Crafty Mr Todd

09/06/2026

Some inspiration ahead of our Christmas fair

Can you tell what it is!?!

08/06/2026

We need a name for this beauty!

Chess board with a twist.

Random or deliberate, add another 3D dimension to take your chess skills to a new level.

See what I did there!

03/05/2026

Come on down!

03/05/2026

03/05/2026

Aaaand so it begins!

Quick coffee and a breather before we head to Portobello Town Hall to showcase our wares- see you there!

30/03/2026

There’s a certain kind of magic that happens in the quiet of the workshop when it’s just me, the timber, and a very sharp chisel. You see this joint? This is where the soul of the piece really lives. No nails, no screws: just a perfect fit that’s been sorted out with a bit of patience and a steady hand.

It’s easy to rush, but wood has a way of telling you when you’re moving too fast. If you don't listen, you'll end up with a gap that'll haunt your dreams. Getting this beauty to slot together perfectly is what keeps me coming back to the bench. It’s my happy place, honestly. It’s about that tactile connection: the smell of freshly cut oak and the feeling of a clean shave across the grain.

Every piece we send out has these little secrets tucked away inside its skeleton. It’s not just a table or a stand; it’s a bit of skin in the game. We don't do shortcuts here, just honest craft that’s built to last longer than we are.

What’s a small detail in your own home that makes you stop and appreciate the craftsmanship?

29/03/2026

Fresh out of the workshop

Excited for on 3rd May

Full details in comments 👇

27/03/2026

There’s something properly satisfying about that ‘clunk’ when a tenon finds its home. No nails, no screws, just precision, patience, and a bit of soul.

Crikey, it’s not the easiest way to build furniture, but it’s definitely the right way. This baby relies on traditional joinery that’s been around for centuries, ensuring it stays sturdy for generations rather than just seasons. There’s no hiding behind wood filler or metal brackets here; every joint has to be spot on or the whole thing simply won't hold.

We’re obsessed with these details because that’s where the story lives. Seeing the grain flow perfectly from one piece to the next without a single nail head in sight? That’s my happy place. It’s all about creating furniture that’s properly sorted from the inside out.

I’ve been in the workshop perfecting this joint for a new Sly Rise batch: the rhythm of the chisel is the best therapy there is. 🛠️

What’s a detail in your home you’re particularly proud of? Or if you’re a fellow maker, what’s your favorite timber to work with? Drop a comment and let’s chat shop.



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