Monthly Archives: December 2016

End of Year Goals Met

Posted on December 31, 2016 by woodworksbyjohn

This has been quite a year for the Eugster’s to say the least!  It began with Diane and I challenging ourselves and moving to Scottsdale, Arizona for our 20th. anniversary.  We’d always wondered how living in a more arts oriented … Continue reading →

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Ocean Waves Frame — Shining Brightly!

Posted on December 20, 2016 by woodworksbyjohn

And, that’s really not a good thing!  Yesterday morning this frame was gilded along with a short section of the molding that will be used to see how the different toning affects may look.  If you’re unfamiliar with what’s commonly … Continue reading →

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Ocean Waves Frame Progress

Posted on December 15, 2016 by woodworksbyjohn

Ah yes, it’s been a long time coming and now the plan to become known as a custom, boutique framer is under way.  My goal is to establish my work here somewhere between those frames that are priced in the thousands … Continue reading →

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Want it done right? — Do it Yourself!

Posted on December 9, 2016 by woodworksbyjohn

Before getting into the latest project let me summarize what Diane and I have been up to this crazy and exciting year!  After a 20th. anniversary celebration of living in Scottsdale for 6 months we decided to sell our home … Continue reading →

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Drawer Unit Complete: No Dovetails Here

Posted on December 2, 2016 by woodworksbyjohn

I just had that “ah ha moment”.  Once I found my camera and began to use it on the tripod rather then my phone I noticed the pictures all seem to have a yellowish tinge to them.  I played around … Continue reading →

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