Instructables.com Releases Printed Book “Extraordinary Projects for Ordinary People”

Instructables book cover

A few years ago when I was just beginning to express my imagination through carving eggshells, Instructables.com and the Forbes Art Gallery sponsored a contest in celebration of Malcolm Forbes’ interest in the creations of the House of Fabergé. The contest was held and displayed on the Instructables.com website and the top 5 winners would be [...]

HAPPY 2013

Wuertz Gourd Farm New Crop Covered 2012

This year has been marked by some significant events. A number of first place and best of show awards in numerous contests. I began my path learning the art of jewelry making and metal smithing. The loss of a number of friends called back to meet our maker. I made the rather daunting move from [...]

Merry Christmas To All!!

DSC_9034

A time for pondering the gifts we have in life. Regardless of your personal beliefs take a moment to search your heart for all the joys in your life. There are many. Our lives often bring struggles, but these are overcome with the power of friends and family. Give of your heart. Give sincere gratitude [...]

Charity Efforts move Forward

Razertip Dust Collector

My gratitude goes out to those who have contribute thus far. We are still a long way from where we need to be. The tickets for the raffle continue to increase so I hope we will make it to our goal. Just so you know what it is we are trying to do, here are [...]

Volunteering Opportunity

photo provided by Trish Michie

In November I will be volunteering to help the children of Every Child Counts learn carving skills. As quoted from their mission statement they “provide an alternative education for children with learning, developmental or physical disabilities (regardless of financial, family or social restraints) to maximize each child’s ability to become a productive, successful and independent [...]