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Side table and mirror in classic cherry

Mar 31, 2009

My own design after much research of old and recently built shaker pieces. I wanted a slightly contemporary feel to a classic design, I'm happy with the results. The diamond blackwood accents are a...

A fun little project

Feb 25, 2009
2 comments

Solid curly makore wood with slightly curly maple veneer panels. Blackwood accents. Makore is a stunning but highly allergic wood to work with in my case....never again!! Compound mitered...


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Re: Tommy MacDonald and WGBH pursue a new woodworking show

I can't beleive all the negativity here....pretty freaking sad imo. Sure Tommy is louder, harsher and not Norm. So what...he's got great skills, love to share his knowledge and in my opinion a refreshing change for the airwaves.
He's a great beleiver in the power of the individual to push their limits beyond the safe zone and he proudly airs his screw ups and fixes when he gets over his head. A learning experience for us all.

Being critical of his podcasts and comparing them to the new Yankee workshop is unfair. I'd like to see others attempt their own podcast shows with nothing but a camera. No producers, editors, camera and lighting men etc and display yourself for the world to dump on you....not easy.

Give the guy a chance. Norm's early shows and techniques were questionable at best but people stuck with him, Tommy deserves the same chance.

Paul (OttawaP on other forums)

posted: 9:56 am on March 14th  

Re: A fun little project

Thanks for the comment. I did stress over the corners before making the first cut but it turned out 99.8% perfect the first time. Plenty close enough for me !! A little wixey gauge helps nail a 44.1 deg cut easily. Money well spent for this project.

Thanks again,

Paul

posted: 7:20 pm on March 24th