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• January Guild Meeting (1st Saturday) Michael Wheeler on History and Construction of Banding and Paterae

  • When
    January 04, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts, 24 Eliot St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

  Please note that this event is on the FIRST Saturday of the month

  Location: The Eliot School 24 Eliot St, Jamaica Plain MA 02130

  Zoom link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86891617011?pwd=I5kqRNXWxvRrCpAmPboqf2pfpNoSqn.1

  Boston Banding, Paterae & Overlays-- a presentation by Michael Wheeler

  In the Federal Period (1790-1820) Boston was a major Port and a beehive of skilled immigrants from Europe. Wealthy merchants expanded trade to the West Indies,China and Australia. As part of this trade they imported rare and expensive woods. Mechanical inventions and the harnessing of waterpower made sawing these imported woods into thin veneers possible. The continuing war with England and a blockade made imports, furniture ornamentation and hardware, non-existing so specialists filled the need. They were experimenting with new ideas that made their furniture stand out from other craftsmen. New and highly skilled specialists, known as banding makers, paterae makers and overlay makers were able to dye, sand shade, brand and saw those veneers into decorative geometric strips, pictorial flowers & shell pateraes and decorative overlays then inlaying them on furniture in the neoclassical style. Political designs of highly charged symbols, such as eagles, flags, Lady Liberty, Freemasons and brightly colored veneers added to the decorative schemes celebrating a new republic and the turn of the 18th century. The brightly colored veneers were lost to time, fading back to natural colors because of the use of non-colorfast dyes.

      

    

  Allow extra time for parking, and consider carpooling. 

  The Eliot School is in a neighborhood with limited on street parking.

  1.There are a few on-street parking spaces on Eliot st.

  2. at the end of Eliot St, turn R at the statue, then another quick R. more spaces here behind the school. There is a cut in the fence and a sand path through the school yard towards the front door.

  3. A bit further away is Municipal lot #6 on Burroughs St.

  Please remember to bring your name tag, a folding chair, and $2 for coffee if you wish to partake. 

  As we often do, we'll try to organize a lunch outing for those who have time to stick around at noon. All are welcome.

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• February Guild Meeting - Jim Russell on Hide Glue

  • When
    February 08, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Needham Furniture Makers (590 Hillside Ave, Needham, MA 02494) and virtual on Zoom

  Jim Russell is a long-time very active Guild member, mentor and teacher. He has a passion for period furniture and for learning about and then using hand tool methods from the past. He has also converted a number of us to be hide glue users. 

  Address: 590 Hillside Ave, Needham, MA 02494

  Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82257824866?pwd=7G9OOn9FbyW2un5t9173dbALo28xFc.1

  The following is Jim's description of our February meeting:

  Join us for an informative presentation and demonstration on the use of hot and liquid hide glue in the modern workshop. We will be exploring the rich history and evolving applications of these traditional adhesives, offering insights into why they remain a favored choice for many woodworkers today.

  You will learn about the unique properties that make hide glue a superior adhesive, including its natural reversibility, strong bonding capabilities, and the ability to create nearly invisible joints.

  The session will cover the practical aspects of working with both hot and liquid hide glue. Jim will demonstrate techniques such as hammer veneering, rub joints, and using hide glue as a grain filler, displaying how to achieve optimal results in various woodworking projects. You will get to see how hide glue offers a blend of tradition and innovation that is perfect for both restoration and new creations and show you the simple things you need to set up your shop for using hot hide glue and making your own liquid hide glue.

  Jim will discuss using liquid hide glue as an alternative to PVA glue and how it can be seamlessly integrated into your woodworking practices.

  Whether you are a seasoned woodworker or just starting out, this presentation is designed to equip you with valuable knowledge and skills that can be applied in your own workshop.

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  Parking is limited at this venue, so consider carpooling. 

  Coffee drinkers, please bring $2 if you want to partake. 

  Please bring a folding chair. For those with the time and appetite, a lunch group will venture out following the meeting to a local restaurant in the area.

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• March Guild meeting: Paul Cavalloro on CNC

  • When
    March 08, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Walpole Woodcraft

  Paul Cavalloro is an expert in CNC routing, particularly the Next Wave Shark, Axiom and Shaper Origin models.

  This presentation will focus on the essential CNC processes and knowledge needed to help EMGW members interested in acquiring a CNC machine or learning to use the one they have more effectively. Participants will learn the basics regarding the CAD/CAM software that drives the CNC routing machines as well as the general operation of a CNC router. The session includes a demonstration of the popular VCarve Pro CAD/CAM.

  Zoom link for remote viewing: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84007238593?pwd=lxFrCSgm1DFhVsmwkdcagEfKbcam57.1

  

  Our hosts at Woodcraft ask that we not enter the store until the usual 9:00 AM starting time. 

  As usual, please bring $2 if you want coffee.

  We'll hope to head to a nearby restaurant for lunch after the meeting for anyone interested and available. 

  
  

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• April Guild meeting: Mickey Callahan on Kerf Bending and Making Tambours

  • When
    April 12, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Walpole Woodcraft 3 Walpole Park S, Walpole, MA 02081

  We are pleased to have Mickey Callahan as our presenter for the April meeting. Many of you know Mickey from previous presentations and as the "Artist in Residence" at the Woodcraft store in Walpole. 

  Store address: 3 Walpole Park S, Walpole, MA 02081

  Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89948857881?pwd=gIbwdfHpy1NAavW927d3vYhJzakl6j.1

  Our hosts at Woodcraft ask that we not enter the store until the usual 9:00 AM starting time. 

  As usual, please bring $2 if you want coffee.

  We'll hope to head to a nearby restaurant for lunch after the meeting for anyone interested and available. 

  
  

  Mickey will be discussing kerf bending and making tambours. Both these methods are used in the construction of curved surfaces and have the similarity of lots of narrow strips attached to a flexible surface.

  Mickey's official bio:

  Mickey has more than 25 years of experience as a designer and maker of museum-quality, custom period and contemporary furniture. His work has also included the making of custom architectural elements and furniture repair and restoration. He is a graduate of the furniture making program at the prestigious North Bennet Street School in Boston, MA. Mickey has been a teacher of furniture making at the North Bennet Street School along with the Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking in Manchester, CT. He has also taught at various Woodcraft stores and for woodworking groups around the country. He has written articles for Fine Woodworking magazine and his work has been featured In FWW, American Woodworker, Woodwork and Woodshop News. In addition, Mickey is the co-founder and past president of the Society of American Period Furniture Makers (www.sapfm.org) and currently serves on its Executive Council.

  

  
  

  
  

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