House building in the 18th century required the skills of many tradesmen.  The carpenter hewed and assembled the timber frame, while the house joiner crafted the interior woodwork.  Hand planes were an important part of the joiner’s tool kit, and they often made their own.  Dan will discuss the work of the house joiner and … Read more

Walter will show how he made the Teddy Bruschi football helmet from his actual one. The Patriots let him bring it home for a few days! He will show photos from the beginning to completion.

This month our group will meet at the workshop of Giossi and Kuhn Design, located at 95 Hathaway Street, Providence, 02907.  Matt Giossi and Ron Kuhn exemplify a new generation of highly talented woodworkers specializing in custom furniture and interior work. Both have worked alongside renowned craftsman Hank Gilpin in Lincoln.  From him they learned … Read more

From Asher: I’ll share some background on how I got started and what led me to where I am now. I’ll share images of my work and discuss lessons I’ve learned along the way, my approach to lighting design, the process of designing and prototyping, and how we produce in small batches while also customizing … Read more

When Downes and Reader in Stoughton, MA, was bought out by Rugby Corporation, Jim decided to launch a new business.  Reader’s Hardwoods has grown steadily and now features one of the largest selections of domestic and imported hardwoods in Southeastern New England. Jim will address questions like: How is hardwood lumber sourced? How is it … Read more

It’s time. Bring out all the projects you made (or are making) over the summer. At the August meeting (Aug. 7), we’ll give each show-and-tell presenter up to ten minutes to show and explain what you made, how you made it and with what materials and techniques. If you didn’t make anything over the summer, … Read more

What: The Woodworker’s Guild of Rhode Island is pleased to announce that the Newport, Rhode Island based International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS) has agreed to hold an exclusive tour of their facility for Guild members and their guests. Why: To demonstrate the woodworking art and science of boat building and restoration. How: Free parking is … Read more