Today I made a remarkable discovery: A MontBlanc pen that has been in my possession for many years is quite valuable! I also discovered that I have a small cedar chest with an inlay top I completed recently that is... Continue Reading →
Using the beltsander to finish up a project - inlay top for a small quarter sawn oak bench. Really levels out the top and saves sanding time. I have four triangular pieces to add (ebony?), then filler, and then it's... Continue Reading →
Perfect for your CCG or sports card collections! See the Craigslist ad below: https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/fuo/d/wood-inlay-crafts-ccg-sports/6634214356.html
Here are some really nice examples of wood inlay that I saw at a gift shop in the El Yunque rainforest near Luquillo, Puerto Rico.
For sale is a lovely tiny cedar chest. It was sanded, refinished, and then we added our signature wood inlaid top. This inlay pattern features purple heart, kingwood, and zebrawood. Butterfly hinges and hardware added. Dimensions: app. 3.5" wide, 5.25"... Continue Reading →
For sale is a beautiful poplar keepsake chest, refinished, and then inlaid on the top. This particular inlay pattern features padouk (reddish wood), wenge (dark wood), yellow heart, and black walnut. All natural wood colors. A clear matte finish was... Continue Reading →
Today I put the finishing touches on an inlay wall plate to cover an old light switch box in the living room. I think it looks a little better than the plastic one it replaced.:)
Yesterday I found three small cedar chests at the thrift store. They were various souvenirs from Mississippi to California with interesting, somewhat tacky tops. I figured they could use a little TLC so I sanded the tops in preparation for... Continue Reading →
This week I got a great deal on a Windsor Designs hardwood work bench. I put it together yesterday. Now I'm ready for REAL work!
