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Sunday May 29 2016 In Designers, Education, Product By handsomeandco

Make These Facetted Vessels at Home

Nothing gives me more satisfaction than something I've made with my own two hands. The only problem is without guidelines your afternoon DIY efforts can often end up heading straight to the bin. Luckily designer/maker Pete Bollington of Curious Tales, has been kind enough lend us...

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Thursday February 25 2016 In Education By handsomeandco

Finishing Made Easy

Thinking about applying a hand rubbed finish to your timber product? Here’s a run down on some of the more common and easy to apply versions of the ‘hand rubbed’ genre. Yes, I’ve left out wax… its not a real finish. Oil - Danish Oil Handing rubbing...

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Monday February 22 2016 In Education By handsomeandco

Here’s how you should be sanding

Sanding is an incredibly important step, albeit a boring and mostly tedious chore, its difference between a great result and an average one and the true key to applying a good and lasting finish. There are two ways to combat the tiresome job of sanding, the...

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Thursday February 11 2016 In Education By handsomeandco

Step-by-step guide to making a stool

You can’t get much more simple than this ‘three-legged’ ‘milking-stool’ reminiscent of one of the earliest forms of wooden furniture. It seems like a good place to start, because who doesn’t like some simplicity in their lives and décor. This simplicity extends beyond its aesthetic and...

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Wednesday January 13 2016 In Education By handsomeandco

Structured Fine Woodworking – What To Expect.

NOTE: all terms are stand alone and while they compliment each other, students may join our 'Structured Fine Woodworking' at the beginning of any term, as attendance of prior terms is not necessary. Term 1 – An Introduction to Tools Learn how to look after your...

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