When people start venturing into hand tools they struggle mightily with what tools to buy and where to get them. As far as what tools you need, I’ve tried to cover that with “The Anarchist’s Tool Chest.” When it comes to the question of where to buy the tools, my usual response is to attend…
We have two upcoming classes in July at our storefront that should – by all rights – be filled and have a long waiting list. But they aren’t. If you can attend these classes, I encourage you to do so for two reasons. One, in both cases these classes are being taught by the premier instructor…
Popular Woodworking Magazine was purchased this month by the parent company of Woodsmith magazine, a division of Active Interest Media called Cruz Bay Publishing, Inc. The purchase price was $1 million, according to court records. We’ve received a lot of questions from readers. Should I renew my subscription? Will the magazine continue? What will happen…
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When the doors open at Handworks 2017 at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 19, here’s a list of the stuff we’ll have in limited supply. In other words, stop by early to avoid disappointment. Also, please don’t ask us to reserve items for you via help@lostartpress.com or phone calls to John. To be fair to…
It’s been too long since I’ve updated everyone (including my fellow editors) on the projects that are about to bear fruit. Plus other projects that are in fruit cocoons, which is totally not a real thing but should be. These are in the order in which you’ll likely see them. As always, if I haven’t…
In an effort to reduce all the things sitting around, I’m offering this leather-bound copy of “Mouldings in Practice” for sale for $250. Domestic shipping is free. International shipping is at cost. Note: This item is sold. The book is a first edition of Matt Bickford’s landmark book. The boards are covered in calfskin that…
Customers complain when they miss out on a special poster, book or shirt with a common refrain: Wahhh, I don’t have time to follow woodworking blogs and websites. I’m not sure what they want us to say in reply. Perhaps: OK, next time I’ll send John Hoffman to your house to rap on your window…
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Handworks 2015. Day 1. There’s a reason I have that look on my face. Warning: This blog entry contains medical information that might make you uncomfortable. If you are squeamish, here’s the executive summary: Yes, I’ll be at Handworks. Perhaps because I have a lot of German blood, my body is like juicy, meaty clockwork….