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A New Tenon Saw to Match

Posted on May 20, 2016 by literaryworkshop

This is the old backsaw I had been using as a tenon saw for the last few years.  It’s not a pretty sight. I’m tempted to say that this saw had seen better days, but that would be completely untrue. … Continue reading →

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Woodworking in America 2013: Meeting People

Posted on October 24, 2013 by literaryworkshop

The best reason to attend the Woodworking in America conference is to meet people.  Here’s an abbreviated list of some of the woodworkers I met during my two days at the conference.  (Sorry, very few pics.  I was too busy … Continue reading →

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Woodworking in America 2013: Highlights

Posted on October 19, 2013 by literaryworkshop

My wife and I spent the last two days at the Woodworking in America convention in the Cincinnati area.   Here are some of my highlights. Peter Follansbee gave a fun, engaging demonstration of Sloyd spoon carving.  In his characteristic … Continue reading →

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