Archive | June, 2011

Upcoming Carving Classes

Just a quick note to let you all know, this weekend we will be having two carving classes. These two classes are distinctly different but will be very informative and interesting indeed. The first of the classes, held this Friday June 24th will be on chip carving. This form of carving differs from most carving […]

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Fine Tool Box

We just completed a fine tool box course. Each student built a very handsome box complete with 4 drawers that were veneered in black walnut which we resawed.  I chose a superior grade of alder for each box which was absolutely lovely to work with.  Traditionally tool boxes were built using pine because it is […]

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Completed Dresser Course

Our first 2 week Dresser course ended quite successfully on Saturday, May 28th (I am getting a little behind with my posts!). Bob left around 4 o’clock with a finished dresser, complete with oil. He was quite happy! I turned some maple knobs for him which contrast nicely with the cherry. Here is Bob oiling […]

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