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Hey there, fellow crafty folks! I hope this post finds you well and that you’re having a better day than I did last Saturday. I’m writing this post as a form of therapy, to help me process the trauma of sitting at a craft fair for 6 hours without a single customer walking through the […]

Sign Carving with a Router

Mark Plante || Monday, July 17, 2023

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Woodworking enthusiasts and artisans alike know the joy and satisfaction that comes from creating beautiful, personalized signs. Among the various techniques available, carving signs with a router has gained immense popularity due to its versatility and precision. If you’re eager to explore this art form and create stunning signs that showcase your craftsmanship, read on […]

Why Mistakes are Made in Woodworking

Mark Plante || Monday, May 22, 2023

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Mistakes can happen in woodworking for various reasons, and they are a common part of the learning process. Here are some reasons why mistakes can occur: Remember, mistakes are an opportunity to learn and grow as a woodworker. They can provide valuable lessons and insights that help improve your craftsmanship in the future.

The TV Table is Finished

Mark Plante || Tuesday, August 2, 2022

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My first project done in the new workshop is finally completed. A small TV Table that was built out of extra and scrap 2x4s took me about a week to completely finish and, I think, it came out pretty good. Click Here to see the post of when I started this project. As I have […]

Building a Small Table

Mark Plante || Wednesday, July 27, 2022

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Now that the workshop has been completed, I’ve decided to start building some items for around the house. The first small item that I built was using some leftover 1/2″ luan plywood and some scrap 1X2’s to build a small wall hanging that we will be using in our kitchen to hand our oven mitts […]

The Workbench is Done

Mark Plante || Saturday, July 9, 2022

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It took about 10 hours to build out of 2×4’s and 2×6’s… but it looks really good!

Basement Renovation Photo Gallery

Mark Plante || Wednesday, April 27, 2022

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Below are some of the images taken during our current basement renovation. It definitely has been a learning experience. I have had to recall my high school geometry from almost 35 years ago! As I showed in my previous post, there was going to be a lot of work to do. The wall is now […]