Multi-sleeve Rolling Pin

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One of the more interesting articles I have written, this rolling pin features a central hex shaft that allows one pin to use multiple sleeves. So there can be a flat one for rolling out dough, and sleeves with different grooves to cut noodles from pasta.

The sleeves were formed using a Bird’s Mouth Bit then the outsides rounded over. While the lathe can be used to round the sleeves and cut the grooves, not everyone has a lathe, so I built a milling box that uses a hand router in place of the lathe.

This article first appeared in the April 2010 issue of Woodworker’s Journal Magazine.

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Sushi Tray

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Sushi Tray

This elegant hardwood and bamboo sushi tray is based on a traditional design - with a modern flair. Breadboard ends with butterfly splines, dovetailed legs, and built-in chopstick rests are created utilizing dovetail joinery techniques. Article includes instructions, photographs, detailed drawings, and a cut list. Published in Woodcraft Magazine, March 2007.

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Work Sharp Review

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Work Sharp Review

Work Sharp, The Wood Tool Sharpener, is made by the same company that manufactures the Drill Doctor. This all-in-one sharpening system is promoted as an air-cooled woodworking tool sharpening system that grinds, sharpens and hones without cumbersome jigs - but is that how it really functions?  Ralph Bagnall used the Work Sharp in his shop and shares his results in this September 2007 article from Woodcraft Magazine.

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Travel Game Table

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Travel Game Table

Bring your chess or checkers game with you wherever you go! This charming game table, based on a British Campaign era piece, is designed to fold up and store the detachable stand inside its case. Article includes drawings, detailed instructions with photographs, a cut list and design template. Originally published in Woodcraft Magazine, March 2006.

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