How to Achieve the Weathered Wood Look
Distressed wood has become an extremely popular trend in residential and commercial interior design. The character and charm that imperfect, weathered wood adds to interiors is simply unrivaled. Take this restaurant entrance design by Jaye Lee Interiors for example. New wood simply cannot replicate this effect… or can it? You can in fact achieve...
March Workshops, Classes & Clinics at Kansas City Woodworkers' Guild
Every month is another opportunity to fine tune your woodworking skills or acquire a new one at the Kansas City Woodworker’s Guild. Here are few of this month’s great workshops, classes and clinics being held at the KCWG woodshop located at 3189 Mercier in Kansas City. March 17 (8am...
Time to Plan Gardens, Landscapes & Outdoor Living Spaces in Time for Spring
Cabin fever got you down? Change your mood by envisioning your spring garden or landscape. There are plenty of ways you can begin to prepare for the warm weather with improvements to your garden and outdoor living spaces. We came across two recent articles in Kansas City Homes &...
Children & Woodworking: Creating a Lifelong Passion
The fine art of handcraftsmanship in many cases is being lost these days and people are no longer taking pride in being able to say, “I made this.” Introducing children to the art of woodworking not only gives them that sense of pride in something they have accomplished on...
KCWG Builds 22 Portable Libraries for Two Joplin Schools
Teaming up with Reading Reptile, the Kansas City Public Library and Hallmark Cards, members of the Kansas City Woodworkers’ Guild worked for months building 22 portable libraries for two elementary schools in Joplin, Kansas. Built on wheels and standing 42 inches tall, the mini libraries were designed in the...
KCWG's Ornament Scroll Saw Workshop Nov 19th
Get in the Christmas spirit and learn to create your own ornaments at the Kansas City Woodworker’s Guild Workshop on Saturday, November 19th. Fine tune your scroll saw skills or pick up a few new ones while making ornaments that can make meaningful gifts for friends and family members...
What's Really in Wood Dust?
It’s just dust right? Wrong! Wood dust is an important part of woodworking safety that often gets swept under the rug. The October 2011 Newsletter of the Kansas City Woodworkers Guild (KCWG) has great info on why woodworkers should pay attention to this microscopic by-product. Wood dust can irritate skin,...
Turn Hardwood Floors Upside Down for Stunning Ceilings
Give hardwood a whole new perspective in your home with ceiling detail that will add texture, warmth and visual interest to any interior space. If you’re looking for an unconventional way to use wood floors and wood paneling to enhance your home, consider an eye-catching wood ceiling. Take a look at...
Terms Every Woodworker Should Know
Learn the lingo with these woodworking terms that every craftsman should know. Allen Head – A type of screw head commonly used on machinery with a hexagon-shaped key. Chamfer – To create an edge on a board by cutting the top corner at a 45° angle. Janka Test – Usually used...
Choosing the Right Marking Tools for Woodworking
The accuracy of your project is determined by the precision of your layout work. There are many options out there for marking tools, and many woodworkers have different opinions. We consulted a reliable source for the real scoop on how to make your mark. Popular Woodworking Magazine writer Robert W....