pool table medallions
Two replacement medallions for a pool table restoration project. The one on the left is one of the original (undamaged) medallions. The replacements are center and left. Mahogany.
View Articlemargolis chair back
This is actually a vertical component. The original is in front, the replacement part in back. Mahogany.
View Articlefluted bed posts
The one in front is the original, damaged bed post (clawed). The two in the middle were fluted to match. The last one was a test sample done in poplar. Jim Kephart did the turning. Mahogany
View Articleclaw foot repair
Part of the claw foot split off and had to be replace. New wood was applied and carved to match. Mahogany.
View ArticleFurniture Cabinet Finials
Someone, perhaps a mover didn't realize that the top crown molding detail with 7 (one large and 6 small) finials was a separate piece and managed to break off all the finials. The large finial was...
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Water Water
On my way into work this morning, I followed an unusually fitted-out truck and trailor combo. I didn't get a photo (I was driving), but the impression it made will stay with me for a while, at least....
View ArticleCarving Finials
There haven't been a lot of restoration carving projects lately, which is good since I've been pretty busy, but sad because they are a nice change of pace. This last project, though the parts are...
View ArticleBig, Fat Acorns
These are new parts made from reclaimed oak being used on a timberframe construction. Jim turned the acorns and I added the cross-hatching. The parts are approx. 9 inches in diameter. There's a video,...
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Greater Hartford Women's Conference
This past March 28th marked the tenth annual Greater Hartford Women's Conference and I am happy to say that it was another successful conference. The theme this year was Energy and it was an energizing...
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