Category Archives: James Krenov: Leave Fingerprints

Video: Krenov’s ‘Pagoda Cabinet’ Conservation

One of the first furniture images in “James Krenov: Leave Fingerprints” – Brendan Gaffney’s biography of a 20th century woodworking icon – is the “Pagoda Cabinet” that Krenov built in 1971 from European cherry. David Welter, a student of Krenov’s then a long-time faculty member at the school he founded (now called the Krenov School),…

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1981: The First Year at James Krenov’s School

The following is excerpted from “James Krenov: Leave Fingerprints.” James Krenov (1920-2009) was one of the most influential woodworking writers, instructors and designers of the 20th century. His best-selling books – starting with “A Cabinetmaker’s Notebook” – inspired tens of thousands of people to pick up the tools and build things to the highest standard….

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Krenov’s Parquetry Exploration & Student Promotion

The following is excerpted from “James Krenov: Leave Fingerprints,” by Brendan Bernhardt Gaffney. Krenov (1920-2009) was one of the most influential woodworking writers, instructors and designers of the 20th century. His best-selling books – starting with “A Cabinetmaker’s Notebook” – inspired tens of thousands of people to pick up the tools and build things to…

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