock in my way. I, obviously, am back online and was able to finish the eMag but I have to apologize to everyone who posted information that would have been a great addition to this issue. With the multitude of posts, it is hard to keep up at the best of times, but throw in a glitch and, unfortunately, I've had to let some things slide by. Speaking of "sliding by" - a look at the calendar reminds me that time isn't stopping, either. With only two months left to complete the Save The Children donation, with the next Woodworking Awards event fast approaching, and with the time of gift-giving just around the corner, I am feeling a little bit of pressure to find more time to get into the workshop. But, I know that it will all work out. I just need a plan and I need to make a list (Thanks to Dan for starting this list of cool gift ideas). I need to make the list and check it twice. And then, the only thing left to do is to make some sawdust! And on that note, I'm off to the shop. ~ Debbie 
Are You a LumberJock? ... and now, thanks to Dan Walters, a list of characteristics has been started that indicates if you are NOT a LumberJock. Are you or aren't you? Only you know for sure! Position at LumberJocks.com We are now looking for an Advertising Manager to contact companies regarding advertising on the site, in our eMag, and for our special events held throughout the year. The Ad Manager will receive a percentage of the advertising fees received. Experience in Advertising is definitely an asset but not necessarily a requirement. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, email Martin at lumberjocks@gmail.com. 
Woodworking For a Cause There is still time to participate. The deadline for submission of funds raised is January 1st, 2008. What can you do?
Upcoming Awards Event Categories: The Multi-Purposed 2×4 – One 2×4; One Project. Put your creativity and technical skills to the test by building a project from a single, eight foot long, 2×4. You can secure the pieces with glue, dowels, screws – whatever your heart desires; you can decorate it with paint, stain, or some other medium; you can add mechanical do-dads. What you can’t do is add any other building material (wood, plexiglass, sheet metal, etc.) to it. One 2×4; One Project. We are busy arranging sponsors for this event. If you have a contact who might be interested in providing an Award Prize and advertising in our promotional material, please send the contact information to Debbie. Upcoming Picnics Texas Ontario Japan Northern California International LumberJocks' Picnic Day 
Earlier this month, someone indicated that the world of wood-turning was lacking a forum here at the LJ Shop. Although a specific forum isn't being created for the topic at this time, there are many resources available, through the general forums, projects, and blogs. Tips and strategies shared include information on the characteristics of different types of wood (read the information on this project by Alin Dobra), on turning dry vs wet wood, on tools, turning techniques and safety (see the discussion about spalted wood initiated by JockMike2). And, if you need inspiration, browsing through the projects posted is enough to keep you busy through to the year 2010! What exactly is "wood turning"? It is a process of shaping wood while it is spinning at high speeds. The process dates back to ancient times, possibly originating in Egypt, although some say that it had it's beginnings later, in Britain or Italy. The tools were powered by pulling on a cord and usually involved an assistant to do this part of the process, creating the spin of the wood. From here, the development of a treadle evolved, eliminating the need for an assistant. To see a demonstration of an early model lathe in action, you can see a video that our LJ member, Mot, found on YouTube, that was posted by robinturns. (See the blog discussion about the video here.) Today, lathes come in all shapes and sizes, from a simple attachment of a hand drill, to the use of digital controls to select the speed of the electric machines. Equally important as the spinning of the wood are the carving tools - sharp carving tools. Sharp tools and the right speed make all the difference in the effectiveness and the enjoyment of this craft. Videos:
Projects tagged with "Lathe" Photo: bowl by Bob A in NJ Where in the World is MsDebbieP? 
Shop Tours To be part of this series, simply send Douglas a message. All he needs is a picture or two of your shop and he and MsDebbieP will soon be knocking on your door. (Well, not really knocking on your door but a virtual tour will be arranged.) Join the fun today! Company Tours Along with the shop inspections, MsDebbieP continues to "visit" companies (either in person or by the help of Douglas Bordner and his digital photo editing). This past month, MsDebbieP shared information about the following companies: 
Tips for Using Shellac Bandsaw Uses Building a "Morris Chair" Selecting A Hand Plane Making Your Own Copper Hardware The Plans for a Secret Box Inspired by a plane made by Thos. Angle, DavesFunWoodworking took up the challenge and walks us through his journey of making his very own hand plane. To get inspired to make your own, check out his projects on the plane which starts here. 
Saw Blade Holder Hall Table Tool Maintenance 
Looking for a specific product? Check out the LJ Store. The following are discussions about products, giving tips and personal reviews:
Woodworking Events Around the World 
Club Meetings Wood Shows
We already know that we have a bunch of jokesters in the LJ Shop but who would have thought that we would have our very own comic section? Gizmodyne has created a series of comic pages for our pleasure. Need a laugh? Head to our newstand and pick up a copy of Giz's creation. Look at us! We are 1,908 woodworkers making 86,149 comments on 3,255 projects, 1,311 forum topics and 2,323 blog entries as of November 1, 2007. A little LJ History:
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