Outta the woodwork...

[maomoonshiner]

Hi folks, I've been lurking, using this site mainly as a reference for the past month or so (and what an excellent reference this site has been!); I found out about you guys from the window display at Klingspors in Raleigh. Before I say more I'd like to introduce myself. I'm Morgan Martin, a 21 year old wood working enthusiast. I live in Carrboro, right outside Chapel Hill. My primary interest is furniture fabrication, repairs and finishing/refinishing. I'm luckier than others my age in that I have an enormous room, half of which I've temporarily walled off so my 'shop' won't spit sawdust all over my bed. Works great! I've got an 8x7 shop area where I can work comfortably from my workbench, table saw, and router table. Had to do a lot of improvising in building the work area, but it turned out perfectly -- not too cramped or anything. Besides that, it probably should be noted that I'm a big time antique tool/hand tool nut. I work them into my projects as often as I can.

Anyhow -- I'm coming out of the woodwork to ask for help in finding a job. I was just recently laid off from my furniture repairman position at an antique shop hurt by the economy and I'm looking for something else. I'd like move on up in the world of woodworking, and am interested in working in repair/refinishing, cabinet making, or apprenticing. Could anyone maybe point me in any direction? I could work in the Chapel Hill and Durham areas. I've found now is not the best time to be out looking for employment (big time!), and any help any of you kind folks might offer would be VERY much appreciated.

Thanks! And I look forward to interacting with all you guys.

Morgan

 

[DIYGUY]

Welcome to the party Morgan. Glad to have you "on board." :rotflm:

Good luck in finding a new job and we all look forward to your future "posts." :gar-La;

 

[TracyP]

Welcome Morgan. We are glad that you found us and sincerely hope that you locate another job soon.

 

[DaveO]

Welcome Morgan, I am glad to see you over here. I don't have any leads on jobs (or I might be taking them myself) but you might consider just going through the phone book and contacting cabinet shops around the area. Often folks don't need an employee until the right one comes along.
Good luck and keep us posted on how things are going.
Dave

 

[Trent Mason]

Welcome to the site Morgan! :eusa_clap:eusa_clap:eusa_clap It's cool to have another young(er) member on board, The way it is around here, if NCWWer ever had Christmas at Steve's place, me you and Alex would be at the kid's table. :rotflm:

All kidding aside, this is the nicest group of folks I've ever had the privelege of talking to/meeting. Sounds like you've got some great experience under your belt. I wish you the best in finding a job. It ain't easy right now, but something will pan out if you keep at it. Please share some pictures of your work and jump right in to the threads. :icon_thum

Cheers, ccasion1

Trent

 

[maomoonshiner]

Hey Trent, Dave et al...thanks so much for the warm welcome and the kind words. Been pretty bummed about gettin the boot, and have shut myself up in my room and have completely filled the 'shop' side with saw dust. Working through it, I guess you'd say?

Dave, I'm probably just gonna bite the bullet and crack open the yellow pages. Just the shove in that direction I needed.

-Morgan

 

[RandyJ]

Welcome to our little sawdust pile, Morgan! We are glad to have you with us. This is a friendly bunch always willing to help. Jump in any time with questions or suggestions.
Good luck on the job search. The only advice I can give you is, it's easier to find a job when you have a job. Don't be afraid to accept anything until you find something you really want. At least you won't go hungry...
Good luck and enjoy this great site!

 

[cskipper]

Welcome to the group! Good luck with the job hunting - lot of that going on.

 

[Partman]

Welcome to the site. Glad to have you.:icon_thum

Danny

 

[PChristy]

Welcome to the site Morgan - glad to have you on board - I wish you luck on the job hunt -

 

[skeeter]

Hello Morgan and welcome to the site. Wish you the best in finding a job.

 

[SteveColes]

....., The way it is around here, if NCWWer ever had Christmas at Steve's place, :rotflm:

Oh, please don't say things like that where DaveO can hear. That's how the Spring Picnic got started,:rotflm:

 

[Travis Porter]

Oh, please don't say things like that where DaveO can hear. That's how the Spring Picnic got started,:rotflm:

I remember that. I also remember that DaveO started that to defer attention from him doing free landscaping. :rotflm:

 

[ScottM]

Oh, please don't say things like that where DaveO can hear. That's how the Spring Picnic got started,:rotflm:

Sign me up for the egg-nog. I figure about 10 gallons spiked and 1 gallon plain. :rolf:

 

[Bas]

Oh, please don't say things like that where DaveO can hear. That's how the Spring Picnic got started,:rotflm:

Hmmm, I better meander over to the Staff Announcements Forum. Of course, we expect handmade gifts....

 

[Travis Porter]

Hmmm, I better meander over to the Staff Announcements Forum. Of course, we expect handmade gifts....

I am still waiting for DaveO to come do the free landscaping work.....:icon_scra

 

[sapwood]

I am still waiting for DaveO to come do the free landscaping work.....:icon_scra

Tell him he can log onto NCWWer while he's there :widea:

Back on point

WELCOME TO NCWWer Morgan!
Glad you decide to join us and I would love to see some pics of your work, hand tools, or workshop :icon_thum

Good luck with the job hunting. I know a couple of folks in Chapel Hill I can ask if they need help. It won't hurt to try . . .

Roger

 

[Rod]

Welcome Morgan. Sorry to hear about your employment troubles of late. Hopefully things will look bright sooner.

I have been working on a company business plan for quite a while now but can't get to where I need to make it happen. Part of that plan is to incorporate refinishing/refurbishing. The company will reside in Winston-Salem, or around there. I still reside in Boone...hence the problem.

Anyway, wrong place wrong time I guess. Let us know how your search goes. If you end up moving west for some reason, drop me a line.
Rod

 

[woodArtz]

Welcome to the site Morgan. I wish I had some ideas to help you in your search. Good luck in your search.