A “backstory” is a literary device used to lend depth and color to the main story. Characters often have history that impacts their present decisions and actions, and that history often is revealed as a ‘backstory” that helps us understand the character’s current motivations and psyche. The backstory enriches and enlightens and makes the main story line more compelling. […]
Class starts early on a Saturday morning with everyone sipping coffee and chatting amicably, the group of us ranging in skill level from those who have been turning for a while to folks who have never held a woodturning tool before. The classroom at Highland is a great place, all old wood with various projects and tables […]
With my recent lower back surgeries, I’ve had a decent period of time where I was completely unable to do any woodworking, and while this hopefully doesn’t directly relate to any reader, many will likely have (past or present) life get in the way of our enjoyable pastime. I thought I’d share some of my thoughts about getting […]
It’s likely on your checklist right alongside tuning up the snow blower, draining the gas from the lawnmower, and getting the winter togs out of the closet. And if stocking up on wood is not on your list, it should be. Fall is a great time to buy lumber for all your upcoming wintertime projects. It […]
We just released our October issue of Wood News Online, full of some great woodworking project ideas, tips, and stories. This month’s issue includes: Our ‘Show Us’ series featuring woodworking shops, woodworking projects, and carving projects of our readers: Show Us Your Shop – David Lane’s beautiful stand-alone shop in Old Lyme, CT. Show Us Your […]
Welcome to “Tips From Sticks-In-The-Mud Woodshop.” I am a hobbyist, not a professional, someone who loves woodworking, just like you do. I have found some better ways to accomplish tasks in the workshop and look forward to sharing those with you each month, as well as hearing your problem-solving ideas. Tip #1: RED NAIL POLISH Everyone […]
While at WIA 2014 a few weeks ago, we came across the Fred West Commemorative Tool Chest made by Andrew Gore of Andrew Gore Woodworks. We caught up with Andrew at WIA and he discussed the significance behind the chest and what was included inside of it. Below is our video, as well as a […]