Monthly Archives: July 2017

Patio Table: Phase 2

Posted on July 28, 2017 by woodworksbyjohn

In the last blog the table base was in progress.  Fine Woodworking had a video series by Gary Rogowski showing the way he built a trestle table which I used for inspiration.  As you’ll see, I don’t like to build … Continue reading →

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Patio Table

Posted on July 17, 2017 by woodworksbyjohn

Thankfully, there’s always another project to keep me occupied — as you know; I don’t relax well.  Our house here is Phoenix has a large, covered back patio where Diane and I find ourselves having lunch daily.  What better project … Continue reading →

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Keepsake Box Final Details

Posted on July 13, 2017 by woodworksbyjohn

Let me start this out by showing off the completed box and then boring you with the details later,  I’ve often said “it’s all about the wood” and in my mind this project exemplifies that! After glue up it was … Continue reading →

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Keepsake Box: Wenge & Spalted Maple

Posted on July 12, 2017 by woodworksbyjohn

It’s been over a month since my latest blog and that’s partially due to our summer schedule but also my latest Etsy commission is one that my client didn’t want to see until it was complete.  Here’s a picture of … Continue reading →

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