Comments for Philadelphia Furniture Workshop Furniture Making Blog

Comment on Thinking big, building small. by lesley

lesley — Mon, 07 May 2012 01:35:16 +0000

Great post! I love this project, it’s such a fun build!

Comment on In the old days. . . . by Clarke

Clarke — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 21:23:23 +0000

Decks’s Hardware in Ambler is similar to Killian’s.

Comment on Last meeting of Sheraton Mirror Master Class by Frank Vucolo

Frank Vucolo — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 02:04:08 +0000

Looking glass aside, that’s one good looking class!

It was a blast. Thanks for another great project and a wonderful learning experience.

Frank

Comment on In the old days. . . . by Mario

Mario — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 16:30:10 +0000

Lesley,
The Philadelphia hardware store is Killian’s on Germantown Ave. I recently came across another store in Collingswood, NJ on Haddon Ave.

Comment on Last meeting of Sheraton Mirror Master Class by Mario

Mario — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 16:28:17 +0000

Hi Lesley,
Yes, everyone did a fine job. Working at her typical whirlwind speed, Doreen managed to surprise us again. Don’t worry about the Jefferson Lap Desk. Alan and I both think you’re ready for that class and will do just fine.

Comment on In the old days. . . . by Lesley

Lesley — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:50:06 +0000

Love this post! There were two small hardwares stores in Brooklyn that I went to when I needed something, or when I just felt like perusing. One was in the heart of Williamsburg, 10th and Bedford. The guys there were always willing to help and super friendly! The hardware store that was closer to my apt in polish Greenpoint area, the men didn’t speak a word of English so we would use an online translator for “nails” or whatever else we needed. What is the hardware store in Philadelphia that you mentioned?

Comment on Last meeting of Sheraton Mirror Master Class by Lesley

Lesley — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:32:26 +0000

Wow everyone did such an awesome job! I can’t wait to take the lap desk class, even as hugely intimidating it seems.

How did Doreen manage to finish two mirrors?!

Comment on Thomas Jefferson: Statesman, gentleman farmer, inventor, & commuter. by Mario

Mario — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:54:04 +0000

Hi Brian,
Yes, of course. The desk, although small, is enchanting. Once you see it, open the writing panels, unlock the drawer, you’ll want to build one. I look forward to giving you “the tour”. See you on Saturday. Mario

Comment on Thomas Jefferson: Statesman, gentleman farmer, inventor, & commuter. by Mario

Mario — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 18:43:00 +0000

Hi Rick,
That’s what I’ve tried to do. I’ve already made several small changes that not only improve the construction, but make using the desk easier- without changing the it’s appearance. Subsequent blog postings will reveal more construction details.
Please stop by to see the desk next time you’re in Phila. Mario

Comment on Thomas Jefferson: Statesman, gentleman farmer, inventor, & commuter. by RIck Hermann

RIck Hermann — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:15:32 +0000

I think this project relates to peoples’ association with Jefferson as being the father of all things innovative and practical – similar to Ben Franklin. As a result, I think folks are willing to overlook the execution part of building this innovative desk IDEA. The best of both worlds? Build Jefferson’s IDEA with better construction execution.