Tag Archives: joinery

Building a Bookcase; My Approach

Posted on January 24, 2018 by woodworksbyjohn

My current furniture project is a small bookcase made of Walnut.  I talked about my design approach and the requirements for it in my last blog.  While working away in the solitude of the shop I started thinking about why … Continue reading →

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Selig Chairs: My Learning Adventure

Posted on August 6, 2014 by woodworksbyjohn

In my first post regarding these Danish Modern chairs made by the Selig company I gave a little bit of the company history.  This set, consisting of a recliner, chair, and ottoman were entrusted to me for refurbishing and they … Continue reading →

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Bare Faced Dovetail: Critique Requested

Posted on February 19, 2014 by woodworksbyjohn

In my last blog I talked about the joinery considerations for the TV stand project.  After lots of research and some inquiries on the Woodweb forums I’ve decided that the joint you see pictured here is the way to go … Continue reading →

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