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The jigsaw puzzle is completed, and she is ready to be delivered! Since so many of you guessed the reproduction finial correctly in my recent post, let’s see if you can pick out the reproduction turning here?

9/20: MW golden oak stain, GF spiced walnut stain 9/21: Waterlox marine sealer all sides 9/22: Waterlox marine sealer outside surface (keep new finish side up) 9/23:  Waterlox marine sealer inside surface (keep new finish side up) 9/25: Waterlox gloss … Continue reading →

Drilling a hole for the mortise lock with Dad’s brace. For me it’s like he is here, shaking hands with me and coaching me to drill it straight because you do not have a second chance to get it right. … Continue reading →

Spindle runner intersection cross grain breaks are very common. Successful (long term) repairs are done by cutting off the damaged spindle and inserting a dowel. This is a long grain glue joint and when done properly is very strong.

Time to share more before and after photos.  

This photo shows the posts that will be used for a new railing.  The corners will be relieved and then a lamb’s ear will be carved for a decorative touch. The small block at the bottom is a quick practice … Continue reading →

Everybody loves before (February 25, 20134) and after (May 20, 2013) photos .  The downstairs bath is now finished.

Bookcase and Mantle installation were completed yesterday in my client’s home. Big “buzz” words these days are buy local, eat local…… So how do you support your local artisans?

Nothing to do with woodworking, everything to do with getting the job done so I can get back to woodworking…….

Veneer Repair to mirror inlay. Before and after shots: