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
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
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
June’s Mystery Tool
One of the fun things about coming to the UK is the opportunity to rummage around car boot sales (flea markets) and find very interesting tools.
Article 15 – Moravian chair
The Moravians, who can trace their roots back to the 15th century, re-emerged in the 18th century in Bavaria. These colonial Germans were members of the Moravian church and they came to America for the same reason others also did around the same time: to escape religious persecution in Europe.
Where to Buy Tools
If you are interested in pursuing a handtool woodworking hobby you might be wondering where to buy tools…