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Leaves of Grass Shrink Book Box

Posted on April 4, 2026 by Dave Fisher

You might recognize this book box from my most recent post. When I started roughing this book form from a green log, I had no final design in mind at all. But that wonderful “blemish” that was revealed on the … Continue reading →

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Chips

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Dave Fisher

  Wood chips have a lot to reveal if you look closely.  I think they have a beauty and fascination all their own, a feeling that is shared especially by children.  At demonstrations, kids always pick up chips.  It seems … Continue reading →

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