I, like Darrell Peart, get e-mails like the one below on a regular basis. I usually just flag them as spam and delete them, but they keep coming. Perhaps they will stop if I respond. Or not! I got this e-mail earlier today: Hello, Am Mr, Mark.I want to order some wood glue from you … Continue reading An Open Letter to All Spammers/Scammers
Broken Square
Broken Square originated from a drawing in my sketch book. I had been playing with variations of a cube when this form emerged. In the drawing, it stood on two edges but I later realized that it would sit nicely on three points. Intrigued by the form, I built a version using square cherry stock. Although I … Continue reading Broken Square
Overflow, Part XIII
This is the Veritas Scraping Plane Insert, installed in my favourite bench plane. I bought it years ago to use in my #4 bench plane and used it a few times, but over time I found it simpler and easier to use a cabinet scraper or card scraper. I haven't used the insert in … Continue reading Overflow, Part XIII
Time for a Quick Update
When posts on my blog are infrequent it's usually a sign that I'm preoccupied with other tasks. Here's some of what's keeping me busy. My exhibition at Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke Street, Port Moody) is being extended and there is no closing date set at this point. I am spending Sundays at the gallery, and … Continue reading Time for a Quick Update
Overflow, Part XII
I kept this Drill Press Stand with the idea that it would help me accurately bore 3/4" holes for bench dogs. Then, when I set out to drill them I realized that the drill only has 2 amps and that my larger drill could not be properly installed in the stand. That meant that I … Continue reading Overflow, Part XII
Overflow is Back, Again!
What is Overflow? A year-and-a-half ago, I started my Overflow program to give away woodworking stuff I no longer used to followers of my blog. It was going strong for a while and I gave away a lot of good stuff including a: Ridgid Air Filter; Veritas Scraper Holder; Makita 1/3 Sheet Sander; Lee Valley Dovetail … Continue reading Overflow is Back, Again!
Practice and Experimentation with Joinery
During Artwalk, I showed my work in Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke Street) with three other artists: Bronwen Belenkie, Clive Tucker and Mandara Lebovitz. Our exhibition will continue through April 28th. The gallery is open 10am-3pm Tuesday through Sunday. Last week, I spent three days at Lee Valley Tools Ltd. demonstrating joinery techniques. I took the opportunity to hone my skills and … Continue reading Practice and Experimentation with Joinery
Stories from Artwalk, Part 2
During Artwalk, I showed my work in Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke Street) with three other artists: Bronwen Belenkie, Clive Tucker and Mandara Lebovitz. Our exhibition will continue through April 28th. The gallery is open 10am-3pm Tuesday through Sunday. I plan to be at Gallery Bistro Sunday April 21 and I invite you to come by to look at and/or discuss my … Continue reading Stories from Artwalk, Part 2
Stories from Artwalk, Part 1
During Artwalk, I showed my work in Gallery Bistro (2411 Clarke Street) with three other artists: Bronwen Belenkie, Clive Tucker and Mandara Lebovitz. Our exhibition will continue through April 28th. The gallery is open 10am-3pm Tuesday through Sunday. Background The building in which I exhibited was recently bought by husband-wife duo Rainer (pronounced Rye-ner) and Helen Daniels. There is a … Continue reading Stories from Artwalk, Part 1
Day 1 of Artwalk
Even though it rained for the first half of Artwalk today (Saturday), attendance was strong at Gallery Bistro. Engagement was high and the gallery was very busy for most of the day. Over 250 people visited the gallery in five hours, many of whom came back for a second (or third or fourth) look while … Continue reading Day 1 of Artwalk
