Finishing my bottom
Many times as furniture makers, we will put a finish on the underside of a tabletop to prevent it from warping or cupping.
Woodworking has been a lifelong passion. You can find more about how I got interested in woodworking by clicking the about tab or see some of my work in the Custom Furniture tab. I write for two blogs, the “What’s on My Workbench Blog” is where I write about the furniture I build for myself and for my customers. This blog is where I write about the woodworking that falls behind the bench, or what goes on behind the scenes. The projects I build to improve my shop, the jigs I make to build the projects, and the tools I use.
Many times as furniture makers, we will put a finish on the underside of a tabletop to prevent it from warping or cupping.
I have been working on restoring an 80-year-old trunk. I don’t usually do restoration projects, as I’m not
The silicone bristles spread the glue evenly and lay down a thicker glue layer than the disposable brushes. This can be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on your glue applications.
I got to the bazaar and started unwrapping and setting up my products. Everything was going great until I got to the freshly oiled cutting boards
This keepsake box was made for a special girl who passed away just before her 4th birthday from epilepsy earlier this year. The inspiration for the bear inlay on the lid of the box came from her nickname, “Claire Bear”, a nickname that quickly became popular around the hospital as all the doctors and nurses used it during her frequent visits.
have a basket mounted next to the door with the basic safety supplies needed. First, I have several pairs of safety glasses hanging from the basket