Over time, the hardware on your doors, windows, and cabinets will naturally wear out, corrode, or lose its shine. This often leads to people replacing it or covering it with paint. Many older homes feature stunning brass hardware on doors and cabinets, but it’s often hidden under multiple layers of paint. Replacing worn or rusty … Read more
Of all the types of woodworking out there, carving can be the least expensive to get into. That’s not to say that it’s impossible to spend a lot on woodcarving, because it’s quite possible. As in any other area of woodworking, how much one ultimately spends depends a lot on how deeply the carver wants … Read more
Quilt-making is not a uniquely American craft. Like many other things, it was brought across from Europe by early settlers. But in the United States, quilting came into its own as an artistic handicraft. Through the years, quilting has changed in many ways, with each era having its style and even purpose in quilting. The … Read more
Those of us who work with wood are often stymied when forced to work with other materials. Yet there are a number of projects we might undertake, which require that we not only work with those other materials, but do so like an expert. Sometimes, the cost of failure is just too high to pay. … Read more
Stenciled signs on wood are one of the trendy home décor items we find everywhere from knick-knack shops to truck stops. Some carry witty or humorous messages, while others are simpler messages, like “Welcome.” Regardless of the words on the sign, the simply country charm of these signs adds to a casual motif and a … Read more