Status Report:
Marc is finishing up the holiday projects, a magazine rack and small clock. Matt is trying an old rust removal technique that’s all natural and even tasty!

Around the Web:
A New Tool Deal Everyday from Toolking!
Some great content at the ToolCrib Blog

News:
New Giveaway- Some great Lee Valley schwag, including their sweet Small Router Plane. Just fill out the form at WoodTalkOnline.com.

Rockler dream shop giveaway with Delta/Porter-cable

Rockler now offering DeWalt Tracksaw- $499 vs Festool $475

Hot Deals:
7-Piece Forstner Bit Set Rockler for $11.49.

170-piece Drill Bit Set from Woodcraft for $29.99

10% off All New Dewalt tools & Accessories at ToolKing.com

Receive a coupon for $10 off a $50 Purchase at ToolKing.com just for signing up for their email newsletter.

Topics:
Power Carving- Popular Woodworking Article December 2008 issue on newstands now!

Tom’s Tip:
Save by buying in bulk.

And don’t miss the live chat room questions. Unfortunately, Nicole’s microphone wasn’t working so I apologize ahead of time for the audio. But you’ll get the idea.

Status Report:
Marc has FINALLY finished the gadget station and plans on delivering it next week. While in the area, he is also going to have a visit with the one and only David Marks. Matt decided to rearrange his shop tools recently and is apparently going to start writing a new book entitled, “The Feng Shui Workshop”.

Around the Web:
Check out Keith Cruickshank’s awesome videos at Woodtreks.com
Popular Woodworking Magazine and Woodworking Magazine have had a little facelift recently. FineWoodworking.com also seems to have had a few tweaks.

News:
Don’t miss your chance to enter The Wood Talk Online Giveaway. Lee Valley provided us with two of their new Skew Rabbet Planes and next week we will select two lucky winners. Enter Here!

Hot Deals:
DeWalt 18V Cordless Drill/Driver Kit Sweepstakes ends October 13th thanks to Tool Snob
Makita Orbital Finishing Sander only $39.99, Save 27% Highland woodworking while supplies last.
Aluminum Assembly Clamps from Lee Valley set of 4 (2) 18″ & (2) 24″ $85 regularly $108 fast-acting sliding jaw with a locking handle mechanism (similar to locking pliers)
Makita 14.4 V cordless impact driver at woodcraft $189.99
Select Norton Combination Waterstones Save 20%! Now Through October 31, 2008!

Topics: Where we get our design inspiration. Marc recommend a Taunton Publication.

Voicemail:
David has a good question concerning bandsaw blade width.

Tom’s Tip: Tired of using guesswork every time you set up your dado stack? Tom has some advice.