toywizard.org

 
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.
John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com

The Woodworking range of products was first developed in 1988 to allow the user to sculpt and shape wood in any direction. The first product developed was called the Woodcarver blade, which could be fitted to a small 100mm/4″ angle grinder. This caused a major breakthrough for woodworkers by offering an increase in productivity, without the limiting restraints of only working with square edges. Read More.

John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.

The Power Chisel is the ultimate woodworker’s friend. You simply let the motor do the work and guide the chisel in which direction that you prefer. It does everything that a traditional hammer and chisel will, only easier and faster. It is so safe and easy to use that it is perfect for everyone, from kids to the professional woodworker. Read More.

John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.

Woodworks Ltd. says: We have made a commitment to being your number one Wood Parts Company by supplying you with the best quality at the lowest prices on small wood turnings and wood cut outs.  We started in a garage over 30 years ago and thanks to customers like you and our great staff, we are now in a 30,000 square foot building.  We specialize in bulk pack bags of unfinished wood parts. Quantities range from 1 to 5,000 depending on the item you are ordering. Additional discounts may also be available on large volume & case quantity purchases.

     We carry the largest selection of quality craft, hobby, and woodworking supplies. If you are looking for wood parts, wood craft supplies, wood turnings, wood stampings, hardware, wire or jute, then Woodworks, Ltd. is your source. If you have a craft project or need an idea for a craft project, this is the place to visit. From wood fruit and animals to balls, beads, shaker pegs, dowels, dowel caps, stair plugs, doll making supplies, pens, door hangers, toy wheels, and small furniture parts, all at wholesale prices. We continually strive to bring you the very best in customer service. So please, let us know how we can help you. We always enjoy hearing your comments and suggestions. Our office hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm CST Monday thru Friday. (800) 722-0311. Read More.

John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.

FreeForm® Modeling Systems are 3D touch-enabled systems used for medical and dental modeling, product design, digital content creation and fine art.  FreeForm Modeling provides all of the benefits of computer aided design (CAD) with an intuitive interface for an artist familiar with modeling in clay or wax.  Unlike traditional CAD, it is especially well-suited to create organic shapes such as those found in toys. The software cost is approximately $10,000 per work station.  Read More.

John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.

Wood Guy shows how to use a standard table saw and blade to craft wheels. This technique works best for wheels that are 2.5″ in diameter and larger. Smaller wheels can be crafted on a table saw by using dowel stock cut to the width of the wheel tread. Read More.

Woodworking:
How To Cut A Circle On A Table Saw

John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.

John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.

John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.

The Excalibur 21″ variable speed scroll saw’s unique design provides a stable platform when cutting straight or on an angle. Unlike other scroll saws where the table is tilted for angled cuts, the entire head of the Excalibur tilts 45º to the left or the right. This allows the user to better control the work piece on a flat table surface, for a more safe and accurate cut. Solidly built upper and lower parallel arms keep the blade straight with minimal blade deflection allowing for precise cuts, making this the most sought after scroll saw on the market.

• 120V 1.3 amp constant torque permanent magnet motor
• Large 13-1/2″ x 23-1/2″ table surface
• No tools required – finger operated blade clamps
• Easy access speed and tension controls
• Organized blade storage on base
• Onboard dust blower

Specifications:
• Throat: 21″
• Maximum cutting depth: 2″
• Variable speed: 400-1550 SPM
• Dimensions: L: 32″ W: 15″ H: 15″
• Weight: 65lbs.
• Includes operation manual and 2 year warranty
• $679.00 at Woodcraft   

John W. Lewman Toy Designer www.toymakerpress.com
Publishers of fun to make wood toy projects and plans.

Gerald says on his website: From the start I chose as the aim of my work to try and capture the character of the subject rather than try to reproduce every minute detail of the entire car. No model car in anything less that a quarter scale can hope to show every detail to scale, if only because of the limitations of the materials.  My philosophy is, that if you have to use licence, use it to show the character of the subject, rather than attempt to show irrelevant detail that will interfere with the the total subject.  The eye expects to see certain things when it recognises an object.  With something as large as a classic car, scaled down small enough to be held in one hand, unnecessary detail will distract the eye from the whole and more often than not kill the overall view of the subject, so that the essential character of the classic masterpieces will be lost.

You must visit Gerald’s website and take a look at his fascinating creations.
http://web.mac.com/gawingrove/iWeb/Home%20Page/Home%20Page%20.html