The Joy of Jigs: Part I

by | Oct 14, 2015 | Turning, Woodworking

Today’s post is written by Stephen Parsons. Getting back to woodworking after a long absence has resulted in a lot of satisfaction, many new challenges, and lots of learning. In fact I would say that the greatest satisfaction comes when I learn something new as...

Fun from woodgears.ca

by | Oct 10, 2015 | Inspiration, Woodworking

Matthias Wandel is a favourite resource for us. His website, WoodGears.ca and his YouTube channel are fun and full of clever ideas. Stephen discovered Matthias some time ago and turned me on to him so now we are both regular viewers. Every week he posts new articles...

Woodworking Finishing

by | Jan 14, 2015 | Woodworking

  One of my goals this season is to finish three found projects and in preparation I’m busy studying and experimenting with woodworking finishes. Plans to share some of my studies soon but in the meantime, here are some great tips and articles from Popular...
Bags bags bags

Bags bags bags

by | Jan 3, 2015 | Sewing

Practical and Fun In the last couple of years, I have been making a number of bags.  I started with simple tote bags for gifts, then moved to a variety of lined drawstring bags. Last Christmas, I designed a Santa sack pattern then made more than a dozen for family...