Proper Use of a Block Plane

The block plane is one of the most versatile woodworking tools in any craftsman’s toolbox. You can shape, smooth, curve, clean, get rid of excess wood, and square up pieces of lumber all with a block plane. Running a block plane over a piece of stock could save you hours of sanding. Properly using a block plane isn’t easy for beginners, so here are a few tips to get you used to using your plane.

 


Lifestyle, Home, Woodworking Tools, Lie Nielsen Tools

Legal Considerations Surrounding Divorce

No one likes to think, much less talk, about divorce. Having an unbiased professional handle all the messy details ensures a better outcome for all parties involved. Whether fathers’ rights or retirement assets are at the heart of your divorce, working with a professional that handles family law on a regular basis is the smartest solution. Here are three basic areas where an experienced divorce attorney can provide sound advice...


Family, Legal, Fathers’ Rights, Fathers’ Rights Lawyers

Some Japanese Woodworking Basics

Japanese carpentry and woodworking go back over a thousand years. While fine woodworking tools certainly went into the ornate details of each piece, the true heart of Japanese carpentry came in the skill and craftsmanship of the woodworkers. In Western culture, the designer and the constructor tend to be two separate entities, but in Japanese carpentry, the craftsperson is designer and carpenter, artist and maker, in one.

 

Lifestyle, Home, Fine Woodworking Tools, Carving Tool Set

Next-Generation Farming: Turning Over Crops Faster

Farming just ain’t what it used to be. Whether your business is family owned and operated or you’re a subsidiary of a farming conglomerate, you can’t afford to spend days and days in the tractor working on just one job. There are tons of things we have to do to meet demand. This is where we shed some old and outdated methods in favor of efficient and fast next-generation farming. Here are some simple ways to upgrade your system to help your operation achieve maximum yield—and maximum profits.

 

Business, Technology, Fuel Storage, Fuel Tanks For Sale

Tupac: A Look at a Legend

Hip hop tends to have a bad reputation associated with violence and crime, but its roots lie deep in poetry and a celebration and discussion of life experiences. Tupac Shakur was recently resurrected as a hologram in a mind-bending performance at Coachella. While the performance displayed advanced 3D rendering and projection technology, it also reminded us of the man who had become a pioneer and forerunner of modern rap, making himself more legend than man.


Business, Technology, 3D Rendering, Audio-Visual Services