Flowers For Florence

This project was a very special one. My Cousins asked me to make a wood urn to hold their daughter’s ashes.Her name was Florence Marigold and she passed away last may. The urn is made from a London Plane burlwood, Walnut and Yellow Cedar.

Woodworking, Japanese Garden Gate, Timber Framing

This is my most recent art project that showcases a Japanese/ Greene and Greene style as well as a few of my own ideas. I live and work in Victoria B.C Canada.

Woodworking, Japanese Hand Plane, Unbelievable Shavings!

Leave it to the Japanese to inspire art in every human activity. A finely tuned tool makes even the most tedious tasks pleasant.

Woodworking, Build an Oak Bench

The construction and finishing of an Oak trestle bench.

Woodworking, Building our Tiny House

The building of a family cabin. Documented over the past three summers. Enjoy!

Sawmilling, Are Portable Sawmills Worth It?

The sawmill companies make it look a whole lot easier than it really is. It’s time to set the record straight!

Woodworking, DIY Building Saw Horses

Learn how to build wood saw horses without nails, screws or glue. They will last a lifetime and inspire you to do better work.