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Where to buy tools, hardware, & supplies

Posted on February 29, 2008 by admin

Lowes, Home Depot, and Sears are a good place to drop by to pick up consumer-level power tools and basic hardware.  However, if you need higher quality equipment, specialty hardware, and good finishing supplies, look for a Woodcraft store near you.  The closest one to our residence … Continue reading →

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Thai Lime Cashews

Posted on February 23, 2008 by admin

Suffice it to say, I’m nuts about nuts, especially those of the cashew variety.  One of my latest discoveries is “Thai Lime Cashews,” available from our favorite specialty grocery store–Trader Joe’s.  These are bursting with flavor but don’t pack too … Continue reading →

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Sipping Chocolate

Posted on February 23, 2008 by admin

While browsing through the shelves at our local Trader Joe’s store around Christmastime a couple of years ago, we discovered an intriguing European-inspired “beverage” and got hooked on it immediately.  Called “sipping chocolate,” this product truly lives up to its … Continue reading →

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Toy barn

Posted on January 4, 2008 by admin

It was the spark that started the fire… and got me interested in working with wood.  My oldest daughter finally got her request–Daddy built her a toy stable for her horses! This is made predominantly out of solid cherry left … Continue reading →

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Up Next – Entertainment Credenza

Posted on June 26, 2007 by admin

We’ve decided it’s time to replace an aging entertainment center with something a bit more modern… one that will look great with a wide flat-panel television yet serve as a display piece for pictures and knick-knacks. Of course, as any … Continue reading →

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Entryway Bench

Posted on June 25, 2007 by admin

Well, my first “fine furniture” (can I use that terminology as a beginner?) project is finished!  This is a entryway bench designed for relaxing or to change one’s footware.  It is made entirely of solid cherry wood, using traditional joinery … Continue reading →

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