I had the opportunity to visit the American Society of Period Furniture Makers event at the Detroit Institute of Arts today. It was a pleasure meeting fellow creeker Mike Holden who was nice enough to give me a hands on lesson. Thanks again Mike! Really appreciate it. You’ve inspired me to dust off the few rounds I have and give them another go. And by the way, I forgot to mention that the spice box you had on display is stunning.

I also had the opportunity to reintroduce myself to Ed Stuckey. Ed lives in Detroit and I had met him years ago and had the opportunity to see some of his work in his home and get a tour of his workshop. His talent/work is second to none. One of the pieces he had on display was this table:

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It’s a good photo, but way more amazing in person. Truly beautiful piece.


Marco Terenzi was also there with a full display of his miniature tools. His wood and metal craftsmanship was amazing. Every last detail exact, and all fully working tools. His miniature #62 took a perfect full and thin shaving.

All in all a very enjoyable event.