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‘The Intelligent Hand’ Now Shipping

Posted on October 15, 2018 by

Today I received my copies of David Savage’s “The Intelligent Hand,” and I was so relieved I thought I might cry. This has been one of the most emotional projects I’ve worked on. Apologies for discarding the veneer of normal … Continue reading →

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New in Store: ‘Shaker Inspiration’ by Christian Becksvoort

Posted on October 14, 2018 by

Christian Becksvoort’s new book “Shaker Inspiration: Five Decades of Fine Craftsmanship” is now available for pre-publication ordering. The book is $43 and will ship in November 2018. All customers who order the book before it ships will receive a free … Continue reading →

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The Storefront is Open Today

Posted on October 13, 2018 by

I’m still in Germany, but Brendan Gaffney and Megan Fitzpatrick will open the Lost Art Press storefront to the public today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The store is located at 837 Willard St. in Covington, Ky. We’ll have … Continue reading →

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Class Registration Now Live

Posted on October 12, 2018 by

Registration is now open for the following first-half 2019 Lost Art Press classes (do sign up for the waitlists if you don’t immediately make it in): • Staked High Stool with Christopher Schwarz, Jan. 19 & 20 • Anarchist’s Tool … Continue reading →

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The Adventure of Living

Posted on October 11, 2018 by

“Persistence and the courage that goes with persistence are needed, but as the work grows so does the interest. We end by finding ourselves entering upon a new and most illuminating heritage, illuminating because only by the intent, patient work … Continue reading →

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A Journey to Wales, Part 5, Enter the Hexagon

Posted on October 10, 2018 by

I’ve always used octagonal legs on my stick chairs because the geometry makes sense to my modern head. Cut the four-sided leg from a plank. Then plane down the four corners to create an octagon. But when you study old … Continue reading →

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A Journey to Wales, Part 4: Chair 024

Posted on October 9, 2018 by

Though I’ve been happily married for 25 years, I’ve had a number of intense love affairs – the kind that make you want to write bad poetry and buy good lumber. These affairs are, of course, with pieces of furniture … Continue reading →

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