Jazznow Report post Posted May 20, 2012 (edited) Hi Folks I Have Seen those green cutting mats in a few of your workshops now. I know them cause my girlfriend is quilting and uses them for cutting fabric with a rotary cutter. I always thought about using one for cutting leather but was afraid I would damage the mats, since cutting leather needs more force and the blades are sharper. What are your experiences with thos mats? Do they work? Do you have to be careful not to cut through them? How long can u use them before you have to replace them? Greetings Jonathan Edited May 20, 2012 by Jazznow Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ProCreationz Report post Posted June 24, 2012 (edited) First post here. I love this site!! My brain is overwhelmed with the new things I have learned from fellow crafters. The bar area in my unfinished man-cave is where I am currently set up. I took this pic today. It is a bit messy at the moment because this is where it all happens. I have just finished 2 cool projects - a Drum Stick Quiver that attaches to a set, and forearm gauntlets carved with a cool CFH design that was made by a graphic artist that will do the final painting work. I'll post those in the critique forum soon. I have been looking at some of these fabulous workshops here and have many ideas in how I am going to build out my long term workshop. Thanks for all of the ideas! Chris Edited June 24, 2012 by ProCreationz Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kagekeeper Report post Posted July 8, 2012 my former shop in recient bacement. we just moves july 1st so it will be awhile till new one is set up. cant wait tho..got some great ideas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EKbar Report post Posted August 1, 2012 Shop in a Box, Well its not the whole shop, but it has been a great way for me to move around especially when it turns cold can move in out of the cold garage. Just thought I would share. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KAYAK45 Report post Posted September 7, 2012 I think this to be pinned, and stopped! The ultimate site for shops. Kevin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greene Report post Posted February 27, 2013 I don't want to burst your bubble...about the beer fridge...but ... How abou that for a man cave...includes tiki bar and stage and room fro 150 people to get down! hahahaha This is on the other side of my wall inside my work space:) Got to keep people out of my work room! OK that place is badass. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chancey77 Report post Posted February 28, 2013 OK that place is badass. Thanks Greene! I am moving to Florida soon and opening a new shop that hopefully rivals that one:) hahahahaha Just lighting, paint and elbo grease Oh ya and a TIKI BAR:) I already left that shop...on to the next plan:) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Randy Cornelius Report post Posted March 2, 2013 I posted pictures of my shop back in 2008 when i was working out of my basement. I thought I would post pictures of my new shop that I built a year later. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fatolbaldguy Report post Posted March 2, 2013 I just finished this last night. No more working hunched over a 30 year old Black & Decker work mate. I can't wait to start my next project. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WScott Report post Posted March 3, 2013 Gotta love a good solid home made bench Great job! Now you can focus on spending a fortune on tools like we all do Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raysouth Report post Posted March 4, 2013 I suppose we all dream about having the ideal workshop but building a personal space to do our thing, is where many of us end up. Different strokes, etc.------ I agree with Scouter. Peter Main has, what I would consider to be the ultimate workshop. Very well done and seeing much of his work, he is first class with all he does. My workshop remains in the ongoing stage and doubt if ever will be completed. Don't utilize it as much when weather is rather chilly as cannot handle cols weather these days. Shop is in a large building and propane has become so expensive, I don't feel comfortable laying out that much and simply stay in the casa. My shop is set up to allow me to perform most everything from a seated position, due to physical condition, but works well. Many times ,things get in the way after I have stacked up goodies and must find a nook for them. Currently using a space about 12 ft. x 28 ft. and have it packed full of treasures. I am always looking for a better way to perfom my tasks so end up shifting things around. I keep the larger tools, press, and leather stocks, in the large part of the shop and works out nicely for me. I enjoy seeing pics of everyones work area and have picked up a few ideas from some of you, and have been able to put together things that work. This site is great and one can learn much, just by watching and reading. Next time I can figure out where my pics are, I will attempt to place on the site. God Bless. Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raysouth Report post Posted March 8, 2013 (edited) Hello All. May have figured out how to get one of my workshop pictures posted but will have to see if I can get the others on as well. Still under construction, and probably will be as long as I am around, but should give some idea of what I have been attempting to do. Half the thrill, trying different ideas to find out what works best. As always, if anyone is ever in the Auburn/Opelika, Alabama area, drop me a line and visit a spell. God Bless. Ray Whoops, suppose I was wrong as attachment thing didn't show up for me when I submitted this one. Oh well. Another time, perhaps. Back to the learning stage. lol. Edited March 8, 2013 by Helmut Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MakerUnknown Report post Posted March 8, 2013 I posted my place in another thread on the same subject but this one seems to be the master list. This is mainly my photo studio but this shot is when I transform it to my workshop area. I can move things out of the way/into other areas of the space depending upon the job at hand. It's also my bedroom as well as a place to work on the car if I drive it through the kitchen to park it in here. I live and work in a large warehouse space. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cyberthrasher Report post Posted March 8, 2013 I live and work in a large warehouse space. That's always been my dream home I used to live in a small storefront - it was cool, but not quite suited for my needs - mostly because I couldn't modify stuff. I LOVE your home - and a lot of your other studio work too!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MakerUnknown Report post Posted March 8, 2013 CyThra, Hey, thanks. Lived in here for about 15 years now...right next to the drydocks of SF Bay so when I walk outside I'm greeted by this large ever changing landscape of huge ships. But the neighborhood is changing. It used to be just me and a bunch of homeless living in various things. I prefer that to what it has become, trendoid wine bars, restaurants and $1,000,000 condos. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WScott Report post Posted March 9, 2013 Awesome.....how cool of a space is that!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
St8LineGunsmith Report post Posted March 10, 2013 Hidepounder If i were to be able to have any shop in this thread I like your layout the most I would love to be able to have a 3'x8'x36" tall cutting table I like my little harbor freight hard wood work bench for carving and assembly but I would like to have a log cut the same height as my work bench by 12" in diameter with a slab of granite on top for carving kind of like the setup Nigel has. that would be the ideal work space for tooling just about any size project I would make not to mention it is perfect for installing hardware and other procedures plus it is somewhat a mobile work surface and I love how he has his tols right handy there where he needs them. I would love to upload some pics of my little shop and my projects but I lost the cord for my camera Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raysouth Report post Posted March 16, 2013 I think I was able to get the pics on of my workspace while under construction. A mess but is now much better, although still not complete. The large portion of the shop is where I have been storing some of my leather and other devices. It also has changed and is gradually being cleaned up. No longer have the arbor press pictured. Replaced with 3 ton that is installed on table in large shop area. Much has been changed and will attempt to take some more recent pics soon. Those of you that have said that your place is a mess, don't have anything as messy as the large rooms in my shop. Hard to get around in there anymore and almost impossible when in scooter. Soon to be rectified, I pray. I want to thank all of you again, for infusing me with ideas as to how to put thing together. Gleaned much information from everyone. What a great site with so many talented folks. Best of the best. A smile is contagious. Let's start an epidemic. (No idea who uttered that originally but I love it.) Drop in for a visit when in the area. always some good tales to be told. God Bless. Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cyberthrasher Report post Posted March 16, 2013 I want to thank all of you again, for infusing me with ideas as to how to put thing together. Where did you get those racks for the 4oz bottles of dye??? That is EXACTLY what I need right now (as well as many other things). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raysouth Report post Posted March 16, 2013 Hey Cyberthrasher, They are very handy and as you may have seen, they pivot below the shelf when you need to extract a bottle. I purchased them from Lowes. Not expensive and me being restricted to a sitting position, they are a welcome addition. If you have any trouble finding them, let me knoe and I will see if I can locate more information. God Bless. Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cyberthrasher Report post Posted March 17, 2013 Cool. I'll dig around and see if I can find them online, or even Home Depot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pops Martin Report post Posted March 21, 2013 This is my tooling area. Behind me is my cutting and dying flat top (ie my seldom used dining table). Am obsessive about neatness and organization. lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doc Reaper Report post Posted March 21, 2013 I see most all of ya have close to the same tools that I do, but most of my hand tools are carried in a small trunk, I travel to and fro every weekend. Great set-ups, I'm jealous of the room some of ya have! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pops Martin Report post Posted March 21, 2013 Doc Reaper, sometrimes ya just gottqa make the room. I am in an apartment between the dining area and living room. I use my table as my dye-finish and cutting area. Great to be single and retireed. lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raysouth Report post Posted March 23, 2013 Finally rounde up a few additional pics of the mess in the shop. Coming together, a bit at a time. Hope you enjoy. Leatherman, you can see the "throne" in one of these. God Bless. Ray Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
