Well here I sit, at the end or perhaps beginning of the Made by Hand journey. The book was sent out yesterday and I’m ready to take off a week or two to spend some time with my family. I’ll be posting some new projects as they develop over the next few weeks so check back often.
In the meantime here are some shots of the six projects that will be in my book; Made by Hand – Furniture Projects from the Unplugged Woodshop.
Cheers!

goin’ down the road- a cabinetmakers toolchest

ain’t no feathers around here boys… a wall cabinet with half blind, through and sliding dovetails

skinny legs and all – a side table with tapered legs

where the good books go – a small bookcase with through mortise and tenon joinery

picture pefect – a post and panel cabinet

where the hunters heel – a modern take on a traditional sideboard

Well, this time next year I hope to be writing about my new book that was just released in time for the Holidays 2009…but for now, twelve months early, the projects and designs are coming along as planned. What a relief…

This shot is of a small side table: Skinny Legs and All…one of six Furniture Projects from the book. It’ll feature six-project chapters and five how to, whys and why nots.?
The wood in this table is Ash from a friends mill back home on Cape Breton Island. The drawer front is made from 100 year old-reclaimed Angelique.
Stay tuned…
Cheers!

Reflecting the Shaker influence but displaying an original modern interpretation, this side table will complement any decor. Made from solid Cherry and Birds Eye Maple it features hand cut joinery that will last for generations. I chose a hand rubbed oil and varnish mixture for the finish, it brings out the wood grain without adding too much gloss. I use a safe, non-toxic finish from a small company out of New York. Tried & True Traditional Oil and Varnish finish is a combination of highly refined polymerized linseed oil and natural-resin varnish (modified pine sap). Its high resin content produces a durable water-resistant finish that buffs to a warm semi-gloss sheen. It strictly adheres to the standards established by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and qualifies as non-toxic and safe for food-contact surfaces in both their uncured and cured (wet and dry) states.
The hardware I chose for the piece are delicate cast iron pulls that have a nice traditional look. The table top really jumps out with it’s wide panels and blond ribbon across the center. This piece I believe is one that would work well in a formal setting as well as perhaps as an entry table. The five drawers make for ample storage in a small foot print.Anyone interested please feel free to contact me for any additional questions.
The dimensions are : Depth: 22″ Width: 39″ Height: 30″
The unit is priced at $2550.00 CAN

RECENT COMMENTS:

“Stunning piece! Love the modern interpretation of a familiar form and the scale of the whole piece. Gotta love those hand cut half blind dovetails. Going to add this to my favorites. “

“Tom a great design and interpretation on your part. A stunning piece of furniture.”

“Unbelievable! Your craftsmanship and attention to detail are outstanding.”

This small side table is constructed with traditional hand cut joinery. It features a Walnut drawer front and aprons.
The table top, legs and drawer pull are in Cherry.
The legs are mortise and Tenon joinery with the drawer made with half blind dovetails. The drawer interior is Poplar with a scratch beading on the top and bottom all done with hand tools only. The detail shot shows the under side of the table top with a bevel on the bottom giving the top a lighter feel. The finish is a hand rubbed oil and varnish mix.