This blog talks about my journey with wooden crafts such as wall art intarsia, marquetry or inlay. Making handmade pens with either wood or resin, sometimes adding things to the resin for a little novelty. Sometimes to use a technique or skill from one craft and try to incorporate it into another all the while pushing my skill levels.
Some inspiration if you need it with wooden gifts for him and her on all gift occasions.
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When you’re a beginner woodworker, every penny counts. You may not know what sort of wood to look for or how much it costs per linear foot. In this post, I will help teach you about the cheapest woods! How Much More Expensive Is Wood Right Now The price of lumber has been on the …
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Which pens are made in the UK? All of the beautiful pens on this website are made in the UK. We make a few different types of pens, including ballpoints. These are typically less expensive than other types of pens, and they come in a variety of colors and styles. For many individuals, ballpoint pens …
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If you ask any married couples around, they will tell you that each wedding anniversary is a milestone in their marriage. Anniversaries need to be recognized and celebrated. Now let’s talk about the 5 year wedding anniversary. A unique moment in any couple’s life holding a special meaning, just like the 10th, 15th, 20th and …
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Who needs pen gifts in this digital age? If you need a pen, why top luxury pen brands? You might as well ask why anyone needs a watch or a leather handbag. Pens are perfect; that says something about the recipient and the giver. Choosing the best pen brands to gift requires carefully matching style …
Here is my introduction to some bespoke wooden gifts excellent for gift giving. Wood is the oldest material utilized in high-quality wooden products we see every day. These materials may include plastics and metals with beautiful hardwoods taken for granted. Why the first wheel was square and houses built of timber, and so was the …
Many congratulations! You have made it nine years of marriage with your spouse. Have you ever realised you have spent 284,083,200 seconds of togetherness, love and laughter! Finding great 9th wedding anniversary traditional gift ideas is now the challenge. What Is The 9th Anniversary Symbol? Willow is a traditional 9th anniversary choice. This tree’s flexibility …
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If you’re looking for the best graduation gifts for classmates, here are twenty-two ideas to make your loved ones happy and proud. The graduation season is the most important time of year for college graduates. It’s a fresh beginning, and it can be hard to find unique graduation gifts for a best friend who has …
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What is countersinking and Counterboring? Counterboring and countersinking are the same things. But they have different definitions relative to where the hole is in relation to the inner shaft. Countersink bits have an angled profile, while a “counterbore” is drilled straight down without a taper. To countersink wood is a machining process that produces a …
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Every woodworker needs a set of wood drill bits for the shop. If your a novice to woodworking or DIY, how do you know what is appropriate for the task? Choosing the correct one for the job or task is essential, so make sure you pick it wisely.Wood drills are used to bore holes in …
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Wood is a versatile material. It can be used for furniture, flooring, musical instruments and Christmas decorations. However, each kind has unique qualities suited for specific uses. Learn how figure affects materials like oak or maple hardwoods to help you choose. What is figured wood? Figured wood has distinctive markings or features on its longitudinal …
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