Tag Archives: Woodworking

Plyboo Makes a Case for Bamboo at Your Workbench

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Ben Hardy

In Episode 08 of Rough Cut, Tommy heads west to San Francisco for a quick tour of Smith & Fong, makers of Plyboo, a sustainably manufactured bamboo plywood. After the tour, Tommy heads back to the shop and uses bamboo … Continue reading →

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Rough Cut Resolutions

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Ben Hardy

Is your New Year’s Resolution to finally outfit your shop with the proper woodworking gear? Tommy and Eli have teamed up to show you the way. Check out the video below, first posted in Frank Byers’ blog over on the … Continue reading →

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Reflections on a Dressing Mirror

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Ben Hardy

Season Two of Rough Cut – Woodworking with Tommy Mac is HERE! In the opening episode, Tommy takes on a Green and Greene-inspired Dressing Mirror, a project that involves finger joints, cloud lifts and detailed drawer construction. To get a … Continue reading →

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West Coast Road Trips, New Projects to Feature in Rough Cut Season Two

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Ben Hardy

Season Two of Rough Cut – Woodworking with Tommy Mac is nearly upon us! The first episode will premier Saturday, October 1, 2011 (check the website station finder or your local listings). With an Emmy Nomination for Best Director and … Continue reading →

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Catch Tommy and Other Woodworking Stars at Woodcraft Show

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Ben Hardy

The Woodcraft National Sales Conference & Vendor Trade Show is underway in Nashville, Tennessee. Today is the first official day of the show, which will run through tomorrow. A bunch of big names will be at the Woodcraft show, including … Continue reading →

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