I've always hated having a job. I never stuck around with any of them, but now have my own shop and don't have to worry about having a job and since I'm kind of old now I can take afternoon naps whenever I want. I can take my time, charge as much or as little as I want and even make things to give away to folks who have nothing. I've made tables and chairs to just give to total strangers, sell doors to customers and work at my own pace. I couldn't dream up a better way of life if I tried.
Curtis is a neighbor of mine, and I must say he is an incredibly humble and friendly man. Not to mention he makes working to better than +/-.0038 wroth hand tools look easy. I strongly encourage everyone to check out Curtis' videos on RU-vid, they are fabulous. particularly the one on sharpening a froe. He is truely a treasure of our craft.
Ever since I watched my first Curtis Buchanan video I have admired him, his work and his view of life. I became an instant fan. He and his work are a living treasure. Thanks for producing this.
I'm addicted to this channel. Unselfishness, joy, and satisfaction is what i experience just watching and listening to all these great peaple tell their stories. I thank you very much for uploading each video, please keep them coming.
I'm very thankful to you this gives me more motivation even no one believes in me, maybe becouse i'm just 16 bu't i said to my self i will show to them what 16 can do i believe in my self and also doing these makes me feel alive
Love this series on Masters of the Craft. Mr. Buchanan's story reflects the American Dream better than any other I have heard. "To be content" in what we do defines who we are - living the dream!
Thanks Curtis! Every time I here and see you make me want to build a shave horse. I have the hand tools now. I'll find a lathe at some point. Thanks again!
Mr. Buchanan the enjoyment I get from watching your videos is immense. Although I am an avid woodworker (hobbyist) I am not a chair maker. What I like about videos is watching the process of making each part i.e., what tools you use, how you use them, the decisions you make, the problems you solve.
Working with wood is such an honest endeavour. There really is something very visceral about using a chisel or a plane. Thank you so much for sharing. You've made my day. Cheers.
Loved all aspects of your video . A beautiful story . My favorite was when you got your cards made up. I can remember feeling terribly confused . Me ?? Self employed making furniture ?? Had no idea where it was going to go but I was going there !
Sorry but I wasn't finished. Thank you for sharing a good portion of your life with the woodworking community. It's been a real educational contribution and personal inspiration.
I enjoyed you on A Craftsmens Legacy. Just want to thank you for demoing the shaving horse and the cupped adze. Still need to build a horse! To meany project! Hope to see more of your work!
kds01071978 The wood itself appears to be stained red. It is a burl, quite possibly for a white hardwood. My guess would be birch or possibly elm? Maybe even Linden?
Regardless.....These are all, beautiful chairs.....the most beautiful chairs I've ever seen....not being an expert or anything....I stand by my opinions...
Curtis is a neighbor of mine, and I must say he is an incredibly humble and friendly man. Not to mention he makes working to better than +/-.0038 wroth hand tools look easy. I strongly encourage everyone to check out Curtis' videos on RU-vid, they are fabulous. particularly the one on sharpening a froe. He is truely a treasure of our craft.
