Spinning rainbows: adding colour to your work
The only thing more enjoyable than watching feathery shavings fly off your turning project is when some of them are brightly coloured.
Rick Campbell
Besides being an obvious dead ringer for Brad Pitt, Rick has written well over a hundred project articles for various North American woodworking publications and enjoys taking every opportunity to make sawdust in his London, Ontario, workshop.
Articles by Rick Campbell
Bow Box – Part 3: wrap it up
This is the last of three articles in which Rick Campbell shows you how he made his bow box.
Bow Box – Part 2: ribbons and bows
Now for the most creative part of the project – crafting realistic-looking ribbons and bows to decorate the beautiful box you just completed.
Bow Box – Part 1: design and construction
A brand new project: Rick Campbell shows you how to put a wooden bow on a gift box.
Use French cleats to organize your workshop
When you have a small workshop, the key to staying organized and productive is storage that’s not only efficient, but also adaptable to ever-changing needs.
Build a garden tote
Keeping all your seeds and planting tools organized and within arm’s reach makes gardening even more enjoyable.
Custom shop cabinet
Eliminate bench top clutter for good with a couple of these inexpensive and easy to build shop cabinets.
Treasures and trinkets
This sleek, modern design goes well just about anywhere, but the overall design can be easily adjusted by changing some details. A different style of lid, adding some texture to the curved sides or adjusting the proportions of the box will all work wonders when it comes time to customize your box.
Auxiliary drill press table
Adding an auxiliary table to expand the work surface and accommodate accessories can enhance the functionality of the drill press and make life in the shop more enjoyable.
Artisan rolling pin
This project includes a versatile stand that lets you choose between displaying your handiwork on the countertop and hanging it from the wall.
Turning classic tops
Wooden tops have fascinated children down through the ages with their mystifying ability to defy the laws of gravity. Who knew that physics could be so much fun?
Dado storage box
This sturdy storage box will keep your blades, chippers and shims organized and safe from harm.
Intarsia clock
The entire project can be built in an afternoon from scrap wood found lying around the shop.
Bird feeder – kid’s project
This is a fun project for kids of all ages - a a great way to help our feathered friends.
