Hi, I'm working on remodeling my house and would like to place several small (thumb or finger size) twigs side by side all around the arches. Does anyone have...
Hi all, just joined this group recently and I am wondering if there are others in British Columbia who belong. I have been interested, for many years, in...
hi all , I'm pretty new to rustic work ...have made a few bits which turned out ok ..I've been collecting wood for a while now and have it stored to dry I've...
Rustic Network News see http://www.rusticfurnituremakers.com/rustic_network_news.htm In this issue Rustic Show March 31st -April 1st Dansbury CT Willow Ranch...
Rustic Network News see http://www.rusticfurnituremakers.com/rustic_network_news.htm In this issue Rustic Show March 31st -April 1st Dansbury CT Willow Ranch...
Hello and welcome Jason, I live up near Smithers so I am quite aways from you. Half of the fun of this craft is finding the material. I have thought the ...
I AM THE NEW MENBER OF THIS WEEK, HELLO EVERYBODY,,,,,I HAVE A EXCELENT HOBBIE, AND IS MAKING STAFT FOR BACIN DECOR, I HOPE TO HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO POST...
Hey Joe Thanks for the advice. I have, since I posted that first blurb, gone twig hunting along the river up near cultus lake and found some decent straight...
For the latest Rustic Network News see http://rusticfurnituremakers.com/rustic_network_news1-24-07.htm If you get this twice you are on more than one of my...
Hello Paul, Not in heaven yet lol. It is hard to find time to sit at the computer most days but I still try to check in the group once in awhile, maybe with...
Thanks Joe Thats good advice I like the idea of the boiled linseed oil and paint thinner. Going to give it a try this spring.thanks agin Paul. --- In...
Hello, Just a quick note to let all know that all messages will have to be approved by a moderator before going to group. If anyone is interested in helping by...
Good going Joe I will be a part time moderator I am on the road a lot but can do what I can to help. We needed more moderators on the twiggroup as well and...
Damn it seems like every five years or so I have to break something. I fell on a ladder on the 24th of Nov and broke my arm. Bad enough to have to have it...
here is a what is in the news letter for this month Our fourth anniversary A lucky break and climbing the ladder of success. Changes being made to Rustic...
Wow, sorry to hear about your arm and the surgery. I was laid up all fall with knee surgery....not fun! Great news on your book contracts, congratulations. Pam...
When just getting started there are some questions you need to ask yourself. 1. Do I want to do this as a hobby or as a profession 2. Do I want to do art or a...
I often am asked where you get sticks. My pat answer is they grow on trees but seriously where do you gather material for making twig/rustic furniture and what...
yes I have made many of them I found out that for the uprights it is better to use more durable wood. I often use elm, sassafras, or cedar the rest I use...
I am able to find willow up to 4 and 5 inch for uprights would that hold it up. I use willow all most this big in my arbors.Would you have a photo of one? Also...
4-5 in dia is fine for a structure. I don't have any pergola pictures handy but I do have gazebo pictures on my website www.bimwillow.com under willow...
Selling wholesale often evolves being on the road. Retail shops on an average carry a product for three years then drop it for a couple years then try bringing...
Spring Rustic News Letter The early spring flowers pop their heads though the cold ground hinting that spring is on its way. Spring is the time of year that...