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Great looking cabinets. I’ve been veneering for 30 years, Vacuum veneering for 5, but have never tried to do curved veneering or columns.

I might have to give them a try some day.

-- Karson Southern Delaware karson_morrison@bigfoot.com †

Wow, what great looking work. You must of had unlimited funds, for the woods, granite and time it took to bend all that material. Just beautiful. I’ll bet the owners were pleased. Jodckmike

-- Mike. Profisher50@yahoo.com

Another masterpiece? Thanks of sharing! About how many hours do you think you had in this job?

-- http://rjoneswoodworks.com/

Amazing!

-- Bob, Carver Massachusetts, Sawdust Maker http://www.capecodbaychallenge.org

I can see now that the desk was indeed a perfect match for the rest of the office. Amazing work!

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

One word – WOW!

I’d love to see the setup you used to veneer the doors. I’ve had some ideas for smaller-scale curved veneers, but the technical problems had me stymied.

-- Robert from Raymond, MS. "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence is therefore not a practice, but a habit." - Aristotle

truly impressive!

-- ~ www.darrylmasterson.com ~ www.woodworkingdungeon.blogspot.com ~

Hi Karson,

There is a series of videos on the market, produced by David Keil, owner of Vacusystems Inc., which are excellent in their production and information. He does cover veneering curves and columns.

Well worth the price.

Thanks for the kind words.

Lee

-- by Lee A. Jesberger http://www.prowoodworkingtips.com http://www.ezee-feed.com

Hi Mike;

Once again I thank you. No there weren’t inlimited funds for me, just for the client. LOL

What really pleased the owners was the fact that four different phone / cable guys refused to drill any holes in the cabinet work! They insisted they wouldn’t even go near them with tools. We ended up going back to do it.

That’s when the owner realized it must be something speciall!

Question: what’s the pro fisher 50 stand for?

Lee

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Hi Bob;

Once again I thank you for the kind words.

Lee

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Hello again Charlie;

Thanks, it did make the room complete, for sure.

Lee

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What a great desk set. Now that is an office to work in!

-- Bill, Turlock California, http://www.brookswoodworks.com

Hi Gravedigger;

Thanks for the kind words.

I’ll check thru my photo’s and see if I can find something. I have thousands of pictures, in several computers, and some nut didn’t index them very well. (me).

So it might take me a little while.

Lee

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Hi Darryl;

Thank You!

Lee

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Hi Bill;

Thank you, I appreciate it.

I checked out your projects, and I must say you do fine work!

Lee

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Lee, I must say another project to be proud of! Did you build the whole unit up as a box unit or custom some of it on site? Where did you get large enough veneers for the doors and columns? Thanks for sharing.

-- " All Things At First Appear Difficult"

I am completely and utterly speechless. What an awesome project.

-- Making sawdust is what I do best

yah.
speechless

-- "Functional WoodArt" by Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

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-- Dorje (pronounced "door-jay"), Seattle, WA

That was my symbol for speechless…I’m with the others here

-- Dorje (pronounced "door-jay"), Seattle, WA

Well put, Dorje – my reaction exactly.

-- CanuckDon "I just love small wooden boxes!" http://www.canterburybaptist.org/

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-- Matt, Napa, CA...119 days to sanity...

amazing…

-- Matt, Napa, CA...119 days to sanity...

There’s me (a wannabe), and then there’s you – a craftsman. I look at that project in awe. This type of project is exactly why I love woodworking – there’s always another level to aspire to. Thank you my fellow lumberjock for inspiring the rest of us (well, I can only speak for myself, but judging from the comments, you’re inspiring a lot of us!!)

-- John Nixon - Buffalo, NY - www.EagleLakeWoodworking.com

Hi Roger,

All of it was shop built, much like kitchen cabinets. The arch and trim pieces for it were done using site made templates. My partner in the ezee-feed business, and employee in the cabinet business drew it out in Auto cad, and actually built most of it. A very talented guy, whom I’ve learned alot from over the years. Also my best friend.

In fact, the reason he is a partner in the ezee-feed business is he OFFERED to cut his pay in half to help me survive the costs involved in getting that business going. I felt it entitled him to a percentage of that business.

The veneer was purchased from Certainly Woods in New York. They have treated us very well. In fact, when they get something spectacular, they send us a sample. As I mentioned, I’m a sucker for beautiful veneers, and have a tendency to buy it just because. My storage space between the skylights in the shop must have over a hundred thousand dollars worth of veneers! Part of why I’m still poor.

The veneer on the doors is joined as the pieces weren’t wide enough. They were tall enough though.

Thanks for the kind words.

Lee

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Wow Guys,

Your comments are really appreciated!

I really enjoy being able to talk about this passion, but normally it’s to people who have no clue as to what I’m talking about. Or interest for that matter.

I know all of you share this passion, and I am quite speechless regarding the family atmosphere you all share.

I’m honored to become part of it.

Thank You All,

Lee

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Hi John;

I just looked at you projects, and you are either under estimating youself, or over estimating me.
I’m quite sure you can handle these same projects, given the chance.

I suspect most of the people posting these comments are also capable of creating these projects, given the opportunity.

Like many of you, I have no training in this. Just what I learned through reading and attempting. And a very strong desire to achieve perfection, knowing at best, I can only get close. That comes from having a father who was a perfectionest, and was quite willing to beat that into me. Verbally, fortunately.

I do appreciate the comments very much.

Lee

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Hello Dorje,

I’m trying to thank everyone for their kind words, and also check out their projects.

You work is also very nicely executed. I would like to do a wall hung tool cabinet like that, but I seem to have run out of walls!

Thanks again;

Lee

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Hi Don,

Thank you once again.

Lee

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MsDebbieP and Matt;

Once again, thank you!

Lee

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I agree…WOW!

-- Jesus is Lord!

Thanks Os,

Lee

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Lee,

Your work is amazing! Thank you, also, for taking the time to detail your construction processes. So, how many hours do you have to put into a project like that? It would take me a year at least! ...though I doubt my execution would be on quite the same level.

Hi Muzhik;

I visited your projects last night and was thinking the same thing about your work.

It took about a month I believe, with to guys full time and myself part time. Maybe it ws six weeks, I don’t recall exactly.

Lee

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I sure enjoy viewing your outstanding work, You’re a talented, & awful busy guy.

-- -** You are never to old to set another goal or to dream a new dream ****************** Dick, & Barb Cain, Hibbing, MN. http://www.woodcarvingillustrated.com/gallery/member.php?uid=3627&protype=1

Thank you Dick,

How did you pick up on the awful part so quickly? I’ve been on my best behavior!

Lee

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Lee, that’s an absotively posilutely gorgeous piece of work. And here I am just tickled to have gotten a pair of Jakes chairs under my belt! I’ve been staying semi-busy with the pens I make … but I am pushing myself to add to my skills with each new project.

Thanks for setting the hurdle high. There’s a fellow who sometimes posts on ‘the wreck’, Tom Watson (IIRC) who does similar work—and has for years. It appears that you may be on his level. That’s beautiful work.

-- http://nmwoodworks.com (pens & bowls, mostly)

Hi Bill in Detroit;

I believe you may have gone to the same school as I did. That is, until I got drian bramage.

Jee’ze, don’t tell me someone else knows how to do this stuff. Now everybody is going to know!

I checked out you chairs. Beautiful. The colonial hues would be a geat choice of color.

Is the wreck another forum? I’ve never heard of it before.

Thank You;

Lee

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Lee,
I browsed through the LJ site and stumbled onto your work. I can’t help but comment on your care and attention to every aspect of the project, design, woods, details, etc. I viewed every one of your projects and your talent is abundantly evident. When I see a master, I know it. Your work is masterful. Keep chargin! Max

-- Max the janitor at www.hardwoodskeletonclocks.com

Charles;

After having viewed your work, I most certainly appreciate the kind words. I am very impressed by the projects you have posted.

I suspect you demand the same level of workmanship from yourself as many of the lumberjocks do, myself included.

Thank you very much;

Lee

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You do great work Lee. I am glad this came out of the archives so I could see it.

-- Maplewood, MN

this is a perfect example why its so much fun to look at peoples project pages . im glad this came around amazing work lee

Hi Guys;

Thank you for the kind comments.

Lee

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Lee, great looking job. How heavy were those big curved doors and what hinges did you use?

-- ~ Inspiring those who inspire me ~

Simply awesome, Lee! Smokin’ job!

I love the finish and can only imagine the chatoyance and depth! Thanks for sharing.

-- - Real men read directions

Hi Keith;

I believe they’re in the range of about 35 pounds.

We used Blum hinges, I think five per door. I should keep notes huh!

Thank you for the kind words.

Lee

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Hello Barry;

I appreciate the very kind comments. This was a fun project

The desk we made for the room was even more fun to me.

Lee

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Lee, You are a Master Craftsman… Not only do you do beautiful work you are also kind enough to share it with us… Thanks for taking time with me in your shop. Your training and insight will be extremely valuable to me as I start my journey into veneer. Thanks again for your time.. Joe

-- Joe Massanova, Somerdale, NJ

Hi Joe;

Thank you!

Let me know when you want to get together to continue where we left off.

Lee

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First class Lee, very original.

-- Grumpy - "Always look on the bright side of life"- Monty Python

Hi my Grumpy friend!

Thank you, Thank you very much.

That’s my Elvis impression.

Lee

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WOW… the quilted makore is awesome… really great job on this…

-- As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. (Proverbs 27:17)

Hi Steve;

I agree that veneer is incredible. We sold a lot of projects using it.

Thank you for the compliment on our work.

Lee

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The veneer is incredible and so is your design and craftsmanship. Bravo! You may come and work on a project in my home anytime!

-- "They who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream only by night." ~ Edgar Allan Poe

HI mmh;

Thanks much. If I run out if things to do, I’ll give you a call.LOL
Lee

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When a project post is by you Lee, I just could not choose the best word to express my appreciation.
It’s great, wonderful, beautiful and amazing and and…

Thanks for sharing.

-- Regards, Woodworm

Impressive

-- http://www.furnituremann.ca/

Hello Woodworm;

I am most appreciative of your comments. It is not always obvious that the efforts are a help in some way to my fellow woodworkers.

It is my honor to share that which has been shared with me.

Again, a very big thank you.

Lee

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Hi Roman.

Thank you for the kind word.

Having just visited your site, you too do very impressive work.

Lee

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