No granny I don't quilt

[Kim C]

For my first post I thought I would tell a little story… Recently during a rare visit from my grandmother she told me that she heard I had been “building a lot of things”. Of course I took the opportunity to show off my many projects in the workshop including tables, a porch swing, and several cabinets. I did the best I could explaining how the Kreg jig had basically changed my life. Now that joining wood was so much quicker I could accomplish much more in my busy-mom-and-wife schedule. Of course she bragged on my work … even at 37 years old I still love that… who wouldn’t? hee hee

As the visit drew to a close I could tell she had been wanting to say something. Finally she looked at me (like grannies do) and asked, “Don’t you like to quilt?”

I am sure there are female wood workers out there who can relate to the following week. Finally, after several days of wallowing in self pity, I dropped the kids off at school and headed to Lowes. I felt better after the purchase of a new router table… of course then I went shoe shopping.

So it goes without saying that I am happy to find the Kreg Jig owners community. I have truly enjoyed browsing through projects and getting new ideas and helpful hints. I look forward to posting and have TONS of questions!

One sidenote... I received my Kreg Jig system from my husband for our 15th wedding anniversary. It may be the best present I have ever received.

[John Magee]

Kim, I dont think it matters one bit, man or woman, husband-wife, woodworking and building things gets in your blood and to me it is the most rewarding and relaxing hobby I have ever done! No matter how busy I am I still cant wait to get out to the garage and get busy working on something made out of wood!

[DAVID CZUPRYN]

Wife&mom skedule? you've got alot on your plate.Like complaments? Sure,they provide inspiration and confidence;a posative step forward,indeed.As a young boy,I noticed boys play with cars and trucks;girls with dolls and doll houses.Well,....break the mold !! In my time,I've taught three women how to be trim carpenters.Yea,that's right,....ladies! They have their own homes,cars,careers,and all that. Two of the three,are single and manage thir own lives.I'm kinda proud of that.Buy the way, they're union carpenters,making union wages,with all the included benefits,too. As far as questions are concerned,bring em on. Dave