Stay Humble

Sometimes after a long day in the woodshop one just needs to stay humble…

Hole in the Ground

Back in the Spring, while lIsa was gardening in the back of the property she almost disappeared into a hole –

June’s Mystery Tool – revisited

June’s Mystery Tool – revisited

You may recall this item – picked up in a flea market in England .A brass cone shaped top with a pivoting ‘knife’. The cone shows signs of rotational wear

Shaker Bench

Shaker Bench

The Shakers came to America in the 18th Century and over the years became highly skilled woodworkers, developing their own sense of design. Their furniture and interiors were simple and austere believing that everything be made with a minimum of extra detail or decoration, and only made for their intended use.

Shaker Shelf

Shaker Shelf

The Shakers had a very minimalist lifestyle and this way of life was reflected in the style of their furniture – minimalistic, no frills and elegant – which centuries later is still very popular and highly sort after. read more