4 minutes ago, hatuffej said:

Hello everybody

Wow, many thanks for all the compliments! 

I've always been a little shy about showing my work but I'll start sharing more. For Lissa, Ma, Artie, and anyone else starting out, we all started WWing at the beginning and progressed from there. It soothes my soul. I'm working up to doing string inlays (lacing) and tumbling cubes. You just have to want to do it, believe in yourself, and do the work necessary to learn how. Mistakes are merely lessons. I have learned nearly everything from great people like you on this fabulous forum and the old Wood forum, plus a few magazines. Work safely and push your boundaries. All of you can do the same kind of work.

hat  

Methinks someone is too modest. 

10 minutes ago, hatuffej said:

but I'll start sharing more.

Hope so...if not, we'll dog you until you say uncle.

4 hours ago, Grandpadave52 said:

Not in the least. 

WOW Hat, ya' been holding out on us for sure....All are exquisite, but you are absolutely correct your "pride & joy" should be the dining table set. It is spectacular! Love the leaf inlays.

As others have already mentioned the butterfly within the butterfly is a work of art within itself. Overall your mix of wood specifies and contrast it phenomenal.

THANKS for sharing...keep 'em coming.

Thanks Grandpa. I forgot to add the table leaf insert has matching leaf inlays giving 2 leaf circles when in place. My daughters haggle over who gets the set when I check out. 

hat 

35 minutes ago, hatuffej said:

Thanks Grandpa. I forgot to add the table leaf insert has matching leaf inlays giving 2 leaf circles when in place. My daughters haggle over who gets the set when I check out. 

hat 

Does this mean there may be a second table in the near future? Just speculating here.

3 hours ago, Artie said:

Methinks someone is too modest. 

exactly..

That is some great & beautiful projects Hat.  I do hope you will be sharing more with us - pics, tips & techniques!

And I would love to see the table with the leaf in place - just sayin'...

Hat, we're all very glad you overcame your shyness. And, even gladder  that you chose TPW to show your outstanding work. It's guys like you that provide inspiration for hacks like me. Thanks so much.