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Avoiding Glue Bleed-through

Rough Cut - Woodworking with Tommy Mac invites viewers into the workshop of Boston native and fine furniture maker Thomas J. MacDonald, a graduate of the famed Boston-based North Bennet Street School. The show follows Tommy as he travels to historical American landmarks to gain design inspiration, then returns to his workshop to demonstrate the steps and techniques it takes to create comprehensive woodworking projects.

In these short clips Tommy shares his skills, best practices, tips and techniques giving the opportunity for anyone with an interest in woodworking, novice to advanced, to learn and excel at the craft.

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On this episode of Rough Cut Woodworking with Tommy Mac, host Tommy MacDonald brings you closer than ever into his home! In the shop, Tommy works with friend Al D’Attanasio to build a china cabinet perfect for any home. Then together the dynamic duo installs the massive piece into Tommy’s house.

Episode 513: China Cabinet

A woodworker can’t help but be influenced by the great Frank Lloyd Wright and today on Rough Cut Woodworking with Tommy Mac, Tommy will embark on his second Frank Lloyd Wright style project: the Light Pendant. It’s a light fixture that brings together wood and mechanics and is a statement piece that shows off the style of the famous architect.

Episode 512: Frank Lloyd Wright Light Pendants

This week on Rough Cut Woodworking with Tommy Mac, host Tommy MacDonald explores the beauty in woodworking. First, he visits the Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago, which is not only a testament to God but also to woodworking. Then back in the shop, he reinvents that beauty in a Queen Anne table, a classic with smooth, curved legs.

Episode 511: Queen Anne Table

A classic is a classic for a reason. On this episode of Rough Cut Woodworking with Tommy Mac, host Tommy MacDonald goes back to Shaker Village to learn about another Shaker, old-time staple, the Shaker Style Clock. We’ll see a variety of styles down at the village, and learn what materials go best with which and then use that in the shop to make a classic of his own with friend and fellow woodworker Al D’Attanasio.

RC510 Shaker Style Clock

Contrary to what it sounds like, a linen press doesn’t press your linens, it holds them. On this episode of Rough Cut Woodworking with Tommy Mac, host Tommy MacDonald shows viewers how to design and build their own linen press, starting with the frame and drawers. One special feature of this fabulous piece of furniture, the feet, which have a molding and frame all their own.

Avoiding Glue Bleed-through

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