I recently had the pleasure of making the pen pictured above. It’s called the Faith Pen and you can get the kit from Penn State Pens. Note the cross artwork on the cap end. On the center band, are stamped the words: Faith, Hope, Love. The metal parts are finished with antique brass. I…
Author: Stephen Johnson
Antlers Book Review
Antlers: A Guide to Collecting, Scoring, Mounting, and Carving, 2nd Edition has been both an interesting and informative read. You don’t have to be a hunter or sportsman to understand that antlers are a wonderful material for crafts and home decoration. Just search on Pinterest and you’ll discover several boards that display uses for…
Get Into Beekeeping
My dad has been a beekeeper for over 3 decades now. I don’t keep bees myself, but I fondly remember helping my dad with his hobby during my teenage years. In a minute, I’m going to point you to an interview I did with my dad about beekeeping. Hopefully, it will give you some tips…
Make A Paracord Dog Leash
Want to learn how to make a paracord dog leash? Paracord is such a great material for making a leash. It’s durable and strong, and now you can purchase cord material in just about any color. The dog leash is a fun project, and once you get started, it’s easy to do. To make the…
Win A Handmade American Patriot Pen
Here is your opportunity to win one of my handmade American Patriot Pens. These pens were turned on my lathe and assembled in my shop. Each one is a $40 value. Winner will get to choose one of the three pens pictured above. To enter, just follow the instructions below. Please read the contest terms…