We had a good turnout for the February MAWT meeting, including some new members. They all saw Jerry Anson presenting a great video show and explaining his “alien” turning. There was a lot of work, time and expertise put into his project – from the initial CAD drawings and the … Continue reading
We’re pleased that MAWt will have a booth at the Woodworking Show. We haven’t worked out all the details yet, but we have enough people willing to staff the booth. If you can help out, let Ron Zdroik know. That show is February 22, 23 and 24, and will be … Continue reading
Oneway 2436 lathe for sale by Tom Gialdini. Tom lives in northern Wisconsin (Forest county) and wishes to sell his Oneway 2436 lathe with an upgraded 3HP motor, chuck and misc. tools. Tom is a turner of large burl bowls – check out his website http://www.tomsbowlturnings.com/home.html The lathe is 4 … Continue reading
(by Tony Rozendaal) Please read this. I have been working on some internet related things over the past few months. Instagram I have started an Instagram account for Milwaukee Area Woodturners – if you are on Instagram, follow us at mawturners – I have selected various photos from the last year … Continue reading
We started out 2019 with a demonstration by fellow MAWT member Dave McBride turning a one-piece slimline pen from Corian. Dave shared many tips and hints of his pen turning expertise and well as presenting his great looking pens from wood and Corian. New president Ron Zdroik spoke about the … Continue reading
The Milwaukee Area Woodturners held their 2018 Christmas Party and December meeting on December 3, 2018 in the basement clubroom of the Milwaukee Woodcraft. The members in attendance enjoyed roast beef and turkey in gravy and other dishes that the members contributed. After the meal a short business meeting was … Continue reading
As a reminder, all individuals with AAW memberships that are current as of December 31, 2018, will be eligible for the annual drawing of a Powermatic 3520C lathe. That winner will also have the honor of naming a chapter to receive either a JET 1642 or five JET mini-lathes.The drawing … Continue reading
This is a reminder that it is time to pay your annual membership dues. MAWT dues are good for January 1 through December 31. Those paying (or joining) after October 1 are members in good standing to the end of the following year. If it is more convenient, you can … Continue reading
For the last few years, the AAW has offered a number of scholarships to AAW members who are AAW club participants. Based on the size of our club, MAWT is allowed to nominate one member for this scholarship. The scholarships are either to the John C. Campbell Folk School or … Continue reading
Do you have a unique item that you make? Or, do you have a different “spin” (pun certainly intended) on a common item? Consider volunteering to demonstrate. Milwaukee Area Woodturners would like to help you develop into an effective presenter. If this is something you feel like you want to … Continue reading
