I just received our shipment of replacement engraving cutters, and we are ready to ship them out. Please read the following carefully so that you get your cutters as quickly as possible. Apologies for this glitch. And thank you for your patience with us. — Christopher Schwarz
Read moreThe second batch of engraving tools have blades that are too pointy for my liking. And so we are switching to a round cutter. This appears to be a recent problem with the manufacturer of the blades, so not everyone’s tools have been affected. Take a look at the photo above. The cutter on the…
Read moreHere is a quick-ish update on products we hope to have in stock before the holidays – including three I haven’t announced before. “Cricket Tables” by Derek Jones This book should arrive at the warehouse any day now. Is the cover cloth going to be that bright green? I hope not. But if it is,…
Read moreWe have Crucible Engraving Tools back in stock and shipping. This tool engraves straight lines and arcs in wood so you can create decorative patterns or “spells” found on peasant furniture in Scandinavia and Eastern Europe. Megan and I have filmed a new video on the basics of using the tool against a straightedge and…
Read moreRecently we started making our own animal-based glue called “Piggly No Wiggly.” It’s made from three ingredients: food-grade gelatin, uniodized table salt and tap water. The glue is great for furniture. It has an open time of about 18-20 minutes (depending on the temperature and humidity in your shop). That extra time is nice for…
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