An Idea for a benefit auction

10/8/04, 5:42 PM #1

Dan Donaldson
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An Idea for a benefit auction

Dan Donaldson

>How many would be interested in a bowl by our esteemed Webmaster? I wonder if we could persuade him to make some kind of a small bowl, sign it, and put it up for auction? I doubt that he would do it on his own, but might if enough of us hound him ;-)

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I have been woodworking for about 25 years now, and would consider myself an enthusiastic amateur. My claim to fame (or infamy) has always been fixing stuff. I spent time in the Air Force in the 60's then went to work as an electronic technician for civil service. I finally got my EE, and being fed up with the civil service nonsense, took a job with Ford Motor Company until I went with the split to Visteon last year. I got interested in music and started playing in a bluegrass band. I wanted a new guitar, and that kind of led me into woodworking. I bought some books, a few tools, and built a guitar. Luckily, I didn't know any better than to try that as a first ever project. I still play it when I get a chance, so it must not be too bad if it can live for over 20 years. After a stint in Mexico for my job, I moved into a new house and built a small shop. Since then I have been collecting tools and skills, probably more of the former than the latter ;-). Finding this site has done more for my skills and enjoyment than anything else. I have learned a lot and really enjoy the friendships that I have made here. I have been married to LOML (Lori) for 32 years now and have 6 kids. When they are all gone, I want to get a 1 bedroom house (so there is not room for them to move back in) and at least a 6 car heated/air conditioned garage for a shop. (Dream on...)

Re: An Idea for a benefit auction

10/8/04, 6:20 PM #2

Frank Mutchler in Colorado Springs
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Count me in!

Frank Mutchler in Colorado Springs

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Re: An Idea for a benefit auction

10/8/04, 10:29 PM #3

Jack Guzman from Maine
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Hey Ellis! great idea!

Jack Guzman from Maine

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I am a carpenter by trade.Also a handyman/Jack -of-all-trades.I work around my neighborhood mostly helping people keep up their old houses.I have a fairly large woodworking shop in my house where I work with both hand and power tools. At the moment I'm focusing on Windsor chairs building.I will build most anything if needed. I'm always learning,adapting,changing trying to broaden my woodworking skills.I work mostly with hand tools in my shop but will use power if it is a better way to get the desired result. My wife,Donna,and I live in the woods of Maine with our dogs,cats,and birds. We have 5 grown kids and six grandchildren. Woodcentral has been central to my growth as a woodworker. I pass through this place every day.

Re: An Idea for a benefit auction

10/9/04, 4:04 AM #4

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I ... will ... not ... cave ... in ...

Ellis Walentine

>... to such unmitigated pressure. Actually I am flattered that Dan thinks my turnings are worth bidding on. :-) I know for a fact that we have a lot of more accomplished turners around here.

Lemme think on this...

Ellis

Re: An Idea for a benefit auction

10/9/04, 5:31 AM #5

Dan Donaldson
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Couple of things;-)

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>First, I know how good some of the turners are that post here on WC. It would be extremely intimidating to try to actually compete with them, if competition was what it was, however------ I have seen pictures of Ellis' turnings, and also seen a bunch in person and they are definately nothing to be ashamed of. I suggested this for a couple of reasons. First, Ellis does some nice work, and second, I think that there are probably some here that would like to have a turning just because he made it.

Besides, It might force Ellis to get out of the office for at least a little bit and make some shavings;-) (It's good therapy Boss ;-))

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I have been woodworking for about 25 years now, and would consider myself an enthusiastic amateur. My claim to fame (or infamy) has always been fixing stuff. I spent time in the Air Force in the 60's then went to work as an electronic technician for civil service. I finally got my EE, and being fed up with the civil service nonsense, took a job with Ford Motor Company until I went with the split to Visteon last year. I got interested in music and started playing in a bluegrass band. I wanted a new guitar, and that kind of led me into woodworking. I bought some books, a few tools, and built a guitar. Luckily, I didn't know any better than to try that as a first ever project. I still play it when I get a chance, so it must not be too bad if it can live for over 20 years. After a stint in Mexico for my job, I moved into a new house and built a small shop. Since then I have been collecting tools and skills, probably more of the former than the latter ;-). Finding this site has done more for my skills and enjoyment than anything else. I have learned a lot and really enjoy the friendships that I have made here. I have been married to LOML (Lori) for 32 years now and have 6 kids. When they are all gone, I want to get a 1 bedroom house (so there is not room for them to move back in) and at least a 6 car heated/air conditioned garage for a shop. (Dream on...)

An Idea for a benefit auction

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