I get updates from people who play the guitars I build. Sometimes I reference them here, on the Appreciation page. It’s rewarding when players do that. Sometimes they send me pics of OUR babies… Yes, I build ’em and they … Continue reading
Category Archives: workshop
A visit from another Steve
Steve Oliver has commissioned a guitar to be built. Actually I’m right in the middle of constructing it. He came to my workshop to visit and check the progress. Thanks for visiting, Mr Oliver. It’s a pleasure to share conversation … Continue reading
Preview of future attraction. Spruce and Amboyna burl.
Here’s a top, a very fine Euro spruce, joined and with rosette inlaid. Amboyna burl background….
New Guitar – Hello, Goodbye
About as soon as they are born, they leave. The conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn happened in December 2020. The guitar “Conjunction” is a blend. A combination of many elements. Jazz, Flamenco, Classical. Also, a team effort with the customer. … Continue reading
Batuque… more pictures from before restoration
The loose back braces were the biggest issue and needed to be fixed. Some of the cosmetic issues were really not critical. Although the broken bindings were. Because of the damage to the bindings, I decided to replace them, and … Continue reading
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Batuque from 2003
Here is a guitar with a history. It’s been through some emotional and physical trials. It’s nice to have it here in Blaine to be fixed up. Built in 2003, in Bellingham. Brazilian rosewood that I got in the early … Continue reading
Three Cut-aways – Tops
Two cedar, one spruce. All three tops will be what I call “channel top” construction.
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Bridge weight
Here is what happens to a bridge when it gets shaped prior to being attached to a guitar. It loses weight.