Hello lovers of all things wood

[CabinetSage]

Hello friends, my name is Mo. I am based in central London (Westminster).
I love to build things since a child I have been incredibly curious about how things work.
I grew up in Germany, close to Switzerland where we would go to the pools and enjoy fine Swiss chocolate.

Currently I do maintenance work, as a Handyman but want to specialise and work more with wood because I love everything about it, how it feels and smells.

If anybody has an opening who needs help, or where I could watch them create things with the tools. I know how to measure and cut, how to use various power tools etc. but I know that I can't call myself a woodworker until I have been under the realm of a seasoned professional.

My hobbies are: creating things out of wood, fabric (sewing) and clay (handbuilt pottery), playing my Duduk flute (made out of Apricot wood) and Frame Drum, cycling/swimming/hiking/camping and just generally doing everything outdoors, when it comes to outdoor cooking, outdoor showering, outdoor living, bushcraft etc.

Happy to have joined this forum, I can already tell that it has so many pleasant people around. I did lurk the forums of plumbers and electricians too, didn't get the same kind response as here so I am happy to be around those who also love working with wood. I hope everyone is enjoying their weekend, it has been incredibly nice and sunny the past days.

Wish you all a great evening and a blessed month!

 

[Katomi woodsmith]

Hiya welcome to the madhouse,

 

[Bingy man]

Hi there mo , welcome to you . I just wanted to say although direct help from a professional is an advantage there is no substitute for jumping in and having a go . Will you make mistakes-yes , should you give up -no , will everyone appreciate your efforts- no , should that stop you - absolutely no , will you get better and more confident-again 100% . If woodwork is in your blood then you will master it yourself and find your own way. Hand tools or power tools or both - take your pick .. I’m 60 this year and I’ve been doing woodworking since 10 or 12 years old. The more you do the better you become.. good luck

 

[CabinetSage]

Hi there mo , welcome to you . I just wanted to say although direct help from a professional is an advantage there is no substitute for jumping in and having a go . Will you make mistakes-yes , should you give up -no , will everyone appreciate your efforts- no , should that stop you - absolutely no , will you get better and more confident-again 100% . If woodwork is in your blood then you will master it yourself and find your own way. Hand tools or power tools or both - take your pick .. I’m 60 this year and I’ve been doing woodworking since 10 or 12 years old. The more you do the better you become.. good luck

thanks for the positive encouragement Bingy, appreciate it!