A good year with a wide variety of projects, some easier than others. All jobs I have undertaken this year have challenged my skills and I feel my woodworking has improved as a res... more
For some time I have been looking at ways of marking my work. I have considered QR codes, laser or branding irons. Each method has its merits, but the cost can be considerable. A r... more
On a recent visit to Cromford mill, I noticed the cheese shop was stocking wooden goods. An exchange of emails and a couple of visits, I got my first order for a retail outlet. more
I had a stall at a local fundraising event. Preparation involved manufacture of a range of cheese/chopping boards along with Christmas decorations and log reindeers. more
A florist I do work for asked me to make an A board with a planter on the front to house a floral display. The idea was to use the upper part of the board to welcome guests to wedd... more
A previous blog describes the making of a house name sign. There were issues when it came to the fitting, which I eventually solved after much thought. more
My sister in law has a summer house which is beginning to look a bit tired. I have been asked to see if it was worth repairing and if not could any of the materials be recycled for... more
I have been asked to make a house name sign for a neighbour who lives in one of the old cottages down the lane from ourselves, The cottage is across the road from the church, and i... more
Further to the last post the church models have continued to be a challenge. The client requested some sort of base for one of the models, the other parts to be retained as spares ... more
I was contacted earlier in the year by a company wanting me to make some small church models for their client. After various discussions the project is now underway. The finished d... more