My first experience woodworking was with the Boy Scout Pinewood Derby car kit. Seeing that block of wood with 4 wheels and 4 nails sitting on the table, my grade school mind ran wild with all sorts of impractical designs. Thankfully, my father was there to ‘help’ and by the end had carved out a […]
We are excited to finally reopen our retail store for inside foot traffic on Wednesday, May 19th, 2021. Highland Woodworking will continue to do our best to maintain a safe and secure environment for customers and staff. The policies listed below will evolve as needed. Our top priority is the safety of our staff and […]
For the April 2021 issue of Wood News Online, Norm Reid reviewed the 10th issue of Mortise & Tenon Magazine: What began a few years ago as a tentative exploration of the possibilities for a new and decidedly fresh approach to woodworking literature has now reached a milestone. This, the 10th issue of this intriguing […]
It’s almost Mother’s Day and what better way to show Mom you love her than with a homemade woodworking gift. Or better yet, if she is a woodworker herself, maybe you can surprise her with a new tool or let her pick one out herself with a Highland Woodworking Gift Certificate. This month, we want […]
Maine is very special to the Bagby family, owners of Highland Woodworking, for a number of reasons. Not only is it home to Lie-Nielsen Toolworks, but it is where Molly Bagby first learned how to cut a dovetail at the Center For Furniture Craftsmanship. It also happens to be where the Appalachian Trail ends, a […]
For the April 2021 issue of Wood News Online, Norm Reid reviewed James Krenov: Leave Fingerprints: James Krenov is a man who, to woodworkers at least, needs no introduction. And yet, the life of this iconic cabinetmaker and teacher contains far more richness than is generally understood. Though he seldom spoke in detail about his […]
For the April 2021 issue of Wood News Online, Bob Rummer discussed how he thinks about restoring broken pieces: My Grandpas knew a lot about how to restore broken things. Grandpa Rummer was the furniture doctor. He repaired, refinished, and re-upholstered countless pieces that are now cherished heirlooms. Grandpa Burnham repaired and restored musical instruments, […]