The first thing I bought on eBay was a Stanley plough plane. So satisfying to cut grooves and rebates. Ive never used a power router.
My grandfather's panel saw, about 115 years old, has a new handle I made from an old shelf during lockdown. I sharpen it with a saw set (also from eBay) and a file. Such a comfortable tool to use. Unlike the disposable ones with plastic handles you see now.
Tip: use a candle to lubricate the blade.
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Recently repairing a garden chair I made some years ago, I replaced cross head screws with traditional slot headed ones. Much easier to remove.
I'm also questioning use of battery powered tools - new hedge trimmer is more powerful, cheaper and no battery to replace when it loses capacity over time.
I like hand tools anyway. My favourite is a turning saw bought in an antique shop. I frequently use it. Stronger than a coping saw and easier to control than a jigsaw.
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Catnip Cake.
Materials: upcycled floor tile, acrylic paint, comic clippings, mod podge
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From this past Februllage!
Prompt(s): Telephone & Clouds
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