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Thanks everyone! I think it was a little over my skill level. I really like the way it came out. It was a going away present for someone that I work with and they really liked it. --ekmouse
Audry Hepburn - Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'!
Thanks, again, everyone! Ya'all crack me up. Yup, we are our own worst critics! I know I can be an extreme perfectionist sometimes. My family would tell you that sometimes is most of the time. ;-). But, you all have given me a new perspective on my unexpected alterations, happy accidents, and custom deviations. Thank you!
Audry Hepburn - Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'!
I couldn't resist (too long since any new toys) and ordered a blacklight flashlight from Amazon--same price as Harbor Freight. Should be here Tuesday--can't wait to see all the glue spots I've missed.
The first picture is Wenge, pronounced WHEN-ghay or WHEN-Gii. It is a very hard wood. It’s splintery and very hard to cut. When finished, it is almost black. I use it when I need a black wood for Intarsia. I do not know anything about the other wood.
I have a new neighbor who did a lot of woodworking in the past but had to give it up because of allergies. He sold his shop equipment and wood stockpile when he moved here, however he kept a few pieces of fancy wood and showed them to me. The first one (First Photo) he had no idea what it was. It is...
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