Spa day in the machine shop
Bonnie Hawk shares how Center for Furniture Craftsmanship keeps their shop clean and dust free.
Spa day in the machine shop Read More »
Shaker Tripod Table
Although delicate, this graceful table should provide years of service in your home. Many years ago while teaching a chairmaking class at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking, I thanked Mario Rodriguez (who was teaching a hand-tool class at the ……
Shaker Tripod Table Read More »
5 Ways to Make a Mortise
A hole is just a hole, no matter how you dig it. The mortise-and-tenon joint is fundamental in woodworking. Along with the dovetail, this joint has been used for thousands of years. If you judge by the number of …
Source
5 Ways to Make a Mortise Read More »
Grit vs. Microns
When discussing sharpening stones, Vic Tesolin asks thinks it’s about time we start talking about microns.
The Naked Apprentice
To understand, you must do. Working by hand is a viable way for hobbyists to create beautiful furniture, yet it is often seen as slow, odd and antiquated. I choose to work by hand because I enjoy the process …
Source
The Naked Apprentice Read More »
Form Before Figure
Proportion and structure outweigh ornament and showy materials. Have you ever found such a stunning piece of wood that you were almost afraid to cut into it? You know the boards I’m talking about. The tiger maple with such …
Source
Form Before Figure Read More »