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Monthly Archives: January 2018
An Encounter with a Woodworker
It was a balmy 35° F today, and I got out for a walk in the late afternoon as the sun was getting low. As I was walking along the high bank above the river, I spied one of nature’s … Continue reading
Posted in carving, nature, tools, Uncategorized
Tagged beaver, beginning woodcarving, canoeing, woodcarving tools
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Four Spoons
In between bowls, I came upon a few good branch crooks that I’ve carved into spoons — two in cherry and two in rhododendron. They’re all straight from the knife and treated with flaxseed (pure linseed) oil. The lettering and … Continue reading
Posted in Lettering, spoons, Uncategorized
Tagged carved lettering, chip carved spoon, fabas indulcet fames, hold me, tiramisu, wood spoons
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Lettering Large
I do have some bowls in process to share before long, but some photos from a couple recent lettering projects first. I find myself adapting my tools and techniques according to the wood and the size and style of the … Continue reading
I Have One Word for You
I want to end the year and begin the next with a simple note of gratitude. Thank you all for taking the time to read the blog. Your comments, questions, and interest in the things I make are always helpful … Continue reading