A few weeks ago, I received a phone call from a fellow looking for a retirement gift for one of his employees. He had been looking at my site and had decided on Cribbage Board 11 because he liked the shape. That sale reduced my inventory to a single cribbage board (#12) and spurred me … Continue reading Three New Cribbage Boards
I'm very excited to release two brand new cribbage boards. Each board has three tracks that follow the live edges, and the signature orange/cream contrast of the Pacific Yew is evident in each. Number 11 includes a scoring field whereas Number 12 does not. You can find more photographs and details on their respective product pages. Links: Cribbage … Continue reading Two New Cribbage Boards
There are two new cribbage boards on my Gallery page. Both are presently for sale and they will be the last two available this year. Click on any image to view the product details. In Other News I'm sure you saw my insane 140-piece puzzle that I posted last weekend. It's so complex that even … Continue reading More Cribbage Boards Now, More Puzzles Soon
I'm beginning to catch up on posting some recently-completed projects which are now posted in my Store. The wood for these two cribbage boards is from a local apple tree. While I cannot guarantee one of these spectacular boards will improve your game, it may be enough to distract your opponent so that you can … Continue reading New Apple Cribbage Boards
Well, I must say that I had a great time over the past few days. I hope that you did too. On the morning of December 24, we travelled to Naramata, a 5.5 hour drive. There, we enjoyed a great dinner with my aunt, her family and company. We stayed up late to open gifts … Continue reading Christmas Recap, Part I
I love making gifts. I really do. I was raised to believe that anything hand-made will always have more meaning than something store-bought. While there may or may not be a capital investment for materials, the real investment is the time and thought to develop and produce the item. For me, making gifts is a … Continue reading Christmas Gift Ideas
We Canadians have long understood the value of the Robertson screw, invented by one Peter L. Robertson in 1907. Unlike Phillips- and slot-head screws, they don't cam out or strip easily. Also, with a well-made bit and well-made screws, the screw will stay securely on the tip of the driver. How well? These two pictures … Continue reading Peter Roberston Is My Hero
