I've given away two things so far, a Ridgid Air Filter and some spalted maple. The air filter went within four minutes and the maple went within two minutes. Now, it was exciting to have woodworkers following my blog so closely, but it was unfair to those who don't spend their days tied to their … Continue reading Revised Rules for my Overflow Shop Giveaway
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Flashback: A Unique Way to Wrap Presents
There's less than a week left until Christmas, so of course you've got all your gifts ready to be wrapped, right? Last year, I discovered a new way to decorate the wrapped package - wood shavings! Read the original post HERE.
Overflow, Part II
THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN HAVE: Six pieces of spalted maple weighing roughly 16 lbs total. I've been hanging on to these six pieces of spalted maple because they have too much potential to toss in the firewood bin. But I'm not sure I'll ever find a use for them. Each has one live edge … Continue reading Overflow, Part II
Overflow, Part I
The first item I want out of my shop is orange and grey and symmetrical. It has both round and straight elements and is compact, easy to move around and a cable is a critical part of its operation. No, it's not my Bridge City Tool Works Centerscribe (CS-2). This is a tool that I … Continue reading Overflow, Part I
‘Tis the Season of Giving
Thanks for reading my blog! It feels good to give and know that the recipient appreciates your generosity. And guess what? I have a whole bunch of stuff that I don't need that I'd like you to have. (Ok, to be honest, I'm just tired of tripping over this stuff.) So here's the deal. My … Continue reading ‘Tis the Season of Giving
Christmas Ornament Ideas
Everybody has an idea of the perfect Christmas and more than likely, a tree is part of that vision. In my household, decorating the tree has always been a family activity. We work together to put up the tree and adorn it with lights, garland and our favourite ornaments. We each have our favourite decorations and … Continue reading Christmas Ornament Ideas
Christmas Gift Ideas
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
MTH Woodworks – Bloom Side Table
Artist Name: MTH Woodworks Title: Bloom Side Table Details: 28"L x 16"W x 19"H - cedar, resin Why It's Notable: The organic shape and natural colours of the natural base sharply contrast the stark-white, rectangular tabletop. The stump, in penetrating the pristine top, is saying that it will not go unnoticed. Also, they're a Vancouver … Continue reading MTH Woodworks – Bloom Side Table
New Quote Added – David Savage
I've just added a new quote to my list of Quotables. This one comes from David Savage's book, Furniture with Soul (page 11, ⁋3). Of course, everyone buys things for reasons beyond immediate function - to help us say who we are, to identify our values, and to set ourselves apart from others... The people who … Continue reading New Quote Added – David Savage
#Woodchat is Back!
We woodworkers love talking about woodworking - we love sharing our learned knowledge and experiences. The materials, tools and processes are common topics and there is always more to be learned. That is largely why I maintain this blog, read other blogs and participate on various forums and social media platforms. Twitter is one of … Continue reading #Woodchat is Back!
