The American Peasant Substack
Why I hate Commission Work
Chris answers the question of why he doesn’t do commission work anymore as well as the pros and cons of taking commissions. Below the paywall is talk of a new tool that will be sold this year at Handworks.
(Free for everyone)
For Sale: A Squareback Armchair
Re-filming the “Build a Stick Chair Video” means a new chair has been brought into this world and it’s up for sale now. Chris also goes into detail about the design and finish of this chair.
(Free for everyone)
Earlywood: Success Isn’t at the Bookstore or the Museum
Chris decides his work being used in a home is better than being untouched behind glass in a museum. Plus some tips on how to get your work into a museum and your name out in the art world.
Coffee Talk with Megan Fitzpatrick
Anna Fravel sits down with Megan and picks her brain on how she went from Shakespeare to woodworking. Fitz also spills the beans on what it’s really like working with us Meat Bags.
The Anarchist’s Apprentice Substack
The Travis Curtis Experience
I talk about my weekend making a Jennie Chair alongside big scary woodworkers at Greg Pennington’s workshop taught by Travis Curtis.
(Free for everyone)
How to Start a Saw Cut
Ever have trouble with a skittering saw when cutting dovetails? Let Fitz give you tips on how to start a saw cut perfectly every time.
(Free for everyone)
Never Sponsored Substack
Part Wild’s Task Pants
Chris finds a new pair of pants that doesn’t insist upon itself. Explore the fancy belt and pockets with him.
(Free for everyone)
A Chamfer Cutter that Actually Chamfers
The chamfer bits that Chris has used in the past look like child’s play compared to this new bit he discovered.
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