Charles R. Vermace

Engineer – Woodworker

Her Lofty Perch

Tova, the loyal shop dog and reliable trigger-happy alarm system, came to us as a rescue from Northern Minnesota. Accompanying her unknown sojourns of the great North came welcome habits and one or two unwelcome instincts. If prey is afoot, she is of a single mind; the most tempting treats struggle to break her pointed…

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Alpine Adirondacks

As many upper-Midwesters might, I have accumulated a small stockpile of old alpine skis ranging from classic Harts, to battered Dynastar rentals. Like any self-respecting thrifter, I’ve intended to use these free skis for something. As we move into grilling season, we’re finding we have a need for additional seating in the backyard. I could…

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Workbench Build

At the heart of many shops is a sturdy workbench. I’ve been using an inexpensive WhiteGate bench (thanks craigslist) for several years and have made-do with the help of a handful of bench dogs, planing stops, and two very important screws securing this rickety bench to the wall studs. In short, the construction of a…

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I’m a professional engineer and past-time woodworker.

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