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Ginkgo Chairs, Kotatsu Table, and Shodo Shelf
April 12, 2013

These pieces were created mainly with hand tools. The finish includes sumi ink, oil pastel (red portions), gold leaf, and amber shellac. The inspiration comes from Japanese cultural concepts such…
Pennsylvania Tall Case Clock
March 3, 2013

As many of you know the idea of building a period piece is sort of the true test of your skills. I have built many Mission and Art/Craft and contemporary…
Krenov cabinet
February 26, 2013

I have always wanted to build a Krenov Cabinet and the chance came to build a new display cabinet. It is made of curly maple which was tricky to work…
All Finishes Have a Shelf Life
February 7, 2013

Finishing expert Jeff Jewitt explains how to make finishes last longer and how to tell when they’ve gone bad.
Gaming Box
February 5, 2013

Peters, a student at the Vermont Woodworking School (VWS), won second place for his Gaming Box in the 18-plus student-apprentice category at the 2012 Vermont Fine Furniture and Wood Products…
Fireplace Mantel
January 11, 2013

This project involved the building of a fireplace mantel for our home. I used cherry lumber and plywood for the wood components and custom cut carerra marble for the firebox…
Curved Cabinet-on-Stand
December 13, 2012

Woodworker: Nicholas NelsonWinner of Best in Show, this curved cabinet was inspired by the coastal scenery of British Columbia. Nelson said he designed it to convey a sense of motion.…
Tips for Tops
December 10, 2012

A favorite with kids of all ages, the spinning top is a great project for woodturners to practice their spindle turning cuts.
Spalted Maple and jatoba Hall Table
November 19, 2012

Spalted Maple and jatoba 40-1/2 inch x 16-1/2 inch x 31 inch tall with a shellac finnish built by Anderson Woodworks Olympia wa
French Bleed/ Rustic Handscrape technique
November 9, 2012

Distressed/handscraped floors are becoming extremely popular these days. As a hardwood floor heritage restoration specialist, I have to admit that i roll my eyes a little bit when i see an...

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