Category Archives: YouTubeVideo

Carving and Gilding of Picture Frames

Posted on May 3, 2015 by woodworksbyjohn

After the frames were carved and sanded the next step is to apply a coat or two of burnisher sealer.  This is the product you use in oil gilding that takes the place of multiple coats of gesso and then … Continue reading →

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Mechanical Cellarette Complete

Posted on March 26, 2015 by woodworksbyjohn

With the help of my friend Randy, and a rented truck from U-Haul the Cellarette made its way home.  After about 115 hours of actual work and countless hours of planning and worrying I’m very pleased to have it complete. … Continue reading →

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Creating the Panel & Frame: Mechanical Cellarette

Posted on February 24, 2015 by woodworksbyjohn

The last post on the Mechanical Cellarette found the top of the unit ready for final details.  This is one of those projects where I have the artistic license to adjust the sizes a bit to utilize the available lumber. … Continue reading →

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Dowel Making Video: My First Hi-Tech Attempt

Posted on January 8, 2015 by woodworksbyjohn

Never stop learning, experimenting, and pushing yourself that’s my mantra!  Probably what lead me from running 10K’s, to marathons, and then trail ultras of 50-100 miles but isn’t that what life is for?  The next step on the Armoire will … Continue reading →

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