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I started this blog in October 2009 when I moved workshops from Denby Dale, near Huddersfield, up to Blubberhouses, north of Leeds. The intention is to tell the story of how the workshop and attached Gallery (http://www.designermakers.co.uk/) develops. Of course I'll also include comment on furniture making in general and other incidents of interest.
However I realise that the blogoshpere can be a bit turgid in places so I hope that my postings will be relatively pithy and readable.
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Free Marquetry courses
Published on Tuesday 5th April 2011 - 06:56
As part of Craft and Design Month and North Yorkshire Open Studios. I'm offering some free taster workshops in veneering and marquetry during May and June. A great opportunity to learn an unusual woodworking technique. read more
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Burr oak cabinet, oak bedroom suite and contemporary style kitchen
Published on Monday 21st March 2011 - 20:23
I've finished a few interesting pieces in recent months, these include a new and unique contemorary styel kitcehen, a minimalist bedroom suite in oak and walnut and an unusual bow fronted cabinet in burr oak and cherry. I've had professional photographs taken of a couple of these pieces. So, like a holiday maker back from the Med., I'm keen to show you some of my snaps! read more
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How to mix glue
Published on Thursday 10th March 2011 - 18:54
Cascamite is the best adhesive to use when veneering burrs. But it's a right pain to mix without getting lumps in it! Here I share my observations on this important subject. read more
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Competitive blogging.
Published on Tuesday 1st March 2011 - 14:25
It's quite interesting to read other makers approach to the craft from Simon Piries down to earth attitude to Michael Wainwright's more off the wall postings (yes he is a maker). Here I point to some makers blogs. read more
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Old People II
Published on Sunday 20th February 2011 - 20:10
Not only does the way we live now often lead to an uncomfortable death, it can also saddle the next generation with a burden of guilt. read more
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Old People
Published on Thursday 17th February 2011 - 20:51
Care for the frail elderly has been a concern in the media in recent days. Why do these horror stories happen? read more
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A Career in Furniture Making - Pricing
Published on Wednesday 16th February 2011 - 20:40
In my last post I looked at some of the prerequisites of a career in furniture making, both personal and financial. One of the biggest problems for the aspiring maker is arriving at the right price for their work. Here I describe the method of pricing your work. read more
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A Career in Furniture Making
Published on Thursday 10th February 2011 - 21:24
I am occasionally asked how one starts a career in furniture making. Here I look at the qualities required for success in the craft and how much it may cost to kick start a career as a designer maker. read more
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A story chair
Published on Tuesday 1st February 2011 - 22:54
A recent request for a story chair to commemorate a special person has provided us with a unique design challenge. read more
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Kitchen Fitting Tradesmen
Published on Tuesday 18th January 2011 - 22:43
A good team of tradesmen is vital if a kitchen fitting project is to go smoothly with as little disruption to the customer as possible. I introduce our kitchen team, Miguel the plumber, Andy the plasterer and Martin the electrician read more