When woodworkers start a project, chances are the first thing they reach for is a pencil. Pencils are the product of a lot of woodworking themselves. Musgrave Pencil Company has been mastering the process of making great pencils for over 100 years in their production facility in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Not only will you learn how […]
From animals to astronauts – wood artist Judy Gale Roberts takes intarsia to a whole new level. Learn more about this dimensional woodworking style as we take a closer look at her work and her process in our Moment with a Master! Remove those pencil layout lines without an eraser! Popular Woodworking Magazine has an […]
It is rare to be a great generalist as a woodworker. We’ll introduce you to David Sapp, a multi-talented woodworker, teacher, and woodworking community builder who achieves at a masterful level in all craft areas. In a single project, David might use everything from his grandfather’s hand tools to his modern CNC equipment. David will […]
Carve out a moment of your time and get to know Randy Walters! He invites us into his Columbia, Tennessee workshop and gives a tour of his impressive relief carving collection. You’ll hear what inspired him to take up the craft at an early age, the process he goes through, and the tools he uses […]
While touring exhibits eight years ago, a collection of beautiful tiger Maple furniture eagerly drew my attention. The furniture had that curly maple “pop” that woodworkers desire and value. That day I met a young maker named Daniel Corban whose work I have seen at prestigious exhibits like the famous Masters Show. His knowledge of […]
The Highland Woodworker: Episode 61
Retiring to the perfect tiny house he and his wife designed and built on a Tennessee hilltop, Bill Lester decided building banjos and dulcimers would make life perfect. We will hear his story, take a tour of their 600-square-foot dream home and then go to his spacious shop to learn how he makes his beautiful […]
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