“It Was Tempting to Give Up, But I Never Did. I Think Grit and Perseverance Are Two Important Keys to Being Successful… You Can’t Give Up.”: Greg Klassen Interview
Greg Klassen is the man who originally created the River Table, and subsequently a River Collection. Based in the Pacific Northwest of North America, Greg successfully sends his creations all over the world. The demand is such that he can, at times, have a two-year order backlog for his work. But it wasn’t always this way, as you’ll find out below.
Michael Green: Why We Should Build Wooden Skyscrapers
Building a skyscraper? Forget about steel and concrete, says architect Michael Green, and build it out of ... wood.
5 Reasons Japanese Joinery is Just Wonderful
Japanese joinery is perceived as more of an art and a science than a trade. It’s high standards are revered by woodworkers the world over. What are the elements that make it so special?
This Simple Method Helps Joseph Walsh Create Stunning Woodwork
Even when your work is as stunning and complex as the “Erosion I Low Table”—it is the tried and trusted techniques that help you achieve your end result.
Here's Why You Need To Be Following The Work Of Ariele Alasko
When you come across a woodworker that is artistic, creative, and produces top level work like Ariele Alasko—stop and take the chance to learn.
6 Beautifully Inspiring Joinery Details
For woodworkers there’s nothing like admiring beautifully executed joinery. Here are six details that are well worth a look.
"Doing Woodwork to Make a Living Can't be Split Into Two Parts—Life/Work. It's a Whole Lifestyle": Neil McKinlay Interview
He hails from the "mean streets of Lochgoillhead" in Scotland. His YouTube videos are some of the best and most entertaining out there. But he hasn’t made any videos for a while. Are they coming back any time soon? I find out.
What Everybody Ought to Know About the Shaper Origin
When Alec Rivers attempted to make a picture frame from his grandfather’s old hand tools, he never envisaged that he would start down a path that would shake up the woodworking & making industry.
This Market Sideboard by Siosi Design Shows How it Should be Done
Clean lines. Beautiful walnut grain. Sculpted base. If you want to see beautifully executed design and woodwork, then check out this "Market Sideboard" by Siosi Design.
Who Else Wants a Festool Domino?
It is a game-changing tool. It has been around years now. It is much sought after. It is on the high end of the price spectrum. Yet it hasn't got one competitor. Is it worth it?
The Detail on This Sculptural Chest of Drawers is on Another Level
Farraige (the Irish word for "Sea") is the inspiration behind this stunning piece by Irish Furniture designer John Lee.
Design & Build Live Edge Furniture Like the Masters
It can be a very difficult style of furniture making to execute well. We explore what we can learn from the best of the best.
Get Rid of Tangled Messy Cords Once and For All
It seems like battery technology is improving at a never-seen-before rate. And this is good news for woodworkers
Noji Architects Show How An Extension Built From Plywood Can Be Stunning
This period home in Dublin received a beautiful plywood addition.
Here's How NOT to Price Woodwork Products
Everyone has their own way of pricing. But the simple fact is some woodworkers can price their work and make a decent living, while others struggle.
The Secrets of Marketing a Woodworking Business on Instagram
Instagram is just one of the great places to market as a woodworker. Brad & John from Made For Profit have some good tips.