Built by Jenn

I built some nightstands for myself out of solid white oak. I think this with every project, but they are my favorite items I have ever built. I designed them after a dresser that I ordered. The dresser was delivered and it was no where near the quality or craftsmanship of the nightstands. So now I get to build a dresser too. I used Blum Undermount drawer slides, so the slides are totally concealed and not seen. These things are amazing because they have so many adjustments! The nightstands are my pride and joy. I have never built drawers or used slides before, and everything came out perfectly, almost 😉 But what good is handmade if there aren’t a few imperfections?

My love for woodworking started by building some shelves. It lead me to building furniture and doors. It has now lead me to building houses! I just joined a great company as a carpenter apprentice. I’m working out of area on Orcas Island during the week. It was a beautiful commute yesterday home on the ferry. This is definitely out of my comfort zone which means growth! I am so excited to learn a new aspect of building. Carpentry is not an easy industry to get into as a lady. But all you need is one to give you a chance, and this company was excited that I was a female! Never in a million years growing up think I’d be building houses, but I think it’s pretty f’ing cool!

I made my family a set of Rummikub racks out of some scrap cedar from work for Christmas. Much nicer than the cheap plastic ones they come with.
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