It all started with a request from my wife: a "rustic" dining room table to perfectly complement our '20s-inspired farmhouse. She wanted something that felt traditional but also had that wonderfully primitive, worn-in look. I knew just the wood that would deliver the goods: locally sourced laurel oak. The completed rustic table My dad and... Continue Reading →
The Dream Bench: My Anarchist’s Workbench Journey
Complete! The Traditional Woodworker's workbench Every woodworker dreams of it: that perfect, solid, traditional workbench. For years, it was just that—a dream. But a few years back, when I finally moved into my new shop, the stars aligned, and it was time to make that dream a reality. My design is heavily inspired by Christopher... Continue Reading →
Woodworking Adventures: A Few Projects from the Past
A Poplar Hand Saw Till It's time for another catch-up session, and this time we're diving into a collection of miscellaneous woodworking projects from the past few years. Let's take a look! Simple Cypress Corbel First up, a simple and elegant corbel crafted from cypress. Sometimes, all you need is a touch of decoration to... Continue Reading →
Rob’s Anarchist’s Tool Chest
Well, well, well, look what the cat dragged in! It's been a minute, hasn't it? Before I dive headfirst into the exciting world of knife making (get ready for some sharp content!), I wanted to take a quick stroll down memory lane and revisit a woodworking project from way back in 2020. Ah, simpler times.... Continue Reading →
