This was a slightly different project made in the Fine Craftsman Lumber Workshop. We needed another desk top, so we decided to take on the task. Here was our process: Butcher Block Instead of starting from scratch, we started with one of our butcher blocks. We make...

Wood can be super finicky when it comes to storing it. As a natural product, it reacts to the environment around it. As a woodworker, it is helpful to understand how wood reacts to its environment. From there, you can manipulate it to do what you want. Wood storage is...

Lumber is expensive. That's why it is important to reduce waste and use as much of each board as possible. Often, at the end of a project, you may find yourself looking for ways to utilize scrap pieces.  But finding those projects that utilize scraps can be somewhat...

The lumber shortage that began making news for 2 x 4’s and other framing material has hit the hardwood industry. Hardwood lumber pricing has risen since September and is accelerating at a sprinter's speed since January 1, 2021. First things first, it’s important to...

Black walnut is one of the most desired woods to work with. It’s gorgeous dark chocolate heartwood adds the tone and accents most people crave for in their homes. Black walnut is love-at-first-sight to every woodworker. But just like every great love, walnut has its...

Setting up a small woodworking shop is incredibly important when starting your woodworking business. Being able to work efficiently, safely, and doing so while keeping your shop professional, says leaps and bounds about your business. Wondering what a well designed...

Building a woodworking piece takes a special kind of talent. But in woodworking, we all know that the project doesn’t end with the assembly of your piece. Finishing is the next step, and can often intimidate even the most skillful of artisans. The good news: With a...

It finally happened. You caught the woodworking bug and your friends and families' homes are filled with your creations. You’ve reached a point where you feel confident enough to sell your art and make some extra cash. And now you are likely asking yourself: where can...

If you’ve never purchased lumber in bulk before, you may not realize there are a number of advantages that it provides a woodworker. While buying small quantities at one time may seem like a more economical option, there are actually same great reasons why you should...