I have been working on my rocker lately and I posted a topic here showing my shapely arms that I executed with allot of sweat and patience. I also posted the photo on our Face Book wall, and I received a compliment that made me feel like I had really arrived to a new level.

My teacher and mentor Hal Taylor, the man who taught me how to make these rockers, left me the following message.

"Looking good! The arms look better than mine! Maybe I'll copy you."

He then backed up that statement again saying he was very serious about incorporating my form into his arms on his chairs. Talk about an ego booster!!!

They say that being copied is the greatest form of flattery in the world of arts and crafts. Well this is the first time for me, and I can assure you all, it's true! I am flattered beyond words.

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John Morris
The Patriot Woodworker
Proud Supporter of Wounded Warrior Project and Homes For Our Troops

That's a great compliment from anyone. But, from Hal himself is fantastic.

The arms really are pretty cool. Hal knows talent when he sees it.

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Gene
'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton

Don't rule it out Charles! Things happen buddy!

Charles Nicholls said:

You really did do a great job on the chair John. This is one of those times where I wish I had a full shop and a way to lift heavier wood, so I can make furniture when I want. Great Job!

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Charles Nicholls
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This website is new so it doesn't have much to it yet but you are welcome to take a look

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John Morris
The Patriot Woodworker
Proud Supporter of Wounded Warrior Project and Homes For Our Troops

Your right Gene, any compliment from a fellow woodworker or customer is just great to receive. I love em all, we all need a little ego kick now and then don't we?

Gene Howe said:

That's a great compliment from anyone. But, from Hal himself is fantastic.

The arms really are pretty cool. Hal knows talent when he sees it.

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Gene
'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton

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John Morris
The Patriot Woodworker
Proud Supporter of Wounded Warrior Project and Homes For Our Troops

Kudo's to you John. I knew the chairs were great.

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John Moody
Site Administrator


John Moody Woodworks
http://www.johnmoodywoodworks.com

It ia a beautiful chair, John. You deserve it.

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Lew Kauffman-
Wood Turners Forum Host

Time traveler. Purveyor of the world's finest custom rolling pins!

Shows to attention and diligence pays off. Great Job John. Keep up the good work.

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Wayne Mahler
God bless and protect our troops that serve so we can be free.

Goes to show you learned well, when the teacher wants to use the students methods.

 

Larry

Guys thank you so much. Your right Larry, it's a direct reflection on the teacher. Thanks Lew, John and Wayne.

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John Morris
The Patriot Woodworker
Proud Supporter of Wounded Warrior Project and Homes For Our Troops

Sweet~!!

Thanks Cliff!

Cliff said:

Sweet~!!

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John Morris
The Patriot Woodworker
Proud Supporter of Wounded Warrior Project and Homes For Our Troops