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A VERY SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT !! You won’t want to miss this !!
The May General meeting has been moved to Saturday, May 4th. The time and location will remain the same
SDFWA is extremely please to announce that our speaker for the this general meeting will be MIRA NAKASHIMA. Below is the link to their website as well as excerpts.
https://nakashimawoodworkers.com
George Nakashima began his furniture business as a reactionary movement against the practice of twentieth century “modern” architecture, design, and art. Through his work he called for a reclamation of the the philosophy of earlier historical periods. With a solid background in architectural history and design, engineering, and building practice, George turned towards a simpler life in which direct contact with materials, tools, and clients and craftsmen were more important than the imposed egoism of the modern design world.
Mira Nakashima’s work grows from her father’s philosophical legacy and expresses her own profound admiration for nature and having livid in close contact with the wood that defines both her artistry and her daily experience. In her designs, Mira captures the form and spirit of the wood which is capable of transmitting its sensitivity, peace, and harmony into those who use it.
We all know what ebony looks like but where does it come from?
The plans for building a Honey Bee, a chapter from our book entitled “Constructing Wooden Toys”.
Avoid the painful lessons of shrinkage, warpage, cracks and more by understanding wood movement.
Connecting with woodworkers online is easy. However, where do you go online to interact with SDFWA woodworkers? Tapping local expertise is easier than ever with our SDFWA Forum.
The plans for building a Doll Bed/Cradle, a chapter from our book entitled “Constructing Wooden Toys”.
Wood in combination with epoxy can create so many effects in projects. Our Epoxy SIG brings enthusiasts togther to share and learn. The last meeting we was excellent example of this.
Presented are options for handling wood dust and the potential health consequences in the event we don't.
The plans for building Push and Pull Ducks, a chapter from our book entitled “Constructing Wooden Toys”.
Changes come quickly to digital tools. Our Digital Special Interest Group (SIG) is here to keep you current with an occasional “Updates” agenda. Learn what's new with our digital tools.
Wood. The Holiday Gift Sale needs a lot of it! Thankfully we have a partner in Lumbercycle who helps supply our never ending need.
San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association
5360 Eastgate Mall, Suite E
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 230-7593
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BACKGROUND
The San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association (SDFWA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the education, promotion, and execution of the principles of fine woodworking.
The SDFWA frequently receives requests from people seeking the service of a woodworker. Therefore, although custom woodworking for hire is not the purpose of our organization, we offer this referral service to the public so that they might connect with a woodworker.
SCOPE
SDFWA does not screen or warrant the skills or work of any craftsman. The public should use their own discretion and due diligence before hiring any craftsman, from any source, including this one.
The sole role of SDFWA in this referral service is limited to providing our member woodworkers with your completed form. It is up to each craftsman to initiate a contact with the requester.
PROCEDURE
After a requester submits a project, the form will be emailed to our list of participating craftsmen. If a craftsman is interested in the project, they will contact the client directly, and a two-way conversation can begin.
As the craftsmen themselves choose which projects to respond to, this means that it is probable that some project requests will receive no response. If you do not receive a response in a reasonable time, please submit your request again, using the provided referral form.
Note that contacting SDFWA directly will not achieve the desired results.
DISCLAIMER
By agreeing to these Terms, and by continuing to submit this Referral Form, and by utilizing one or more of the services of any of these craftsmen, you are agreeing to contract exclusively with that individual craftsman and to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the SDFWA Organization, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers from any and all claims, injuries, damages, losses or suits including attorney fees, arising out of or in connection with the performance of this agreement, and any and all failures, damages, or otherwise negative outcomes caused directly or indirectly by the craftsmen you employ to do any project initiated by this Form. This does not preclude you from pursuing legal remedies from the individual craftsman that you employ. But any remedy you pursue is restricted to that individual craftsman, and does not include the SDFWA organization or any of its volunteer members.
