Mark,
I missed this thread earlier, great work. I am really looking forward to seeing your article. Did I say this was great work? Thanks for sharing your ideas and techniques.
Cody
Thank you Cody.
I began to get inquiries on"How did you...." So rather than make folks hunt through old threads for the pictures, a library article seemed more time efficient.
I am enjoying making these and have 5 more designs in process, but they are time consuming.
And since it will be in tutorial form - I fully expect other pen turners who like this design feature to use it. Besides, I am taking inspiration from others, so if there is anything I can give back, so be it.
Joe Schneider (wood128) has been a wonderful mentor to me. He gives me suggestions, has showed me how he has made some of his designs, and has encouraged me. All with no hesitation, although he sells his blanks. I have mentioned him before, and this is simply to acknowledge that I share his attitude to share "what we know."
Personally, Having a Library Article is an honor and recognition enough that I may have made a contribution that others can benefit from. I seriously doubt someone in Colorado will take away sales from me in Ohio. If they simply copy my blank and claim it as their unique creation, well - that's on them.
My time left with my family and friends will be far too short to be bothered by lack of recognition.
(I know you understand). I have 2 more dry blocks to play with, but have been doing a lot of household chores the past 10 days, mowing and weeding, etc... so no new ground (pen turning) was attempted.
