Presidential Words - Tripod
Transcript of Presidential Words - Tripod
Volume 28 Number 9 October 2014
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Presidential Words
For October 2014
Dear Members,
Demo September 27th
Terry Martin gave us a wonderful
look at his Flanged Lidded
Vessels. The demo gave
everyone attending an insight into
the stages and number of
rechucking steps required to turn
these forms. Terry kept us
entertained with his turning
techniques and stories of his
journey from when he joined WSQ
in the late 80's until now. Terry
also had a number of copies of his
recently published book, the
CREATIVE WOODTURNER for
sale, but don't despair if you
missed out as he donated one to
our library.
After the Demo Terry also gave us
a short presentation of his recent
travels to China and the
Norwegian Woodturning Cruise.
Thank you Terry for a great
morning and a look back in history.
Monthly Forum October 18th
This month Charlie Edwards one
of our Top Turners will be giving us
a presentation on how he Cuts
and Routers the design on the top
of his Bowls and Platters.
Everyone who has seen these
pieces of Charlie's will want to
learn his secrets, so make sure
you don't miss this Forum. As
always we will have our critique of
members work after morning tea
and it would be timely for all
participants to bring along one of
their recently finished pieces.
October 25th - Two Part Demo
1. Getting started in Woodturning
This presentation will look at the
Wood Lathe, Lathe Tools, Power
Tools, Hand Tools and other
equipment that you will need to get
started in Woodturning without
wasting your money buying items
that you don't need. So if you are
a new member or still trying to set
yourself up, this is a must see
presentation. And after Morning
Tea.
2. The Science of Modern
Woodturning Chucks
I will be demonstrating how to get
the best out of your Woodturning
Chuck. I will showing how you to
create accurate Dovetail Spigots
and Recesses that will not fail.
Looking also at the range of jaws
that are on the market to suit these
modern chucks. A must see demo
for anyone who has lost a Bowl,
Vase or Lidded Box from their
chuck.
Special Dates for 2015
Liam O'Neil from Ireland has been
booked for February 20th, 21st
and 22nd next year. There will be
a Hands on Day on Friday the
20th, with an all-day Demo on
Saturday the 21st and another
Hands on Day on Sunday the
22nd. More details and costing
next month.
Till Next Time!
Rob Mc Kee President
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Diary & Looking Ahead at WSQ
October 2014 & Beyond
Date Day of Month Session Title Convenors Times
1 Oct 1st Wednesday DOTS Workshop
Evening Design Forum
Suspended until advised
Rob Mc Kee
6.00pm – 7.30pm
7.30pm – 9.30pm
2 Oct 1st Thursday WSQ Safety & Workshop
Induction for New Members
9.00am – 12noon
7 Oct 1st Tuesday Open Workshop
DVA & New Member Training
Evening Open Workshop
John Sheppard & Bob
McGeechan
Tom Rowston
John Sheppard
8.00am – Noon
1.00pm – 3.30pm
6.00pm – 9.00pm
10 Oct 1st Friday Toy and Open Workshop
Toy Group
Open Workshop
Peter Churchward
8.00am – 3.00pm
11 Oct 2nd Saturday Management Meeting 9.00am – Noon
14 Oct 2nd Tuesday Open Workshop
DVA & New Member Training
Evening Open Workshop
Lyndon Prescott & Jim Buxton
Tom Rowston
Rob Mc Kee
8.00am – Noon
1.00pm – 3.30pm
6.00pm – 9.00pm
16 Oct 3rd Thursday Pre-Booked Project Tuition
Cost - $25.00
Rob Mc Kee
9.00am – 12.30pm
18 Oct 3rd Saturday WSQ Monthly Forum Refer to Section Below 9.00am - Noon
21 Oct 3rd Tuesday Open Workshop
DVA & New Member Training
Evening Open Workshop
John Sheppard & Bob
McGeechan
Tom Rowston
John Sheppard
8.00am – Noon
1.00pm – 3.30pm
6.00pm – 9.00pm
25 Oct 4th Saturday WSQ Demonstration Refer to Section Below 9.00am – Noon
28 Oct 4th Tuesday Open Workshop
DVA & New Member Training
Evening Open Workshop
Rob Mc Kee & Tom McKim
Tom Rowston
Allan Dickson
8.00am – Noon
1.00pm – 3.30pm
6.00pm – 9.00pm
25 Sep 4th Thursday Pre-Booked Project Tuition
Cost - $25.00
Rob Mc Kee
9.00am – 12.30pm
N/A 5th Tuesday -
Only if one falls
in the month
Open Workshop
DVA & New Member Training
Evening Open Workshop
Rob Mc Kee & Tom McKim
Tom Rowston
Rob Mc Kee
8.00am – Noon
1.00pm – 3.30pm
6.00pm – 9.00pm
Future Events & Important Dates
Wednesday 1 October Design Forum – “Bowls Over 200mm Diameter” – 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Saturday 18 October Monthly Forum – Cutting and Routing With Charlie Edwards 9.00am – 12.00pm
Saturday 25 October Demonstration by Rob Mc Kee, Two Part Session: Part 1 – Intro to Woodturning | Part 2 – Dovetail Spigots and Recesses 9.00am – 12.00pm
Tuesday 11 November Special General Meeting for Committee Nominations – 9.30am
Turning Talk – August 2014
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Treasurer’s Report
The Society’s major activity in September was our Annual Competition. We again had four judges, and the overall cost
of the competition was $674. The expenditure was well worth it, given the quality of the entries and the judges’
feedback. Other major expenditure during the month included the quarterly electricity account ($868) and store
purchases ($586). Total expenditure for the month was $4056. Total income was $2,804, mainly from membership
subscriptions ($933), member events ($1001) and hall letting ($520). The current cash balance is $32,448.
Brian Creese Treasurer
WANTED: Donations of Turnings for Mt
Coot-tha Raffle Prizes
We are again looking for donations of turned items for the raffle to be held during the November Mt Coot-tha
Exhibition. We normally offer two prizes, with first prize being valued between $200 and $250, second prize about
$75. Anyone willing to donate a suitable piece should contact Rob McKee or Brian Creese.
Brian Creese Treasurer
Library News
The following DVD’s were purchased to make up the full set of “Woodturning Projects with Rex & Kip” holding volumes
one through six.
Members are urged to have a look at these new acquisitions when they are next visiting the library. If any member has
seen a book or DVD they think would be good in our library please let me know.
Alwyn Clark WSQ Librarian
Vol. 3 contains the projects Dry Bowl,
Tool Handle, Game Caller, Fridge
Magnet and Bottle Stopper.
Vol. 4 contains the projects Oil Lamp,
Desk Clock, Pizza Cutter, Sphere, Egg,
Kaleidoscope and Door Stopper.
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Library Displays of WSQ Turned Items
NORTHSIDE SOUTHSIDE
October Albany Creek Garden City, Mt Gravatt
Both the Southside and Northside Teams are looking for new turned items for their displays. The pieces do not have to be competition standard, just competently executed pieces will be OK. Speak to either of us if you would like to loan us a piece or two for this year. Many thanks to all those people who have already loaned items for display. Thanks very much to the members who assist with these library displays, including Ken Groves, Charlie Edwards, Lyndon Prescott, Len Young, Allan Dickson, Alan Fulbohm, and Ron Donaldson. John Byrne WSQ Member Greg Fletcher WSQ Membership Secretary
2014 WSQ Competition – Report
Another year, another
competition and another dose of
the creativity and skill that the
WSQ members have on offer.
There were a total 112 pieces
entered this year down from a
total of 146 in 2013. However, the
calibre of the pieces entered this
year was excellent.
The two highest scoring pieces
had a total of 190 points, 10
points shy of a perfect score.
We again had four outstanding
judges this year, who worked in
teams of two to critique the
items. Judges Eric Cameron and
Jeff Scorey from Bayside
Woodturners and John Rogers
and Ivan Medew from Bribie and
District Woodcrafters provided
excellent feedback for the
entrants.
The club appreciates the judge’s
efforts not only in judging and
feedback but also for attending
our presentation day on 25th
September to present the awards.
The presentation was well
attended with the winners being
presented their awards by the
judges. The club would also like to
acknowledge the time that the
local Councillor, Ian McKenzie
took to join us and present the
trophies. The trophy winners
were:
- Max Morris Shield:
Gary Bidgood & Paul Machin-
Everill
- Max Ma.Lu.Ca Trophy:
Paul Machin-Everill
- Ben Flack Memorial Trophy:
Charlie Edwards
- Morton Machine Tools
Encouragement Trophy:
Jeff Haylock
- Roy Hall Memorial Trophy:
Gary Bidgood
Councillor Ian McKenzie with Gary
Bidgood and Paul Machin-Everill
A special thanks also goes to the
Competition Committee
consisting of Richard Cooper, Rick
Harrison, Phil Harris, Charlie
Edwards and Harold Wiltshire.
These members have contributed
a significant amount of time to
make the 2014 competition a
success.
Thanks also goes to Mike Dodson
for catering both for the judges as
well as the awards presentation.
Jarrod Martin Editor – Turning Talk
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WSQ Competition 2014 – Results
Summary
Level 1 Level 2 Continued
Cat Prize Name Item Points Cat Prize Name Item Points
A 2nd Paul Machin-Everill A12 173 C 1st Stephen Auer C2 180
A 1st Paul Machin-Everill A13 174 D 2nd Stephen Auer D2 168
B HC Brian Creese B8 176 D 1st Mick Phythian D5 173
B HC Allan Dickson B16 175 E 1st Stephen Auer E8 165
B HC Allan Dickson B17 174 F 2nd Stephen Auer F4 157
B 2nd Charlie Edwards B1 177 F 1st Mick Phythian F8 172
B 1st Brian Creese B9 178 H 2nd Rick Harrison H8 158
C 2nd Charlie Edwards C1 181 H 1st Stephen Auer H1 166
C 1st Paul Machin-Everill C7 182 I 1st Stephen Auer I1 157
D 2nd John Sheppard D7 168 J 2nd Stephen Auer J2 156
D 1st Brian Creese D4 175 J 1st Stephen Auer J5 176
E HC Brian Creese E5 176 K 2nd Mick Phythian K4 180
E 2nd Brian Creese E4 178 K 1st Gary Bidgood K1 190
E 1st Charlie Edwards E1 179 L 2nd Gary Bidgood L2 169
F 2nd Paul Machin-Everill F10 180 L 1st Gary Bidgood L1 177
F 1st Brian Creese F7 183 M 2nd Stephen Auer M2 160
H HC Graeme Kennedy H10 183 M 1st Peter Wyer M1 181
H 2nd John Sheppard H4 184 N 2nd Stephen Auer N1 157
H 1st Paul Machin-Everill H11 186 N 1st Stephen Auer N2 166
J 2nd Paul Machin-Everill J7 177 P 1st Albert Takken P1 175
J 1st Paul Machin-Everill J6 190
L 2nd Paul Machin-Everill L8 171 Level 3
L 1st Paul Machin-Everill L7 172 Cat Prize Name Item Points
M 2nd John Sheppard M4 170 A 2nd Ron Marlow A3 166
M 1st John Sheppard M5 181 A 1st Jeff Haylock A8 173
O 2nd Brian Creese O1 167 B 2nd Alwyn Clark B3 163
O 1st Charlie Edwards O2 171 B 1st Alwyn Clark B4 167
P 1st Paul Machin-Everill P2 183 C 1st Stevo Lolic C4 146
Q 2nd John Sheppard Q1 176 D 1st Luke Maddux D1 170
Q 1st Paul Machin-Everill Q3 184 E 1st Allan Short E9 164
F 1st Lee Wilson F2 166
Level 2 H 2nd Allan Short H7 157
Cat Prize Name Item Points H 1st Elaine Jonsberg H5 165
A 2nd Mick Phythian A9 160 J 2nd Michael Kells J8 142
A 1st Stephen Auer A1 165 J 1st Ron Marlow J3 152
B 2nd Rick Harrison B11 145 K 1st Allan Short K3 168
B 1st Mick Phythian B14 179 N 1st Allan Short N3 176
C 2nd Stephen Auer C3 151 P 1st Harold Wiltshire P3 171
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Trophy Winners – Turning
Name Item Level Points Max Morris Shield Gary Bidgood K1 2 190
The Max Morris Shield is awarded to the individual entry gaining the highest point score in any of the purely wood turning categories, at levels one or two.
Max Ma.Lu.Ca Trophy Paul Machin-Everill N.A. 1 1789 The Ma.Lu.Ca Trophy is awarded to the entrant gaining the highest aggregate points (First or Second) in level one. Donated by Mario Luigi Calligaris
Ben Flack Memorial Trophy Charlie Edwards E1 1 179 The Ben Flack Memorial Trophy is awarded to the individual entry gaining the highest point score at any level in the category for turning incorporating other work (carving, sculpting or other work).
Morton Machine Tools Encouragement Trophy
Jeff Haylock A8 3 173 The Moreton Machine Tools Encouragement Trophy is awarded to the individual entry gaining the highest point score in any of the purely wood turning categories, at level three.
Roy Hall Memorial Trophy Gary Bidgood K1 2 190 The Ray Hall Memorial Trophy is awarded to the individual entry showing the greatest innovation in any facet of woodturning. It does not need to be a prize winning item to be selected for this award. The entry may be from any level.
Items from the WSQ 2014 Competition
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Flanged Vessel Demonstration
On Saturday 27th September the long time WSQ member and fountain of knowledge, Terry Martin visited the hall to provide a demonstration on how to turn and construct a flanged vessel.
Flanged Vessel Created by Terry
The demonstration was an exercise of chucking and rechucking, to perform the cuts necessary to shape the small flanged vessels. The timber Terry had selected for the turning were some pieces of red cedar that he had roughed and dried for a few years. The blanks were drilled with a 6.5mm hole to suit the screw chuck for the lathe. Before turning Terry passed around his favourite turning tool; the 20th Anniversary AAW Jerry Glaser Gouge. The tip of the blade is razor sharp which when combined with good technique produces a very clean cut with little tear out.
Jerry Glaser Gouge
Terry roughly cut the shape of the vessel, since it was a large block, he went for a taller curved profile. When cutting the shape he demonstrated some non-traditional cutting techniques and in many cases did not rub the bevel of the chisel when cutting. He followed this by saying that
the first rule of turning is safety, but after that, there really are no rules. For example, he considers his gouges to be his favourite scrapes, as they can cut cleaner with their finer edge. He recommended that if you can’t obtain a smooth curve by eye, that you can use a flexible rule and wrap it against the shape, anywhere that light shines through is either a raised area, recess or flat spot which needs further shaping. Terry finished shaping the spigot for mounting for the next part. The spigot is also two tiers for easy parting of and finishing later on. After finalising the shape the top was parted off to create the flange.
Rough Vessel Shaping and Parting
Locations
The flange piece was then remounted using the screw chuck and the original hole. The piece was shaped to have a small two tier spigot into the middle. The first tier in this scenario to create a gap between the flange and the vessel.
Rough Flange Shape
Terry then remounted the flange using the spigot in a 4 Jaw chuck to shape the top of the flange and create the small hollow.
The body was then remounted in a 4-Jaw Chuck using the bottom spigot and bored out using a Forstner bit. The size of the bit is determined by the diameter of the jaw chuck. He continued with some rough hollowing of the vessel however, he stated that it didn’t need to be perfect because the hole in the flange would be too small
to see or feel the inside of the vessel properly. After finalising the hollow of the vessel Terry shaped the insert for the flange spigot until a tight fit was formed, by cutting and checking repeatedly. Due to the dust emitted from cedar when sanding. Terry chose to finish the pieces at home with a full breathing apparatus.
He continued by discussing method he uses to embellish the flange of the vessel including pitting and piercing using a burs and scalloping and shaping using his vibrosaw. Terry finished the demonstration with the following pieces of advice. 1. Keep your tools as sharp as
possible. 2. Refine your cutting technique with
your respective tools. 3. Having a separate flange, allows
you to save more time when hollowing.
4. Cutting the flange from the same piece should allow both halves to move uniformly with changes in humidity.
After completing the demonstration Terry went through a small presentation of his exploits on the Norwegian Woodturning Cruise. He also talked about his efforts with Turners without Boarders who are currently working to bring back the skill of turning to China. Terry’s work with TWB was certainly awe-inspiring. At the end of the session Terry was presented with a certificate of appreciation. Terry also kindly donated a copy of his book “The Creative Woodturner” to the library. Jarrod Martin Editor – Turning Talk
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New Members
There is only one new member this month, please welcome:
Bill Spencer of Brookfield It’s great to see the continuing flow of new members.
Please make Bill feel welcome.
Greg Fletcher WSQ Membership Secretary
Carba-Tec Job Vacancy
Carba-Tec is currently recruiting for full time
and casual staff to work at the Customer
Service Centre in Wakerley. Ideally they’re
seeking applicants who have a background in
wood turning, although some previous
experience in a customer service role would
also be beneficial.
In addition to the usual benefits that you would
expect from this type of role, all Carba-Tec staff
have access to a generous staff discount after
a qualifying period.
The ad on seek is available at the following
address;
http://www.seek.com.au/Job/27332904
If anyone is interested, feel free to either apply
via seek or send an email directly to me
([email protected]) with a resume and a
cover letter.
Kind Regards
Darren Cate Customer Service Manager - Carba-Tec Pty Ltd
.Vicmarc Specials
Vicmarc currently has a number items available that are either factory seconds or superseded stock.
Item Price
(Ex. GST) Item
Price
(Ex. GST)
VM90/100
4 x 100mm Dovetail Jaws
2 x Step Jaws
1 x Standard Jaws
1 x 88mm Shark Jaws
1 x 48mm Shark Jaws
1 x VM100 Standard Jaws w/ Insert
$25 ea.
$25 ea.
$20 ea.
$45 ea.
$25 ea.
$140 ea.
Tool Handles
6 x 3/8 Handle
10 x 1/2 Handle
3 x 5/8 Handle
8 x 3/4 Handle
$15 ea.
$30 ea.
$20 ea.
$25 ea.
VM120/150
3 x Multipurpose Jaws
2 x Step Jaws
2 x 35mm Pin Jaws
1 x 25mm Pin Jaws
1 x 55mm Shark Jaws
1 x 68mm Shark Jaws
1 x 83mm Shark Jaws
4 x Dovetail Duo Jaws
1 x 223mm Dovetail Jaws
3 x VM120 w/ Step Jaws w/ Insert
1 x VM120 No Jaws w/ Insert
$70 ea.
$35 ea.
$35 ea.
$25 ea.
$30 ea.
$35 ea.
$45 ea.
$60 ea.
$60 ea.
$175 ea.
$175 ea,
Lathes
1 x VL240 ASM EVS
1 x VL240 BM EVS
1 x VL200 Long SM EVS
1 x VL200 Short SM EVS
1 x VL175BM
1 x VL175SM
7 x VL150 Cast Leg 0.55kW
1 x VL300 Short SM EVS w/ Swing Away
2nd Hand (Terry Martin’s Lathe)
$4,000
$3,520
$3,140
$2,975
$2,750
$3,300
$1,300
$2,900 Neg.
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QLD Towing Laws Guide
Dear Readers,
During one of the recent Tuesday workshops the issue of “new” towing laws was mentioned. There was a rumour that
was circling around the internet in early August regarding police issuing on-the-spot fines for having the incorrectly rated
“D” shackles. It started around the same time that the Department or Transport and Main Roads (TMR) released their
most recent version of the “Guide to Safe Towing”. The rumour has since been discredited by police, with an official
statement available from QPS here: http://goo.gl/w9pA4g
As of 27th October 2014, there are no rulings on the type of shackles to be used. However, in the interest of road safety,
TMR recommends that the shackles used should meet AS2741-2002 “Shackles” and should have a break load limit that
is rated at least 1.5 times greater than the ATM of the trailer.
The following is a summary of your legal requirements when it comes to towing a trailer in Queensland:
Legal Requirements
The vehicle and trailer must comply with all relevant registration requirements;
The vehicle and trailer must be in a roadworthy and safe condition;
All trailers must be fitted with a rear number plate and a registration label fixed to the left side or rear of the
body, with the label facing outwards;
Towbars and couplings must not obscure the towing vehicle’s number plate or rear lights when the trailer is not
connected;
Towing more than one trailer is prohibited;
People are not permitted to ride in the trailer or caravans; and
The speed limit for a vehicle towing a trailer is the same for a normal vehicle.
The following are some additional rules and recommendations from TMR:
Certification – Light trailers with an Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) over 750kg and up to and including 3,500kg require
current safety certificates and trailers over 3,500kg require a certificate of inspection when offered for sale or disposal,
or when being re-registered or having registration transferred from interstate.
Towbar – The load capacity of the towbar must be at least equal to the loaded mass of the trailer and must be fitted
with attachments for connecting safety chains capable of withstanding the rated load capacity of the towbar.
Couplings – Trailers that do not exceed 3,500kg ATM must have a quick release coupling. Typical approved couplings
include a 50mm ball coupling for trailers with an ATM up to 2,300kg. A heavy duty 50mm ball coupling for trailers with
an ATM up to 3,500kg and Pintle hook couplings for trailers with an ATM up to 4,500kg.
Braking – Trailers that have a GTM that does not exceed 750kg and have only a single axle, do not require brakes.
Trailers up to 2,000kg GTM require breaks on all the wheels of at least one axle and every trailer over 2,000kg GTM
require brakes on all wheels.
Safety Chains – Trailers that do not exceed 2,500kg ATM must have at least one safety chain complying with AS4177.4-
1994 or AS4177.4-2004. Trailers over 2,500kg but less than 3,500kg ATM must have two safety chains meeting
AS4177.4-1994 or AS4177.4-2004. Trailers over 3,500kg ATM must have two safety chains made from steel of a
minimum 800MPa breaking stress that conforms to the mechanical properties of Grade T chain as specified in AS2321-
1979 or AS2321-2006. Each chain must be sized that the minimum break load exceeds the ATM of the trailer.
For a full outline of the rules the “Guide to Safe Towing” can be found by searching the Department of Transport and
Main Roads Website. For convenience the following short-link will take you to the web page. http://goo.gl/pL7FG2.
Jarrod Martin Editor – Turning Talk
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THIS IS TO ADVISE ALL MEMBERS THAT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONSTITUTION OF THE
WOODTURNERS SOCIETY OF QUEENSLAND INC THERE WILL BE A
SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING
AT 19 PINE STREET GREENSLOPES
AT 9.30 AM TUESDAY 11TH NOVEMBER 2014
FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSE ONLY:
1. Confirmation of Minutes of Annual General Meeting held on 15th March 2014 2. Election of the Management Committee for 2015 3. Other Business
Woodturners Society of Queensland Inc
Nomination form for the Management Committee 2015 *
Nomination for the Position of ( PLEASE TICK ONE ONLY ):
☐ President ☐ Vice President ☐ Secretary
☐ Treasurer ☐ Committee
I nominate........................................................................................... ( Members name ) for the above position
Your name ( PLEASE PRINT )........................................................... Signed............................................
Seconded by ( PLEASE PRINT )....................................................... Signed............................................
I, the member nominated for the above position, accept the nomination
Signature............................................................... Date.....................
* (NB: Nomination must be in the hands of the Secretary by no later than 28th October 2014 )
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Tree of the Month - Marblewood
Acacia bakeri, commonly known as Marblewood is a vulnerable species of Wattle and a member of the Fabaceae family. The native range of the species is very limited and exists in both tropical and sub-tropical rainforests ranging from Maryborough, QLD to Brunswick Heads, NSW. There are currently initiatives in both states to reintroduce the species and you can purchase sapling from a number of native nurseries. Description The Marblewood is one of the largest of all Acacias, growing up to 40 – 50 meters tall. However, many of the existing plants are much shorter due to forest clearing, and its relatively slow growth rate. The plant can be found growing in volcanic and alluvial soils along the East coast of Australia, and is one of the few Wattles that does not require fire for seed germination. As with most wattles, the tree has long strappy dark green leaves with multiple veins running along the length. The cream coloured flowers are round and fluffy. When pollinated the tree produces, long bean like pods.
Uses The Marblewood timbers has a heartwood that is yellow to golden brown with irregular brown, purple or black streaks weaving through the timber. The sapwood is paler with a solid yellowish colour and lacks the streaks of the heartwood. The grain can be straight or slightly interlocked and can have some open pores. The timber of the Marblewood tree is incredibly figured. The base colour of the timber is golden and has veins of dark brown racing through the timber.
Marblewood Bowl – Gary Camardo, Rosewood and Birch
Due to its high density the timber can have a blunting effect on tools. It has range of applications including flooring, veneer, turned objects, cabinetry, instruments and fine furniture.
Jarrod Martin Editor – Turning Talk
Text sourced from Wikipedia and LLA Hardwood Images sourced from Wikipedia, Wattleday and Rosewood and Birch.
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Turning Talk Published by the
Woodturners Society of Queensland Incorporated
Management Committee
President:
Vice President:
Secretary:
Treasurer:
Members:
Rob Mc Kee 3207 1785
Kev Kruger 3202 5846
Lyn Woodward 3879 9305
Brian Creese 3378 4041
Bob McGeechan 3394 1839
Mike Dodson 3824 2777
Bob Kennedy 3892 4675
Barbara Sheppard 3275 2764
Albert Takken 3374 1870
Geoff Holbeck 3901 6782
Reg Weber 3206 2325
Other Positions
Immediate Past President:
Newsletter Editor:
Membership Secretaries:
Librarian:
Assistant Librarian
Storekeeper:
Mt Coot-tha Co-ordinator:
Competition Organiser:
Web Co-ordinator:
Caretaker:
Phil Harris 3878 2836
Geoff Holbeck 3901 6782
Greg Fletcher 3423 1554
Brian Creese 3378 4041
Alwyn Clark 3803 4270
Barbara Sheppard 3275 2764
John Sheppard 3275 2764
Rob Mc Kee 3207 1785
Richard Cooper 3878 1097
Gary Bidgood 3103 7500
Len Young 3397 8827
The views expressed in this publication are not
necessarily those of the Woodturners Society
of Queensland or its Management Committee.
Other organisations are welcome to use, with
appropriate acknowledgement, editorial
material from this publication.
All submissions for the October 2014 edition of Turning Talk need to
be submitted by no later than Thursday 25th September 2014.
You’re invited to contribute to the content of TT.
To do so, preferably by Email:
Or, by mail:
C/O TT EDITOR @ WSQ
19 Pine Street, Greenslopes
Brisbane, Qld 4120