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October  2016    

October Mini-Symposium to Feature Chris K’Nerr  
"Making Your Own Tools"

Our annual Fall Mini-Symposium will be held on Saturday, October 15 at Hardwoods Inc. 
Chris K'Nerr will discuss what one can realistically make in the average woodworking shop.  Included will be subjects such as the tools you will need, steel, a discussion of alloys in laymen's terms, as well as an introduction to tempering and hardening steel, shaping steel, and some advanced concepts.  

The types of tools that can be made include lathe chisels, chisels, scrapers, depth/shoulder planes, plane blades, odd shaped cutters and scrapers, and scrapers made to use on metal. As time permits, there may be an opportunity for hands-on activity.

Registration and shopping starts at 8:00 AM with the meeting beginning at 9:00 AM and ending at Noon.   Lunch will be provided.
This should be a fascinating, educational presentation.  Hope to see you there!

   &  You are Encouraged to Bring a Comfortable Chair !
Hardwoods, Inc.
5400 Riverview Road  
Mableton, GA 30126

 
September Guild Meeting Featured Repairing Finishes with Ken Gregg

Ken Gregg, the Guild's Scholarship Director, discussed and demonstrated a number of techniques for repairing scuffs, dents, shallow & deep scratches (Yes, he created one with a Hatchet - before our eyes!)

The Approach for scratches of various depths is the same.
  Fill and Level  /  Color  /  Finish
     Fillers:
      Soft waxes with pigment
      Hard Waxes
      Bondo
      Plaster & wood fillers such as Famowood, Timbermate, Quikwood Epoxy
    Coloring:
      Waxes with pigment  -  push in or melt in
      Mohawk Blendal sticks, dyes (liquid or solid)
      Water colors  (acrylics, watercolor pencils)
      Powdered Pigments soluble in alcohol
    Finish: 
      Konig Special Lacquer Repair
      Deft spray lacquer
      Matching finish

Ken demonstrated many of the techniques to illustrate the above Approaches to help fix these various problems, which unfortunately can happen.   

Many of the above products are available at our Patron Sponsors, and Ken also mentioned the variety and effectiveness of Konig Products, which are only available on their website   konigtouchup.com     Additionally, Ken has generously offered that if anyone has a desire to order any of Konig's products to let him know, and perhaps a combined order can be placed to save on shipping costs.   Contact  Ken with your questions at    [email protected]  

Ken humbly emphasized that although he has performed quite a few finish repairs, he is a practicing student, not an expert (a wise philosophy indeed).  However, with the knowledge he imparted at the September meeting, we can become practicing students, also.
   
     Many Thanks, Ken !

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WWG of GA  Election Time !

As communicated in the recent past, we are moving elections for the Board of Directors from January to November.  The election will take place at our regularly scheduled meeting on November 14. 

Whether you have served before or not, whether you are a long-term member or just joined, please consider working on the Board, even if just on a part-time basis.  
 
• Too busy?  So is everyone else.  Not a lot of your time is required. 
• Can’t make all the meetings?  Not a requirement.  Very few positions need to be at every meeting, some not at all. 
• Don’t know enough people in the Guild?  Neither did anyone else until they served on the Board.   That is probably the best benefit of being a Board member – number of friends you’ll make.
• Not confident in your woodworking skills, knowledge, tools or equipment?  Practice makes perfect.  I started with little more than a desire to make sawdust and have something usable as a result. Woodworking has made me a lifelong student (and bargain hunter).  
• Not sure we can use you?   All of us have skills and talents beyond woodworking - bookkeeping, writing, photography, training, sales, marketing, outgoing & good with people – to name a few.   
• Not interested at this time?  The Guild is your Guild, and you have a stake in its status and future.  Every member adds value, every member is a mentor, every member is a rich source of good ideas, and every member can help in some capacity to make us better.  You make a difference!
  
Anyone with an interest in any Board position, or helping part-time, please contact John Nielsen 770-434-3812  or  Gary Fader  770-977-7271.

Following is a Brief description of 3 Board positions now available for Your Consideration:

Director of Patron Sponsors    This individual is often the ambassador for the Guild, personally visiting or communication with each Sponsor periodically.  Works with the Director of membership to obtain and distribute WWGGA membership brochures, and with the Programs and Symposium Directors to coordinate meeting facilities, corporate communications and promotions for upcoming events.

Treasurer    Maintains the bookkeeping records for the Guild in terms of receipts and disbursements, in combination with the annual budget.   Oversees receipts, and makes bank deposits for membership dues via PayPal, check or cash, as well as the Scholarship fund receipts.  Maintains bank accounts. 

Membership Director    Maintains roll of members and the annual changes thereof, with the ultimate goal in growing and maintaining the membership.   Coordinates and arranges a membership sign-in table at Monthly Meetings and Symposiums, and coordinates Show 'N Tell at the Holiday Party. 
Get Ready for Show 'N Tell at Our Annual Holiday Party  

Sharpen Your Tools and get ready for Show 'N Tell at our Holiday Party, which will again be held on December 5th at the Atlanta North 7th Day Adventist Church in Dunwoody.

You can bring up to 3 items, and the Judging, by Attendees and their significant others, is not mandatory.
i.e.  You can just Show your creations.

There will be both a  Masters (previous winners) and Craftsman categories.
 Show 'N Tell

Show 'N Tell at the September Monthly Meeting at Woodcraft featured some beautiful works from Guild members, as shown in the accompanying photos.  

Great Stuff / Thanks Everyone ! 

Show 'N Tell will continue at the November Meeting.
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Turner’s Group


The 3rd  Monday Turner's Group at Rockler continues to be successful.   As is typical, we had some good discussion.  We all learned quite a bit, picked up a few tips and techniques, and enjoyed each other’s company and feedback. 

If you own a Lathe, if you turn, or if you have any interest in turning – no matter the skill level – please feel free to join us at 6:30 on the 3rd Monday at Rockler!





Woodworkers’ Guild
Upcoming Events  
                                                                                                                                                                           

Saturday, October 15
Hardwoods Inc.   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Registration begins at 8:00 AM  
Fall Mini-Symposium  -  Making Your Own Tools with Chris K'Nerr
Hardwoods Inc.
5400 Riverview Road
Mableton, GA  30126

NOTE:    No Monthly Meeting at Woodcraft in October

Monday, October 17
 Rockler  6:30 PM
Turner's Group
                                           
Monday, November 14 
Woodcraft 6:30 PM
Veneering and Vacuum Pressing with John Jones
 and  Show 'N Tell 
and  Annual Business Meeting with Election of Board of Directors

 Monday, November 21
Rockler  6:30 PM
Turner's Group

Monday, December 5
Annual Holiday Party  and  Show 'N Tell

Please Note that the Turning Group at Rockler meets Every Month                                   on the 3rd Monday at 6:30 PM
                                                                                                                                               
Free Demonstrations

Rockler   6690 Roswell Road / Sandy Springs 

Oct. 8:      11:00     SawStop Cabinet Saw
Oct. 15:    11:00     SawStop Jobsite Saw
Oct. 22:    11:00     Bowl Turning
Oct. 29:    11:00     Woodworking for the Holidays                                                                                                                                                                               


Woodcraft    8560 Holcomb Bridge Road / Roswell   

Oct. 8:     1:00    Routers & Router Bits
Oct. 15:   1:00    Sharpening Carving Tools                                                      Oct. 22:   1:00    Knife Hancles
Oct. 29:    1:00   Bottle Stoppers

Nov. 5:      1:00   Bandsaw Carving Board

                                       FOR SALE

When I made a presentation on Spray Finishing, I mentioned that I had a conversion spray gun (compressed air/hvlp) for sale (after I found it).  Well now it has been found.   I also have an air compressor.  The gun is a DeVilbiss Finishline and the compressor is 20 gallon, 5.5 HP, also made by DeVilbiss.  The gun is $180 new and the compressor is $250 new.  Both are in very good condition.  Will someone please take both off my hands for $225?

Jim Milam

The Guild Board of Directors

John Nielsen, President - 770-434-3812
Joe Rodriquez, Treasurer - 224-659-2225
Marvin Miller, Community/Charitable Projects - 305-525-7626
Nick Zicchino, Woodworking Show 2017 - 770-237-2280
Patron Sponsors - Open
Nuane Neely, Spring Symposium 2017 - 770-922-1933
Tom Risoli, Website Administrator - 678-513-0887
Communications - Open
Gary FaderVice-President, Secretary - 770-977-7271
Jim Milam, Member at Large - 404-255-2314
Roger Moister, Librarian - 404-355-5033
Kevin May, Membership - 770-425-8928
Ken Gregg, Scholarships - 678-799-6157
Mark Haugland, Newsletter - 678-294-8043
Jim Wright, Audio Visual/Member at Large - 770-973-4692
John Jones, Website Administrator - 678-576-7265
Gary Fader,  Program Committee Chairman - 770-977-7271
Support Your Woodworkers’ Guild of Georgia Patron Sponsors 
Show Them Your Membership Card

Fintech Abrasives  - For over 25 years, Fintech Technologies has been fabricating belts, sheets, rolls and other abrasives. They also have extensive experience with the application of the newest materials in coated abrasives, Family owned and operated in Belding, MI, Fintech is a highly respected company that takes pride in its excellent product quality, unmatched customer service, and superior technical support. Guild members are welcome to order products, as well as contact them with questions. Use their website at www.fintechabrasives.com or call them at 1-888-223-8768. 

Hardwoods Incorporated -  A division of Atlanta Hardwood Corporation, Hardwoods Inc. has grown to become one of the largest hardwood distributors in the Eastern United States. Hardwoods Inc. stocks more than 100 species of domestic and exotic lumber, plywood, Arborite laminates and turning stock. When you think of wood, think of us. Open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday. At 5400 Riverview Road, Mableton, 30126. 404.792.0910 www.hardwoodweb.com  

Highland Woodworking -  Providing fine woodworking tools and project supplies since 1978, Highland defines itself as a learning community. The store has attracted nationally known teachers and authors including Tage Frid, Sam Maloof, Michael Dunbar, Rude Osolnik, Toshio Odate, Dale Nish, Mark Duginske and many others in Highland’s ongoing program of seminars and workshops. Their catalog of fine woodworking tools and workshops is available online, or visit its fully-stocked store at 1045 N. Highland Avenue in Atlanta, www.highlandwoodworking.com 404-872-4466. 

Peach State Lumber Products  - We are dealers of high grade/cabinet quality hardwoods, plywood, softwood, veneer and also carry a full line of cabinet grade plywood and turning blocks. We welcome small quantity orders and have a retail sales area open to the public. We also carry Hettich brand hinges and drawer slides. We have hardware screws and pocket hole screws. We now have live edge slabs in multiple species, great for bar tops, mantels, etc. 4000 Moon Station Road, Kennesaw, 30144. www.peachstatelumber.com tel. (770) 428-3622. 

Peachtree Woodworking Supply  - Is a producer and retailer of high quality woodworking products with a goal of providing the woodworker with the hard to find tools and accessories. They stock over 6,000 different woodworking items. Those items include a wide selection of abrasives, books, DVD’s, clamps, router bits, glue, t-track, dust collection, and much more.  Peachtree also carries the major brands. The store is located at 6684 Jimmy Carter Blvd. Suite 100; Norcross, GA 30071   (770) 458-5539.  Store Hours: Mon – Fri 9 am.- 5 p.m.; Sat 9 am - 3 pm. www.ptreeusa.com 

Redmond Machinery  - Specializes in new and used woodworking and metal working machinery in a 25,000 square foot showroom. We stock machinery, accessories, and supplies from top-name manufacturers. Bargain hunters, check out our large inventory of used and scratch and dent machinery and accessories. We are a source for older American made Powermatic and Delta parts. We invite Guild members to stop by to visit us. We are located at 58 Weldon Rd.,  Palmetto, GA 30268   (770) 683-7297  (800) 428-9898   www.redmondmachinery.com 

Rockler Woodworking and Hardware  - We started as mail order woodworking supply company and today the retail chain stretches across the United States. Our magazine, Woodworker’s Journal, is dedicated to offering plans, techniques, product reviews and tips to woodworkers. Our goal is to be your go-to woodworking resource. We invite you to visit us at 6690 Roswell Road in Sandy Springs. Hours are Monday-Friday 9 am to 7 pm, Saturday 9 am to 6 pm, and Sunday 11 am to 4 pm. On Saturdays we have free demos.       Phone: 404-460-1000. www.rockler.com/retail/stores/ga/sandy-springs-store  

Suwanee Lumber Company –  Is a specialty hardwood supplier for custom cabinet and furniture makers as well as the general public. Suwanee features hardwood lumber with matching plywood and other materials to make every project a work of art. Please show your Guild membership card when shopping their location at 450 Highway 23 in Suwanee, GA   (770) 945-2102 or (800) 330-8087.  
Mailing address is P.O. Box 248,  Suwanee, GA 30024    www.suwaneelumber.com 

Woodcraft  (Two Locations)  –  Has been a woodworker's favorite source for quality hand and power tools, equipment and supplies (including wood). Cabinet makers, wood turners, carvers and woodworkers in general rely on our friendly, experienced staff that is always available to help with the selection of tools and supplies as well as to provide helpful advice on individual projects. We have fully equipped classroom facilities. Stop by our store at 8560 Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell, GA   Phone: 770-587-3372  OR our West side Store at 351 Thornton Road in Lithia Springs. GA 30122  Phone:  770-485-5636.
woodcraft.com/stores/503/woodcraft-of-atlanta/aspx 

The Woodworkers' Guild of Georgia Newsletter is published monthly, and is provided to all Guild members.  
The Newsletter, and its archived copies, is posted on our website.
It is also available 24/7 on our Newsletter URL   wwgga.tlehs.com

If you are interested in contributing an article or placing an ad, please contact Mark at  [email protected]

The Guild welcomes everyone interested in fine woodworking to join.  Annual membership dues are $45.00, 
which can be paid at the monthly meeting (2nd Mondays) or mailed to:
Woodworkers' Guild of Georgia /  P.O. Box 80750  /  Atlanta, GA  30366

You may also pay dues using PayPal at   wwgofga.com
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