Hello all. I've been lurking for a few weeks, and started the process on a Red oak board. Floor tiller complete. Can seem to shed the work obligations and honey do's for more time in the garage. Anyways, I'm not close to finishing this thing and I'm already on the hunt for the next step. Addicted for sure....
I'm looking for someone willing to spend some time with me over a few days when time allows in order to teach me the in's and outs of this craft. The closer to Colorado Springs, the better. Heck, Florida may be an option too, but that's still a year or two away, and I want to learn sooner than later.
A little about me. I'm a 20+ year trad nut. I'm in the Military and approaching retirement. Originally from Florida, but Uncle Sam has had me all over the globe the last 18 years. Currently in beautiful Colorado. I would like to spend some of my time off making shavings. I told the wife if I get good enough at this, I'll sell off all my custom bows and buy her a new pair of shoes. My kids are still young enough to appreciate what I make them and not some new shiney Gee Wizz gadget. I always appreciated anything crafted from wood, and would like my children to also appreciate it. Now it's my turn to craft some functional art, but I have a LONG road ahead of me. I'm very new to this, but consider myself more handy than the average guy. I just need a real mentor and not just the web. Can anyone help? Point me in the right direction..
