Woodworker's Journal 2009-33-4, страница 4
the woodworker's journal Building a Better Summer Is this the summer of our discontent? For many of us, the state of the world is having an influence on what we're planning to do with our free time and money this summer. We may put off more "exotic" vacations and take a pass on "the big house project" often ushered in with warmer weather. But that change has the very distinct possibility of becoming a wonderful gift — delivered in an admittedly sad-looking package. Think about it: if you are not on vacation (or preparing for one), that leaves more time in your workshop, and I for one think more time woodworking is a good deal. I might be working a bit more economically — but at least I am still woodworking. Something I've been up to lately — and it's something I think woodworkers have been doing since woodworking moved from something we did to survive, to something we do to live better — is using my woodworking skills to enhance my other hobbies. For example, a few years ago, I started turning fishing lures to save a buck and to enrich my fishing experience. (To my surprise, the lures actually catch fish!) Even in the dread cold of winter, the anticipation of fishing is palpable as I make the lures, and I must confess to a good bit of pride and satisfaction when I am fishing with my homemade "masterpieces"... although they'll never be mistaken for the store-bought variety. With a similar thought in mind, we assembled this magazine to help you enjoy your woodworking hobby while putting it to work to enhance the rest of your life. Our little corner cabinet (page 30) is easy to build and can improve storage options in a bedroom or a bathroom, at home or perhaps in a summer cabin. In the same way. if you, like me, enjoy fishing, Jeff Day's experience building exquisite bamboo fly rods (page 26) is sure to get your juices flowing. Our other two projects — a wall-mounted clamping fixture and sandpaper organizer — are fun to build and ultra-practical additions to your shop. I know that it is impossible to escape completely from the everyday cares and worries that inhabit our world. But 1 also know that those experiences are just a part of life under the sun. So I am going to take some time this summer to literally "build" a better and more enjoyable future. What about you? Our Sandpaper Organizer (page 66) will enhance your shop experience. 8 JULY/AUGUST 2009 Volume 33, Number 4 ROB JOHNSTONE Editor in Chief JOANNA WERCH TAKES Senior Editor CHRIS MARSHALL Field Editor JEFF JACOBSON Senior Art Director JOE FAHEY Associate Art Director MATTHEW BECKER Content Coordinator LARRY N.STOIAKEN Publisher DANA SEVERSON Advertising Director ALYSSA TAUER Advertising Operations MARY TZIMOKAS Circulation Director KELLY ROSAAEN Circulation Manager LAURA WHITE Fulfillment Manager Founder and CEO ANN ROCKLER JACKSON Editorial Advisors NORTON ROCKLER JOHN KELLIHER Contributing Editors MICHAEL DRESDNER RICK WHITE GEORGE VONDRISKA ADVERTISING SALES J.F. Van Gilder Company 12740 Hillcrest Plaza Dr., Suite 295 Dallas, Texas 75230 DAVID BECKLER david@ivgco.com JACKIE SMITH jackie@jvgco.com JIM VAN GILDER jim@jvgco.com Phone: (972) 392-1892 Fax: (972) 392-1893 Member Audit Bureau of Ovulations EDITORIAL INQUIRIES ROB JOHNSTONE rjohnstone@woodvvorkersiournal.com 763-478-8255 JOANNA WERCH TAKES jtakes@woodworkersjournal.oom 763-478-8303 CHRIS MARSHALL omarshall@woodworkersjournal.com 614-746-2985 SUBSCRIPTION INQUIRIES (800) 765-4119 or Write Woodworker's Journal, P.O. Box 8572 Red Oak, IA 51591-1572. email: WWJcustserv@cdsfulfiHment.com. Include mailing label for renewals and address changes. For gift subscriptions, include your name and address and your gift recipient's. BOOK SALES AND BACK ISSUES Call: (800)610-0883 www. woodworkersjournal. com VISIT OUR HOME PAGE: ©2009 Rockier Press Inc. Printed in USA |
