Shop Notes & Rambles

Welcome to the quieter corner of the shop — the place where sawdust settles, thoughts wander, and stories take shape. These rambles capture the rhythm of the work, the lessons learned, and the craft that holds it all together.

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Cherry

Cherry comes from the Black Cherry tree — a fast‑growing pioneer species with tannin‑rich heartwood, pale sapwood, and a history written in its growth rings. This Ramble explores why cherry blotches, how it ages, and why its warm whiskey colour keeps it one of the most loved hardwoods in the shop.

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