I’ve talked about odd shop accidents before. Well, I’m going to talk about them again. Don’t worry, I’m OK. But I am limping a bit. (Read More…)

I came across some employment statistics from the government the other day, and I’m pleased to report that the prediction for woodworkers seems to be, if not outstanding, at least promising. (Read More…)

When it comes to tools and supplies, I haven’t met a woodworker yet who doesn’t look for bargains. I’m no different, and boy have I found a bargain. (Read More…)

Like many woodworkers, I delight in re-creating furniture and other objects using only a photograph of the original piece as a guide. I’ve discovered a valuable second step to the process. (Read More…)

Conventional wisdom says we should look down our noses at inferior joinery. Dovetails and dados, good; butt joints and nails, bad. (Read More…)

Last time, I talked about using shellac to finish a major project for the first time in years. I was so pleased with the results that I resolved to try some other long-neglected shop techniques again. (Read More…)

I’ve used shellac for some small things over the years, but it’s been a long time since I used it to finish a major piece. I did that this week, and I’m glad I did. (Read More…)

Since moving into our home I’ve been desperately trying to get some shade on one side of our house. But the trees I planted aren’t cutting it, so I’m cutting them. (Read More…)

I tend, on occasion, to get long-winded in these blogs – my thoughts on Sam Maloof hit nearly 500 words last time. This time I promise to be short, sweet and to the point. (Read More…)

Sam Maloof died last week at the age of 93. Since you have an interest in woodworking, you’ll likely read many, many tributes to Sam Maloof’s work over the next several weeks.  With that in mind, you don’t need another from me.  Suffice to say that I thought he was the best woodworker modern times has produced (perhaps even beyond modern times).  His influence and designs will last forever.  A day will come – not long from now, I predict – when his name will be synonymous with his style. It’s probably already happening. (Read More…)