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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Ordinary, but necessary things in everyday life, surround us every day. We are so accustomed to some that we do not notice their presence, but their absence is noticeable. These things can include a ballpoint pen. Despite increasing gadgets, cellular networks and electronic signatures. Manufacturers and shops of ballpoints such as the Parker pen company …
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Wooden rings are not new, and alternative metal wedding bands are gaining popularity over the traditional precious metal rings. These wood wedding rings are in tune with today’s values – higher regard for the planet, yearning for a connection with the natural world as well as with your life partner. Why Choose Wooden Wedding Rings …
The pens used for comparison and images on this page starting with the primary image: Herringbone Rollerball Royal Blue European Bright Pink European Black, Orange Euro Blue & Green Sierra Dragon Rollerball Ivory & Gold Fountain Pen Quality pens a necessity today anyone, from a manager to a van driver acknowledges their versatility. We understand …
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Some ask me how I got into selling pens while at craft shows and websites. My personal journey started as a woodworker and then progressed to turn pens and sell them. Within, this article the best place to sell pens for a woodturner. There are two routes to go either the internet or local fairs, …
After introducing machinery in many sectors, people moved away from hand made items. But despite the mass-produced, people have become more interested in handcrafted goods. The use of machines for mass produced goods has not been abandoned though. But you might wonder, what are the benefits of venturing into a crafts business. Offers more variety …
Mums are the awesome rock stars in most of our lives. They’re our biggest cheerleaders, dearest friends, and often our closest confidants. Treat your incredible mum and other women in your world to something great this Mother’s Day 2022! You might wonder when is the day this year? Let’s face it you don’t want to …
Stainless steel as a wedding ring has plenty to recommend it-affordable and retains its lustre and gleam for years. The pros and cons of stainless steel rings are in the spotlight. Desirable, stylish, and the preferred choice for personal and wedding jewelry for many people. What is Stainless Steel? Stainless steel is a highly durable …
Valentines Day has come a long way in recent years as an expression of love with all the trappings of romantic gifts and cards. A long way past a humble handmade card expressing an anonymous admiration for the woman in your life. 14th of February is the feast of St Valentine (a Christian martyr). In …
The UK population splits evenly between men and women, which adds up to a lot of men and women thinking about her. This is a time of year with an overwhelming amount of ideas, so we came up with this Christmas gift guide for her Co-workers–Secret Santa and close colleagues. Corporate gifts for women. Friends. …
Many congratulations! You have made it nine years of marriage with your spouse. Have you ever realized you have spent 284,083,200 seconds of togetherness, love and laughter! Now comes the hard part of picking up those great 9th wedding anniversary gift ideas. What is the symbol for the 9th anniversary? Traditionally, Willow or leather is …
