Meetings

Next meeting Saturday Nov. 8. YouTube presentation by Jason Breach from Britain

details will be posted soon

 

Would like to thank Windsor Plywood for hosting the Oct. Meeting

Brennan Duku has arranged several speakers for the evening.

“Greg Martin: a long-time member of Finmac Lumber, will be joining us to discuss the tendencies of different wood species. His insights will surely enhance our understanding and appreciation of the materials we work with.

Additionally, Windsor will be welcoming Roger and Anne from ClampHams Beeswax Products ltd. They will be introducing their latest product—sustainable beeswax finishes—along with showcasing various finishes used by the guild. It’s a great opportunity to learn about innovative products that align with our commitment to sustainability.

Furthermore, a representative from Ecopoxy will be present to share the many exciting applications of their wonderful products.”

 


 


Like to thank Sheldon Jacob for his presentation   EXQUISITE Christmas Ornaments

    

Link to his presentation



Terry Meachem links on  presentations  Resin  and Pen Notes

Resin Casting for Woodturners (2025) pt1 

Resin Casting for Woodturners (2025) pt2

Terry Meachem’s Process for Making Pens

Pen Making Presentation Video


The Guild presented Rick Murton with a Honorary Life Membership for 15 years of service.

Like to recognize Denis Beauchesne for his presentation recognizing mentors in his art work.

 

Welcome to the South Saskatchewan Woodturners Guild

The South Saskatchewan Woodturners Guild meets on the third Tuesday of every month. We do take a summer break July & August.  While meetings generally begin at 7:00 p.m. St Mary’s Parish Basement Hall, 2020 Winnipeg St. (just north of the St. Mary’s Church) meetings occasionally are held at other locations.

In order to accommodate our out of town members, those who are ill or can’t come to the meetings for other reasons, our in person meetings are also available on Zoom, check your emails for more information or email SSWGuild@gmail.com.

Artistry in Wood 2025 Pictures

SSWG  – RWWC

 

President

Dale Lowe

Treasurer:

Barry Popick

Vice President

Gerry Craswell

Secretary

Luc LeBlanc

2025 - 2026

Executives, Board of Directors, and Coordinators


Directors:  Brian Ellis – Earl Cameron – Denis Beauchesne – Bill Gilmour –

Gary Tolhurst

Communication Officer: Terry Meachem

Membership Coordinator:  Cynthia Mack

Web Master: Bryan Milne

Facebook Moderator: Gerry Craswell

Show and Tell

Members work shown at the our last meeting

AAW Article by Denis Beauchesne

The August AAW Journal has an article by Denis Beauchesne. AAW has allowed us to publish it to our members.  Click to see the article.


Wood Texturing. SSWG demo by Denis Beauchesne and Dale Lowe

Doug Schneiter "Basket Illusions"

Past Meeting


Larry & Cynthia Mack Nov. AAW presentation is linked below

AAW.pdf

Like to thank Gerry Craswell for the William Pen presentation and draw.


A video of Dale Lowe’s demonstration  “cutting internal and external wood threads” from Sept 20 meeting is linked below.

Threading demo video ( excuse the audio as we had to change mics in first minutes of video).

Click here


Denis Beauchesne’s  demonstration on making a  3 legged camping stool project instructions follow.

Click this link for instructions.


Larry & Cynthia Mack’s demonstration on making a wavy bowl project is linked here.

Please see event page for information and video of presentation.

Like to thank Paul Omilon for the presentation on Sharpening tools. Paul had forward his notes to members by email.


Members donated their old glasses for ‘DoctorsWithout Boarders’. Over 60 pairs were received. Many Thanks


Denis Beauchesne’s  thoughtful presentation on colour with a Ukrainian theme is linked here.

Adding_color_print_transfer


Sheldon Jacob's Rose engine Demonstration

Trevor Dean's Presentation on work holding methods

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Spring Show and Sale

In cooperation with the Regina Wood Carvers,  this spring’s show will be at a new location. Watch for the announcements.

Artistry in Wood Gallery 2022

Displays and sales by the South Saskatchewan Wood Turners & Regina Wood Carvers

Photo Gallery

 



Beads of Courage

Now 200 Bowls

Below are pictures from the Beads of Courage Project. Henry Peters delivering 19 of his 200 segmented bowls.  Centre photo is the 80th Beads Of Courage Bowl from Henry.  (Henry has now over 200 bowls 2021) Roy Jensen and Don Cairns at the General Hospital Pediatrics Ward with the newly donated storage cabinet for the program.

This Link is for the Canadian Beads of Courage Website which has their guidelines for wooden lidded bowls and boxes.

http://www.beadsofcourage.ca/woodworkers

Videos From Past Presentations


Denis Beauchesne Finishings

Great Design

The Club would like to thank Brian Ellis for the design and construction of our new lathe chests/tables. This allows the safe storage of our 3 lathes, and conversion to a  lathe stand.

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Many Thanks

The Club thanked Jon Thomas for hosting SSWG for the last 6 years at Campbell Collegiate.  Jon has been transferred to Balfour Collegiate in the fall.

Many Thanks Jon