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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Jewelers have used metals since time immemorial. The word “metal” is derived from the Latin est metallum that means “mine, quarry”. Metals are elements found in nature that are not liquid or gas and can be broken down into a powdery or crystalline form. Some metals are ferromagnetic; some are malleable, while others are harder …
At their public introduction, straight razors, known as Cut-Throat razors were the popular way to shave by untrained men and barbershops. Long has the safety vs cartridge been a recurring debate. Since the development of the classic safety razor which in fact displaced “cut-throat razors”. Men who shaved rather than going to a professional barber …
Birthdays are a time for celebration and gift-giving! So, whether you’re celebrating your birthday or the birthday of someone you love, you’re probably looking for a great birthday gift idea. That’s where we come in. We’ve created this guide of 26 good birthday gifts for boyfriend to help you find the perfect present for your …
No matter how old you may be, this occasion always comes up as a special day for every married couple. Celebrated every year in families, no person wants their 14th anniversary year to pass as normal today. That’s why many married couples mark that date in each calendar year to not forget their magical moment. …
Woodworking requires many tools, but the most important tool of them all is the one you have in between your ears. Successful woodworking is mainly dependent on your ability to plan out a project, determine the tools and materials you will need, and then execute the project without making any major woodwork mistakes. So, if …
Of all the resources available to man, wood has proven to be one of his favourites. And there are many reasons for this. The appeal it offers has been hard to surpass. The beauty is hard to beat; It has been used for centuries, even in this age of high-tech plastics. It is considered excellent …
Woodcraft has been practised for thousands of years, new tools and machinery come and go. The basic principles however have not. You can look at the work of a craftsman from centuries past and understand the construction. The world of woodworking crafts is a wide and exciting place, filled with all manner of opportunities to …
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We all shop enough for mother’s day ideas and always find delightful gifts for her. Just like mothers, let us celebrate dad as well and thank him! This is the old man who raised you and took everyday trouble for you, recognised for their contribution to their kids’ lives. When Is Fathers Day? This year the day …
When a good friend invites you to his housewarming party, the biggest problem you may have is getting good gifts he will like. It can be a pain getting something that he will appreciate, but turning up empty-handed can be a rude gesture. Good housewarming gifts for guys are a pain to buy, so here …
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The belief of celebrating each year of marriage is ancient (at least medieval). Victorians made lists for everything, this being one. A traditional anniversary gift guide sets expectations for the perfect gift in the correct years. The Victorians also assigned meanings to their gift choices, often with some poetic licence. Gradually the list expands to …
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