Woodworking Blog

Hello David, Having watched all of the videos on your site I see that you are a man who does not like paying more than he has to for things, and who believes in the free exchange of ideas and information. In that same spirit I would like to share a...

When I am making batches of pens or boxes, something deep inside of me (I was probably a magpie in a previous life) tells me not to sell all the things I make. I am always finding excuses not to sell all my work. Over the years of making these boxes, I...

New - German Made Bock nibs in different sizes and thicknesses. Upgrade the fountain pen writing experience by using these nibs on your pen. They are high quality nibs that are completely made in Germany (not just the tip). Available in the 5mm and 6mm...

We have just include 6 new exciting Australian Made Pen Blanks into our range. We have moved to a new industrial premises so we can now start to grow again. Were going to include many new exciting items over the new few weeks. The 6 new blanks are ...

It's been raining for the last 3 weeks. Haven't had much dry weather to finish the roof. In my depression I went into the workshop to make another piece of furniture. I wanted to make a display cabinet for a few pieces I have been collecting. I started...

I have waited over half a year to get possession of the building. We finally got the keys for the property on the 7th of December. Plans were then drawn up on what we needed to do on the property. 1st job - remove the old asbestos roof and reroof with...

This Medical, Pharmaceutical and Food Grade, Mineral Oil is food safe for use on chopping boards, bread boards, salad bowls, and all wooden food utensils where you want a natural and safe finish for raw timber. Because of its properties that prevent...

We have introduced the Spring Blossom Rollerball Pen Kit into our range. Introductory Special at only $13.99AUD each. With the popularity of the higher end pen kits, we have been asked by numerous pen turners to design a pen that has the features of an...

We have just introduced 3 new Australian Made pen blanks into our range. Pixie, Crumble Violet and Pearl Opal. These 3 blanks have very striking colour and would be an excellent complement to your pen range...

Fountain pen Cartridges. When you purchase the higher end fountain pen kits (eg. Baron II, Sedona and Roman Harvest Pen kits just to mention a few), you will notice that you get 2 additional parts in the set. The first part is the disposable ink...

I was asked by a friend to go with him to Vietnam because he couldn’t work out why they could supply plywood cheaper than the Chinese. Well this is the plywood plant. As you can see, it like going back into the stone ages. Logs are loaded in by hand...

We have introduced the SN (Senior) Gent Kits into our range. With the popularity of the JR Gent pen kits, we have been asked by numerous pen turners to design a pen that looks similar to the JR Gents but more suited for the larger stronger men who...