Brocklen Johnson – video profile
Vancouver, British Columbia furniture maker Brocklen Johnson on inspiration, commissions and why new makers should imitate, then innovate.
Vancouver, British Columbia furniture maker Brocklen Johnson on inspiration, commissions and why new makers should imitate, then innovate.
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Power carving – a practical approach with Rob Brown
Join studio furniture maker Rob Brown on April 29 at 7:00 PM for an informative talk on power carving.
Rob's blog: I hate impact drivers
Two weeks ago, I helped a good friend, a hobbyist woodworker, get settled in his new home.
Project: Craft a frame-and-panel urn
A cremation urn is a special object that speaks to the person whose remains it will contain one day. Making one allows you to customize it to further suit your loved one.
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How to: Where to buy tools in Canada
Discover where to buy tools in Canada with this practical guide for woodworkers. Learn how to choose the right supplier based on availability, price, and expertise.
How to: An Appreciation of Black Walnut
Walnut is one of the most highly prized domestic woods, and for good reason. For colour, grain, figure, workability and other valuable attributes, the wood is in a class all by itself among domestic hardwoods.
Know your tools: Shoulder planes
An unsung hero of a hand tool woodworker's kit, the shoulder plane can be used by every woodworker for a multitude of tasks. Although it's great for fine-tuning tenon fit, it's not a one-trick pony.
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