Monthly Archives: March 2013

Totally Shameless Plug

Posted on March 14, 2013 by yaakov

My usual readers know that I have been doing my best to lose weight and get stronger since last summer. All my hard work has really paid off. I went from 198 lbs (90kg) to 137lbs (62kg) using two fitness systems. … Continue reading →

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Inlay complete!

Posted on March 11, 2013 by yaakov

Every feel like Heaven is conspiring against you? I feel that way about this project. Between the freezing temperatures, house guests, holidays, kids events, and other work related stuff, I feel like I can’t get anything done in a satisfactory … Continue reading →

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One power tool I am very happy to have

Posted on March 7, 2013 by yaakov

  Now that the veneering work is done, it is time to prepare the material that will become the inlay. For this project, I am going to inlay the Hebrew word tzedakah on the front panel of the tzedakah box. Technically, what … Continue reading →

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You know what sucks?

Posted on March 3, 2013 by yaakov

I frequently find myself telling people that I pretty much have every piece of equipment that a woodworker could want. Of course, you can never REALLY have enough tools. And if you believe you do have everything you need, or … Continue reading →

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