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Great presentation to our members by David Hickson

Great presentation to our members by David Hickson on saw sharpening tips and techniques. Lots of questions and discussion.

Many thanks to Oscar Fitzgerald for his outstandin

Many thanks to Oscar Fitzgerald for his outstanding presentation and discussion last night to the guild on how furniture was made between 1650-1900.

The next WWG meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Jul

The next WWG meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 16, 2024. The presentation will be “Applying Architectural Drafting Techniques in Woodworking Design” by Erica Frank.

We had a great Show & Tell session at our May meet

We had a great Show & Tell session at our May meeting. Members either brought in examples of their work or showed their work via photos. Very informative!

At our monthly meeting and someone had this tool f

At our monthly meeting and someone had this tool for sale. Anyone know what this is? #unknownhandtool

We had a great visit to CP Johnson Lumber and Hard

We had a great visit to CP Johnson Lumber and Hardwood Artisans in Culpeper last Saturday. Great turnout and a fun, interesting and informative visit.

Many thanks to Tina and JJ of @willowtreefurniture

Many thanks to Tina and JJ of @willowtreefurnitureco for a fun presentation to the Guild on restoring furniture with paint and/or stain.

Our April 16, 2024 guild meeting will feature a pr

Our April 16, 2024 guild meeting will feature a presentation on “Restoring Furniture” by the WIllow Tree Furniture Company.

We had a great presentation last night by Tom McLa

We had a great presentation last night by Tom McLaughlin in adding value to woodworking projects. Lots of tips and techniques. Not a member of the guild? Join us today!

Join us on March 27 (Wed) for “The Art of Chairm

Join us on March 27 (Wed) for “The Art of Chairmaking" presentation by Tom McLaughlin”. In this full-day presentation, Tom will introduce and attempt to simplify the art of fine chairmaking which is considered by most to be the most challenging of woodworking projects.

Cost is $50 for non-members (see special events page on our website in bio). Location: Nova Labs, Fairfax VA

Our March 26 meeting will be a presentation by Tom

Our March 26 meeting will be a presentation by Tom McLaughlin and is titled “Ways to Distinguish and Add Value to your Work”.

In this presentation, Tom will describe approaches to design, added details, and small embellishments that can significantly distinguish and enhance your work. He will use illustrations drawn from his personal experiences with clients during his 30+ years building custom high-end commissioned furniture. Tom will also include examples derived from his a 25-year membership with the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association.

Great presentation last night from Austin Englund

Great presentation last night from Austin Englund on Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest. Presentation included a demonstration on how they create molding for the residence using hand tools.

Join us on March 27 for “The Art of Chairmaking

Join us on March 27 for “The Art of Chairmaking by Tom McLaughlin”. In this full-day presentation, Tom will introduce and attempt to simplify the art of fine chairmaking which is considered by most to be the most challenging of woodworking projects. $50 for non-members (see special events page on our website). Location: Nova Labs, Fairfax VA

Happy New Year from the Washington Woodworkers Gui

Happy New Year from the Washington Woodworkers Guild! Thank you to all our fans and WWG members for your support. Looking forward to a great 2024!

Meeting Canceled - Due to a scheduling mistake on

Meeting Canceled - Due to a scheduling mistake on the part of the VFW, we unfortunately do not have a meeting place for tomorrow night. The particular program planned for the meeting by JJ and Tina from Willow Tree Furniture does not lend itself to a Zoom only presentation, so we are postponing the presentation until after the first of the year.

Great meeting tonight for our Guild Show & Tell se

Great meeting tonight for our Guild Show & Tell session. Large turnout, interesting presentations and many new members. Don’t miss out! Join us today.

We had an excellent presentation last night by gui

We had an excellent presentation last night by guild member Mike Jury on “Fine Furniture”.

Our September guild meeting will feature a present

Our September guild meeting will feature a presentation on Fine Furniture by Mike Jury.

WWG member project: I designed this side table in

The Aug 15 WWG zoom only meeting will feature “P

The Aug 15 WWG zoom only meeting will feature “Pyrography” by Julie Bender. She will give a brief PowerPoint presentation illustrating her pyrography techniques, discuss tools and equipment, give a demo on maple wood, share photos of student projects and address questions.

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