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June 30, 2010 By

Some words about woodworking contests and challenges

I invite everyone to visit the WoodNet woodworking forums, to read about the contest to “…Get yourself a single construction grade 2″ x 6″ x 8′  and make something beautiful out of it…” The contest ends at midnight tonight; the winner in each of four categories will be announced in the next few days. My “curvy table” entry is located here; the thread has been read over 3,000 times!

The original announcement is located here; and all the entries in the 2 x6 contest are here. The first thread has been read a total of 9,700+ times already, and has over 100 replies.

I encourage everyone to participate in these contests and challenges. Why? Because they are important to each of us in several ways:

  • We are pushed to meet a deadline in the shop
  • We are moved to “think out of the box”
  • They move us to try things we might not try otherwise
  • There is nothing to lose, other than a few hours’ worth of our time, in return for several hours of enjoyment focused on a single objective
  • Beginners and advanced woodworkers participate on equal footing, regardless of experience, tool availability, or skill set — only creativity, and a desire to produce the best within one’s ability

What do you think of the entries in the WoodNet 2 x 6 contest? Which will likely win in the various categories?

I would love to hear from you what you think about these contests and challenges. Will you participate in the upcoming Lumberjocks Summer 2010 Woodworking Awards?

— Al Navas

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June 28, 2010 By

Summer time!

The weather in NW Missouri has been gorgeous, following terrible storms just one week ago. So far, we have been able to spend at least two hours a day sharing the pool with our daughter and her wonderful family:

Best pool time in years!

One of the smartest things we did was move the grill up on the deck, close to the kitchen, and just outside the dining room doors:

Moved the grill - now we use it every day.

Have a wonderful and safe Summer!

— Al Navas

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June 23, 2010 By

Get ready for the Lumberjocks Summer 2010 Woodworking Awards

Lumberjocks just announced the Summer 2010 Woodworking Awards – the Category is Fluidity:

Fluidity – “Like grasses swaying in a summer breeze, the fluid motion is visible in the solid form of the wood.” Create a woodworking project that portrays fluidity and/or movement, Be sure to describe your inspiration and vision – the interpretation is as important as the finished product.

If you would like to meet this challenge, make sure to submit your entry in this contest, starting the morning of July 1 through July 31, 2010. To read the rules, and all the terrific prizes, visit the contest web page at Lumberjocks.com.

— Al Navas

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