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How to build a Sleek Mid-Century Modern Writing Desk: A Step-by-Step Guide

  https://youtu.be/J-_IbMsa-oI?si=ar3DXSI-fH4e7vs4 https://jonpeters.com/product/modern-desk-design-plans/ In this woodworking project, I'll...

Lesson #1: Sandy Hook in September

https://youtu.be/eMphjBU49ig?si=EHyQ4iUFL0Rwy97A Making a small painting, like the paintings I paint in these painting lessons is a great way to get...

Lesson #2: Piling in Blue Water

https://youtu.be/zV2GDnSkM9k?si=OWpuOsCiQ9YPEl6L Making a small painting, like the paintings I paint in these painting lessons is a great way to get...
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Project Videos

Wood Rot Repair, Fixing the Barn Door

I noticed some rot at the bottom of the upstairs barn door that needed fixing so I waited until there were at least two dry days in a row in the forecast before starting the project.  Here's a how to video and description of the project https://youtu.be/UkolO9ZWam0...

Why Epoxy & the Lacquer I Use 

Here's a follow up video on making the ping pong paddle holder with a discussion on the epoxy I used and the lacquer and spray system I use in the shop and where I get most of my finishing products.  Also, some thoughts on using Cherry in your woodworking projects....

Cutting Down A Christmas Tree

We spent last Christmas in Vermont and on Christmas Eve Olivia and I walked across the hayfield towards the third branch of the White River to find a tree. We decided on a Hemlock, which is probably not a prized tree at a tree farm but we thought it was perfect....

The Big Head Painting and Pop Up Show Update

Here's a quick video update on last Friday's Pop Up Art Show and a look at a big painting made for a client about 15 years ago.  The painting is an example of "Propaganda Art" and is made on 169 separate panels that came together to make the piece.  The client who...