Due to disturbances there have been several things that we’ve worked on and mentioned that were left half done. Now that we’re settled in to our new workshop we’re both feeling reinvigorated and very much excited about picking things back up, finishing them off, and starting anew. Here’s an update on what’s being worked upon and what’s around the corner.
The Bench Video – This is Richard’s endlessly long 12′ English workbench. The build was started earlier this year and we took the time to film every stage so that it could be made in to our first premium video. At present we have many hours of footage waiting patiently on a hard drive, and I’m slowly but surely editing my way through.
This won’t be available until next year, however if you like workbenches and building by hand it will be well worth the wait.
The Website – I began working on a redesign of the blog last year to give it a facelift. I became distracted by the purchase of some barns and our ideas changed along the way. A fresh redesign is almost complete and we’ve aimed at keeping things pretty but straight forward, with some important improvements for viewing on small mobile screens, and some expansion room for adding extras down the line.
The Workbenches – Our bread and butter, the workbenches have had a big upheaval due to our move but are seemingly happy in their new home. The designs have been re-tweaked over the years until we felt that they were just right, but we’ve considered streamlining the range slightly since our move, and shall provide more details as soon as any decisions are made.
The Beginner – My journey of getting started in woodwork has been continuing and I’ve been loving it. I’ve restored a handful of tools so far, and with good guidance I’ve been able to get them working wonderfully. So good in fact, that when I can’t find them I know they’re on Richard’s bench or in his hand – so much for having my own personal set of tools.
I’ll resume shortly with some details of how I’m getting on.
The Book – Apparently we’re writing a book… or at least I hope the rumors are true because we’re pounding on with it. This one really is exciting!
That looks good! Nice to see you have space behind you, nothing worse than banging your elbows on the wall.
I have quite a choice for bench at the moment and all with plenty of space although I do have to shift all of Richard’s stuff out of the way first.
Great news looking forward to it all. Good job guys 😉
Thanks Ken.
Welcome back, you two. You were missed. Now that you’re back, let the fun begin!
Thanks Lynn, it’s good to be back and looking ahead.
Sounds like you’re have fun. Looking forward to reading more about it all.
I’m jazzed. Would love to have some of your guys’ energy.
Superb, I had been hoping there would be a book at some point, I for one will buy any books, and DVD’s you make.
Thanks Nick that’s very reassuring! Btw you have some lovely pieces on your website 🙂
a great read here , finding out what is what with everything, but really im sure many would really like to know what happened and why you had to go for awhile, i know i sure would, but if its to private to share then understood…but if not…i sure would like to know…please.
This is truly great news. Very excited for all the stuff you two are doing.
Fantastic to see you back though I think you should concentrate on publishind a calendar.
Welcome back! I’ve missed your blogging.
When will we see new videos ?
Four Months ago you had a video saying you’re back.
I hope it won’t be another 4 months from this post.
I am super stressed in my life right now and “The English Woodworker” videos were my FAVORITES.
So glad you folks are “back” you had us worried.Happy you seem content. Just wanted to say you and Richard are great communicators and Richard is a talented natural teacher. Thanks for all you do.
Bill on Vancouver Islandv
Well done for getting your heads back above water – I gather that in the words of the famous oriental curse you’ve been ‘living in interesting times’! Good to have you back and looking forward to more news and videos!
Sounds like you guys are really livin the life,can’t wait for what’s next good luck…keep it up.