John discussed some of the various things he does to customize the boxes he makes.  John uses several types of inlay designs and banding to incorporate into his boxes.  He…

Finishes that can be sprayed:Solvent BasedLaquerShellacWater Based – a good finish nowLaquer – UrethaneWhat we spray with:Materials for construction of spray equipmentmild steel vs. stainless steelAir-Less EquipmentCan be bulky – has…

Woodshop Electric Basics Mains Voltage can kill you.   If you’re unsure of what your doing, then call a competent licensed electrician. Unless your brother-in-law is a licensed electrician, don’t let…

Once you’ve decided to add a CNC router to your arsenal of woodworking tools, the question becomes whether to buy or build. Sean Bernath addressed this question at our September…

Kate came to the U.S.A. when she was 22 years old.  She first landed in Portland Oregon.  She had an old house there that needed renovation.  She decided she would…

Michael Gove – Has collected wood from neighbors trees and air dried the logs. Inevitably, the logs crack and need to be filled. One of the best way to fill…

Gary West – Also a member of the Woodturners Guild. CFWG members are welcome to attend their meetings on the third Thursday of the month here at Woodcraft. To make…

Windsor Chair style is determined by all pieces being attached to the seat. The Stretchers – Push legs apart – they do not pull legs together. They splay out to…

Randy Jaye is the president of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC) He described the process of building a tall case clock entirely from cedar wood. He…